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Automation Engineer

AT Flex
Flex

Automation Engineer

Guadalajara, Mexico

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To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we're looking to add an Automation Engineer located in Guadalajara, North Campus.

The Automation Engineer role involves being responsible of defining, implementing and proliferating automation projects, providing consultancy as SME.

What a typical day looks like:
  • Define, implement, and evaluate projects that improve the manufacturability by Automation applications.
  • Be able to create and define RFQ/SOW documents to quote with suppliers' new integrations.
  • Simulate electrical and pneumatic design in specialized SW, from simple automation and custom, using standards and implement, improve through new technology WW.
  • Have contact with suppliers of new technologies and evaluate them to see which one is better for the required application.
  • Train in new technologies that are of interest for the different application areas within flex.
  • Take responsibility for the development or implementation of a project.
  • Working closely with Site engineering managers and Automation engineers to create GSS roadmap and also manage the projects in the automation portal.
  • Able to quote and follow up automation integration: simple, custom or entire line for full processes.
  • Work effectively with leadership, design and engineering, segment CTO's, sales, marketing, and other stakeholders to prioritize requirements for growth and productivity.
  • Define clear requirements to achieve goals with ROI, investment cost, scalable solutions, etc.
  • Effectively participate in promotion activities internally and with customers to represent various industry products, solutions, and value propositions.
  • Must be familiar with ePRJ/PMK/CAPEX, Automation score card/Center point, Business Case Justification, AME Catalogue.
The experience we're looking to add to our team:
  • BS degree in Engineering electronics, mechanics, mechatronics or similar.
  • Previous experience in screwing process.
  • Knowledge in AMR equipment.
  • Advance knowledge in electrical design, implementation and debugging for automation development equipment, using electrical design SW, such as: Auto Cad Electrical.
  • Advance knowledge in pneumatic design, implementation and debugging for automation development equipment.
  • Knowledge in automation-maintenance and engineering.
  • Evaluations, plans, internal strategies.
  • GAP analysis: stadistic controls.
  • Advanced english.
  • Advanced Microsoft Office
  • Impacts long term projects and goals.
  • Exercises wide latitude in determining objectives and approach to critical assignments.
  • Experience with suppliers for automation integration solution.
  • Interpretation and establishment of KPI and operational metrics for automation devices.
  • Training in safety and ergonomics.
What you'll receive for the great work you provide:
  • Competitive Salary
  • Life & Medical insurance
  • Christmas Bonus
  • Food Coupons
  • Saving Fund.
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Job Category
Production Engineering

Required Skills:

Optional Skills:

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).

Client-provided location(s): Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
Job ID: Flex-WD193192
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • FSA
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
    • Company Outings
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Lunch and Learns
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led