Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Danfoss; Santiago de Querétaro; On-site; MXN 380,000 - 560,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13th salary

Annual bonus

Paid vacation

Pension plans

Personal insurance

Job summary

Danfoss in Mexico is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to design, improve, and sustain robust manufacturing processes that support operational excellence and growth. You will optimize machining operations, drive cost-out initiatives, and strengthen capabilities while ensuring safe, stable production.

You will collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, Project Management, Logistics, Supply Chain, IT, and Advanced Manufacturing teams to drive continuous improvement and innovation across the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Mechatronics Engineering.
• Proven experience in manufacturing engineering and metalworking within industrial environments.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical design, CAD software, GD&T, CNC programming, and machining operations.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize manufacturing processes for existing and future products, ensuring stability, safety, and operational efficiency.
• Drive cost-out initiatives and continuous improvement projects that increase productivity and add value to manufacturing operations.
• Support shop floor operations by troubleshooting machining and process-related issues using structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement engineering changes, improve manufacturing systems, and align operational priorities.
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation, CNC programs, CAD models, and manufacturing standards to support process consistency and knowledge transfer.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

Metalworking processes

Mechanical design

CAD software

GD&T

CNC programming

Machining operations

English communication

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

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

Tools

CAD software

CNC programming

Job description

The Impact You'll Make

As our Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing, improving, and sustaining robust manufacturing processes that support operational excellence and business growth. You will help optimize machining operations, drive cost-out initiatives, and strengthen manufacturing capabilities while ensuring safe, stable, and efficient production processes.

At Danfoss, we support your growth through learning opportunities, global collaboration, and meaningful work. You'll be part of an inclusive environment where well-being, teamwork, and continuous development are valued every day.

Your impact? You will help improve productivity, manufacturing reliability, and process efficiency while driving continuous improvement and innovation across the operation. Your work will directly contribute to safer operations, stronger product quality, and long-term business competitiveness.

You'll collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, Project Management, Logistics, Supply Chain, IT, and Advanced Manufacturing teams, taking ownership of process design, machining optimization, engineering documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives, helping us move toward a more efficient and innovative future.

What You'll Be Doing

• Design and optimize manufacturing processes for existing and future products, ensuring stability, safety, and operational efficiency.
• Drive cost-out initiatives and continuous improvement projects that increase productivity and add value to manufacturing operations.
• Support shop floor operations by troubleshooting machining and process-related issues using structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement engineering changes, improve manufacturing systems, and align operational priorities.
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation, CNC programs, CAD models, and manufacturing standards to support process consistency and knowledge transfer.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Mechatronics Engineering.
• Proven experience in manufacturing engineering and metalworking processes within industrial environments.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical design, CAD software, GD&T, CNC programming, and machining operations.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, including technical discussions with customers, suppliers, and global teams.
• A mindset of continuous improvement, collaboration, customer focus, and results-driven problem solving.

What You'll Get From Us

We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities. You'll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us. We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.

• You'll receive benefits like 13th salary, annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more.

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Ready to Make a Difference?

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.