Specialist Equipment

Cessna Aircraft Company; Puebla de Zaragoza; Presencial; MXN 350.000 - 520.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Kautex is seeking a Specialist Equipment to lead the equipment/ tooling support for water cooling, welding, and automation in our Puebla plant. You will define scope requirements, manage design reviews, and drive PDCA through the project lifecycle.

The role requires 5+ years in tooling/finishing/assembly within automotive/plastics manufacturing, strong English, and willingness to travel up to 10% domestically or internationally.

Formación

• Mechatronics or Industrial Engineering background required.
• At least 5 years in tooling/finishing/assembly.
• Experience in automotive/plastics manufacturing preferred.
• Proficiency in English; travel up to 10%.

Responsabilidades

• Be the equipment/technology support function for water cooling systems, plastic welding, leak testing, assembly, and automation.
• Define scope requirements for tools/equipment based on CAD, cycle time, quality, standards.
• Lead design reviews, pre-acceptance and final acceptance milestones; track and resolve issues (PDCA).
• Participate in strategic new product development initiatives (Pentatonic, Industry 4.0).
• Implement standards and ensure knowledge transfer; update PDCA and lessons learned.

Conocimientos

English language skills

Project management

Quality & Six Sigma

Travel readiness

Educación

Mechatronics / Industrial Engineering

Master's degree

Herramientas

Siemens S7 / TIA Portal

Festo

SharePoint / PLM / OneDrive

Descripción del empleo

Job Description - Specialist Equipment (341893)

Job Number: 341893

Kautex is a global company with over 30 plants in 13 countries. As a leading Tier One automotive supplier, we are a pioneer in the design and manufacturing of plastic fuel systems and beyond. From battery enclosures for use in hybrid and full battery electric vehicle applications to autonomous cleaning systems, we are advancing solutions for the era of new mobility. Our portfolio also covers high-quality industrial packaging and cast camshafts. Embracing the transformative venture, Kautex is part of a network of global businesses, offering some of the most advanced technologies and services the world has ever seen.

We foster career growth, drive groundbreaking talent programs, and champion equal opportunities and sustainability in our business practices and products. By working together as one team and supporting one another, amazing things happen. We push the boundaries of what’s possible, soar to new heights and reach for the extraordinary, being recognized by prestigious awards such as Fair Company, Great place to work (Silao), MINT minded company, or Ecovadis Platinum. We can't wait getting to know you and share more about our values and local benefits.

What awaits you:

Be the equipment/technology support function primarily in the assigned areas pertaining to water cooling systems, plastic welding, leak testing, assembly processes, and automation.

Responsible for defining scope requirements for tools and equipment based on CAD, cycle time, quality, Kautex Standards, and performance expectations.

Function as the primary contact, when necessary, for tooling and equipment suppliers throughout the build phase, lead design reviews, pre-acceptance and final acceptance milestones, and track and resolve open issues (PDCA – Plan Do Check Act) pertinent to their assigned projects.

Participate as lead or support function for new product development initiatives that are strategic to the business in areas such as Pentatonic and Industry 4.0.

Follow and support Kautex Manufacturing Standards as well as development of new Standards and updating of existing Standards as needed.

Implement lessons learned, ensure transfer of technical knowledge and prevent recurrence of failures.

Participate or lead assigned equipment/tooling downtime reduction efforts.

• Define and Support Risk Assessments for your area of responsibility.

What you’ll need to succeed:

Mechatronics / Industrial Engineering, or equivalent based on experience and education.

Master’s degree a plus, but not mandatory.

Minimum 5 years of experience in tooling/finishing/assembly.

Minimum 5 years of experience in the automotive industry and/or in a plastics manufacturing plant / shop floor.

Fuel System experience preferred.

Siemens and Festo knowledge preferred but not mandatory.

PLC programming (Siemens S7 / TIA Portal) has a definite advantage.

Robotics experience a definite advantage (Fanuc preferred but not mandatory).

Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt certification a benefit.

Support of projects in plants abroad.

The ideal candidate will be expected to successfully manage multiple projects in parallel.

Able to travel a maximum of 10% domestically or internationally without restrictions.

Occasional overtime may be required.

Knowledge of Kautex standards.

Uphold Environment Health and Safety (EH&S) guidelines for all equipment and tooling.

Product Design Knowledge.

Primary Language of location (English language skills) is required.

Dealing with Ambiguity.

Self-Development & Learning on the Fly.

Priority Setting & Organizing.

Conflict Management.

Action orientated.

Integrity and trust.

Personal Learning & Functional-technical skills.

Able to consistently fulfill administrative duties such as PDCA updates, Weekly Reporting to Management and documentation management in SharePoint / PLM / OneDrive.