Molding Controls Engineer

A Mechatronic Engineer, under the direction of the CS MEPA Tool Engineering Supervisor, will demonstrate in-depth knowledge for connection systems product lines. The successful candidate will have good bases on controls programming with also affinity to mechanical design capability.

Your Role (i.e. Key Job Responsibilities):

• Develop concepts of integration robot with gripper and molding machine
• Participate in early product development with molding tool engineer
• Design and build robust solutions (integration gripper with molding tool) for manufacturing complying with and Customer specific Tool Std’s
• Participate in product and tool design reviews, DFM, estimating process, ADP projects and Global Tool Standard activities
• Meet key dates, maintain through put and quality targets
• Perform plans with focus and energy toward exceeding expectations and ensure compliance with customer specific requirements
• Manage and update mechanical and electrical drawings
• Develop PLC & HMI integration programs (gripper, molding machine, robot)
• Support plant with control programing and robot on mold production areas
• Troubleshooting manufacturing areas with legacy equipment
• Support manufacturing areas with Control programming for Vacuum / Communication / New equipment adaptation

Your Required Background (i.e. Must Haves):

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering
• 3+ years PLC & HMI knowledge for programming & debugging
• Troubleshooting Electrical, Pneumatic and Hydraulic control circuits
• Demonstrated ability to read /understand/make mechanical and electrical diagrams and drawings
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office with advanced proficiency in Excel / PowerPoint
• Knowledge in UG NX, or other CAD software (Solid Works, Pro-E, etc.)
• Must be willing and able to travel in Mexico or US (as needed to support)
• English Technical / Conversation is necessary
• Work with multiple departments to release manufacturing cells
• Develop and maintain project timelines for internal and customer usage.

Your Preferred Background (i.e. Nice to Haves):

• Experience with plastics processing or plastic injection mold maintenance
• Robot operation & programming
• Vision System programming
• Servomechanism integration with PLCs
• Advanced proficiency with NX and in-depth understanding of GD&T
• Exceptional analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills
• Ability to adjust to constantly changing priorities
• Ability to work effectively with people at all levels in an organization
• Strong results-orientation and execution characteristics
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with a strong ability to work with a team
• Ability to effectively organize, prioritize and accomplish multiple conflicting tasks, make intelligent, timely decisions and solve problems independently
• Resourcefully innovate and adapt in a rapidly changing environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Project, Excel, Outlook, Skype, Teams, Visio, etc.
• Strong results orientation and execution characteristics
• Resourcefully innovative and adapts in a rapidly changing environment
• Ability to work effectively with people at all levels in an organization
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with a strong ability to work with a team
• Ability to effectively organize, prioritize and accomplish multiple conflicting tasks, make intelligent, timely decisions and solve problems independently
• Strong presence, poise and persuasiveness to establish a high level of credibility quickly

WHY JOIN US?

• You can grow. provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.
• You can have an impact. Safety is a core value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.
• You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

Your Benefits:

• Savings Fund
• Pension Plan
• Christmas Bonus
• Attendance Bonus
• Vacation Premium
• Medical Expenses
• Life Insurance
• Social security (IMSS, INFONAVIT, Retirement)
• Recognition for innovation and excellence
• Opportunities to give back to the community

APPLY TODAY, AND TOGETHER LET’S CHANGE TOMORROW!

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