Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Product Engineer to join our Engineering team. This individual will be responsible for leading the design and engineering efforts for our next-generation products from concept through production. The Senior Product Engineer will play a pivotal role in shaping product architecture, ensuring design for manufacturability (DFM) and assembly (DFA), and driving technical excellence within the team. This role requires a strong blend of technical expertise, leadership skills, and a passion for bringing innovative products to the market.

Responsibilities Technical Leadership & Ownership: Lead the design and engineering of Liftgates and sub-systems. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior mechanical engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. Design & Development: Develop detailed 3 D CAD models (e.g., Solid Works) and 2 D engineering drawings with appropriate GD&T; for mechanical parts and assemblies. Prototyping & Testing: Oversee the prototyping to validate concepts, test functionality, and refine designs. Manufacturing & Supply Chain Collaboration: Collaborate closely with manufacturing partners to ensure designs are optimized for mass production, assembly, and quality control. Participate in DFM/DFA reviews to identify and resolve manufacturing challenges early in the development cycle. Support production ramp-up, address manufacturing issues, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Work with the supply chain team to identify and qualify new suppliers and components.



Project Management & Communication: Contribute to project planning, scheduling, and resource allocation for mechanical engineering tasks. Education: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field. Experience: 8+ years of experience in product development, with a significant portion in a lead or senior mechanical engineering role for metal mechanical companies , preferable making mechanical/ hydraulic machines in the transportation/trucking industry. CAD Proficiency: Expert-level proficiency in Solid Works. DFM/DFA Expertise: Proven track record of designing products for high-volume manufacturing processes (forging, casting, CNC machining, injection molding etc.). Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including experience with FEA and other engineering analysis tools. Material Science: In-depth knowledge of engineering materials (plastics, metals, composites) and their properties and applications. Prototyping and Testing: Hands-on experience with various prototyping techniques and mechanical testing methodologies. GD&T;: Strong understanding and application of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing. Travel : Ability travel as needed in US. Multiple customers visit yearly for new products feedback and product support. Visa required . Integral Entry (preferable) .

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with PLM/PDM systems (e.g., DB Works, Epicor, Arena, Agile). Knowledge of regulatory compliance standards (e.g., FMVSS).

NOTE: We are open to candidates who are willing to relocate to Tijuana. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior product engineer (mechanical design) (Tijuana)
🏢 Femsa, De C.V.
📍 Tijuana