Senior Product Engineer (Mechanical Design)

Femsa, S. De R.L. De C.V.; Tijuana; On-site; MXN 900,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Femsa, S. de R.L. de C.V. in Tijuana, Mexico, seeks a Senior Product Engineer to lead design and engineering from concept through production. You will shape product architecture, ensure DFM/DFA, and drive technical excellence within the team.

The role requires 8+ years in metal mechanical product development, expert SolidWorks, GD&T proficiency, and strong analytical skills (FEA). Willingness to travel to the US and relocation to Tijuana are noted.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in product development in metal mechanical companies (lead/senior role).
• Expert-level proficiency in SolidWorks.
• DFM/DFA expertise for high-volume manufacturing.
• Strong analytical skills including FEA.
• In-depth knowledge of plastics, metals, and composites.
• Prototyping and testing experience.
• Good understanding of GD&T.
• Willing to travel in the US; visa required; Global Entry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and engineering of liftgates and sub-systems.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior mechanical engineers.
• Develop detailed 3D CAD models (SolidWorks) and 2D drawings with GD&T.
• Oversee prototyping to validate concepts and refine designs.
• Collaborate with manufacturing partners to optimize for mass production.
• Participate in DFM/DFA reviews to resolve manufacturing challenges early.
• Support production ramp-up and drive continuous improvement.
• Work with supply chain to identify and qualify new suppliers and components.
• Contribute to project planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.

Skills

Leadership

DFM/DFA

SolidWorks

GD&T

FEA

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Product Engineer to join our Engineering team. This individual will be responsible for leading the design and engineering efforts for our next-generation products from concept through production. The Senior Product Engineer will play a pivotal role in shaping product architecture, ensuring design for manufacturability (DFM) and assembly (DFA), and driving technical excellence within the team. This role requires a strong blend of technical expertise, leadership skills, and a passion for bringing innovative products to the market.

Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership & Ownership:
• Lead the design and engineering of Liftgates and sub-systems.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior mechanical engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Design & Development:
• Develop detailed 3D CAD models (e.g., SolidWorks) and 2D engineering drawings with appropriate GD&T for mechanical parts and assemblies.
• Prototyping & Testing:
• Oversee the prototyping to validate concepts, test functionality, and refine designs.
• Manufacturing & Supply Chain Collaboration:
• Collaborate closely with manufacturing partners to ensure designs are optimized for mass production, assembly, and quality control.
• Participate in DFM/DFA reviews to identify and resolve manufacturing challenges early in the development cycle.
• Support production ramp-up, address manufacturing issues, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work with the supply chain team to identify and qualify new suppliers and components.
• Project Management & Communication:
• Contribute to project planning, scheduling, and resource allocation for mechanical engineering tasks.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
• Experience: 8+ years of experience in product development, with a significant portion in a lead or senior mechanical engineering role for metal mechanical companies, preferable making mechanical/ hydraulic machines in the transportation/trucking industry.
• CAD Proficiency: Expert-level proficiency in SolidWorks.
• DFM/DFA Expertise: Proven track record of designing products for high-volume manufacturing processes (forging, casting, CNC machining, injection molding etc.).
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including experience with FEA and other engineering analysis tools.
• Material Science: In-depth knowledge of engineering materials (plastics, metals, composites) and their properties and applications.
• Prototyping and Testing: Hands-on experience with various prototyping techniques and mechanical testing methodologies.
• GD&T: Strong understanding and application of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
• Travel: Ability travel as needed in US. Multiple customers visit yearly for new products feedback and product support.
• Visa required.
• Global Entry (preferable).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with PLM/PDM systems (e.g., DB Works, Epicor, Arena, Agile).
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance standards (e.g., FMVSS).

NOTE: We are open to candidates who are willing to relocate to Tijuana.