Specialist Equipment

Textron; Puebla de Zaragoza; Presencial; MXN 420.000 - 660.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Kautex in Mexico-Puebla seeks an Specialist Equipment to be the primary equipment/tech support for water cooling, welding, leak testing and automation in assigned areas.

The role requires a mechatronics/industrial engineering background with 5+ years in tooling/finishing/assembly and automotive/plastics sectors. Strong PLC, Siemens S7, TIA Portal and robotics experience are valued. Travel up to 10% and occasional overtime may apply.

Formación

• Mechatronics or Industrial Engineering degree or equivalent.
• Master’s degree is a plus but not mandatory.
• Minimum 5 years in tooling/finishing/assembly.
• Minimum 5 years in automotive or plastics manufacturing.
• Siemens and Festo knowledge preferred.
• PLC programming experience (Siemens S7 / TIA Portal).
• Robotics experience is advantageous (Fanuc preferred).
• Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt is a plus.
• Ability to travel up to 10% domestically/internationally.
• Willingness for occasional overtime.
• Knowledge of Kautex standards; EH&S guidelines.

Responsabilidades

• Be the equipment/technology support function for water cooling systems, plastic welding, leak testing, assembly processes, and automation.
• Define scope requirements for tools/equipment based on CAD, cycle time, quality, and standards.
• Act as primary contact for tooling/equipment suppliers during build phases; lead design reviews and acceptance milestones.
• Lead or support new product development initiatives including Industry 4.0
• Follow and develop Kautex Manufacturing Standards; update standards as needed.
• Implement lessons learned; transfer technical knowledge; prevent recurrence of failures.
• Support downtime reduction efforts for equipment/tooling.
• Define and support risk assessments for the area.

Conocimientos

Mechatronics

Industrial Engineering

PLC programming

Robotics

Six Sigma

English language

PDCA reporting

SharePoint / PLM

Travel readiness

Educación

Mechatronics / Industrial Engineering

Master’s degree (a plus)

Herramientas

Siemens S7

TIA Portal

Fanuc robotics

Descripción del empleo

Specialist Equipment

Description

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.

Qualifications

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.

• English advanced skills

Recruiting Company: Kautex
Primary Location: Mexico-Puebla-Puebla
Job Function: Engineering
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Entry Job
Shift: First Shift
Job Posting: 08/11/2026, 4:44:32 PM
Job Number: 341893