Senior Mechanical Engineer

Corning Incorporated; Reynosa; Presencial; MXN 1.235.657 - 1.765.225; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A global technology company is seeking a Mechanical Lead for its automation projects in Reynosa, Tamaulipas. The successful candidate will provide mechanical design expertise, liaise with external integrators, and oversee project phases from initiation to implementation. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and have 5+ years of related experience, with strong CAD skills and a valid passport for global travel. This position emphasizes teamwork and the ability to adapt to new challenges.

Formación

• 5+ years of experience in mechanical design, automation integration, or capital asset development.
• Must possess a valid passport and be able to travel globally.
• High level of technical curiosity and problem-solving skills.

Responsabilidades

• Provide expertise in new equipment and system introductions.
• Interface with external integrators to deliver automation equipment.
• Direct all phases of projects from initiation to technology transfer.

Conocimientos

Mechanical design

Automation integration

Project management

Communication skills

CAD tools usage

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Manufacturing Engineering

Herramientas

SolidWorks

Creo

Descripción del empleo

Role Purpose

This role sits within Corning Optical Connectivity Solution’s Division Engineering organization supporting global automation projects. This position will serve as a technical lead or mechanical lead on project teams, leading delivery of new automation equipment, process optimization, or cost reduction in support of the Division’s automation strategy. A leading priority of the Global Automation Projects Management Group in Division Engineering is to establish and ensure accountability for global standards in equipment design and deployment across our manufacturing plants. This role in collaboration with internal Corning cross functional teams and external equipment integrators will support new equipment & system introductions, process improvements and cost reduction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical design expertise in support of new equipment & system introductions, continuous improvements, cost reductions, maintenance, and productivity improvements.
• Interface with external system integrators and machine builders to successfully deliver fully integrated automation equipment to Corning’s plants on-time, on-budget, and that satisfy performance measures.
• Actively participate / direct all phases of the project including initiation, design/development, equipment build, factory acceptance, production start-up support, training of plant personnel and technology transfer.
• Ensure design packages are complete and documented properly and conform to Corning standards.
• Prepare technical specifications for automation equipment development in accordance with automation PRIME, GPM playbook for automation deployment.
• Work with project teams to solve automation problems, resolve project related issues, and develop fundamental understanding of technical / process requirements critical to system success.
• The individual must be capable of executing project assignments as well as managing projects, in a team-based environment, with minimal supervision.
• Provides directions to other technicians / engineers, coaches junior engineers, and provides guidance to maintenance personnel
• Develops and leads some areas of the manufacturing and/or technical roadmap. Documents material, process and/or equipment to protect and contribute to Intellectual Property improvements.
• Proficient in use of statistical data analysis and DOE in process problem solving and process/product improvement.
• Introduces new products and technologies.
• Meets all Environmental, Safety and Health requirements.
• Develops SME knowledge of material, process and/or equipment in focused areas of manufacturing or engineering.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent
• Ideal candidate will possess 5+ years of mechanical design, automation integration or capital asset development and deployment experience
• Able to travel globally (United States and Poland at a minimum)
• Valid passport

Required Skills

• High level of technical curiosity that will enable unique solutions to the technical challenges incumbent in the position.
• Fundamental understanding of mechanical design practices, equipment fabrication and assembly, and troubleshooting mechanical systems.
• Ability to use experimentation to develop basic process knowledge, design prototype test systems, and perform proof of principle testing to validate design approach. Develop experimental plans focused on testing equipment, prototypes, and troubleshoot mechanical issues.
• Use CAD tools (e.g., Creo, SolidWorks) and animation tools to visualize concepts, describe processes, and describe systems requirements.
• Ability to perform independent design reviews and lead mechanical design reviews.
• Able to effectively communicate technical ideas and concepts to a wide range of technical and non-technical audience within the organization and across organizational lines
• Ability to evaluate vendor design concepts against automation requirements and lead decision analysis to select proposals that best aligns with Corning’s business objectives.
• Experience with managing external machine builders and system integrators for detail design, build, and integration of automation equipment.
• Ability to perform a machine safety risk assessment
• Highly motivated, results oriented, and customer focused
• Ability to work in a team-based environment and contribute to a highly matrixed project team.
• Project Management Skills

Desired Skills And Experience

• Design and/or Manufacturing experience
• Automation integration experience
• Advanced CAD design experience (SolidWorks, Creo)
• Prior experience moving a new product or process from development into manufacturing
• Excellent technical communication skills
• Ability to understand, leverage and drive accountability to established standards
• Ability to quickly adapt to work process changes, new software/tools, and evolving workflows while maintaining productivity, quality, and clear communication.
• Experience with productivity/planning tools and ability to quickly learn and use them – MindManager, Visio, Minitab (graphical and statistical analysis), CAD data management (PTC Windchill, SolidWorks Vault)