We are seeking a highly experienced Maintenance & Engineering Manager to lead and optimize maintenance operations and automated manufacturing systems. This role is responsible for ensuring maximum equipment uptime, improving automation performance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives within a fast-paced industrial environment.

The idóneo candidate brings deep expertise in robotics, PLC programming, and manufacturing process optimization , along with strong leadership skills to manage multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead, develop, and manage multidisciplinary maintenance teams (electrical, mechanical, and automation).
- Design and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs to ensure equipment reliability and production continuity.
- Drive automation strategies and improvements across manufacturing processes.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex failures in PLC systems, robotics, and automated production cells .
- Oversee robotics programming and modifications (FANUC, Motoman, ABB).
- Manage and optimize PLC systems including Siemens (Step 5/Step 7), WinCC , and RS Logix platforms.
- Implement continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizen, line balancing, waste reduction).
- Develop and maintain process documentation :
- AMEF (FMEA)
- Process Flow Diagrams
- Standard Work Instructions
- Lead root cause analysis (RCA) using methodologies such as 5 Whys and Cause-and-Effect diagrams.




- Implement Poka-Yoke systems to reduce defects and improve product quality.
- Monitor and report maintenance KPIs and performance metrics to leadership.
- Support new product launches and equipment integration into automated cells.
- Coach and develop automation and robotics technicians .
- Collaborate cross-functionally with production, engineering, and quality teams.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or related field .
- Minimum 8–10+ years of experience in maintenance, automation, or manufacturing engineering.
- Strong hands-on experience with:
- PLC programming (Siemens Step 5/7, Allen Bradley)
- Industrial robotics (FANUC, Motoman, ABB)
- Welding processes (MAG), or press/assembly operations
- LASER Process
- Automated production systems and manufacturing cells
- Proven experience in troubleshooting complex automation systems .
- Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance methodologies .
- Experience with continuous improvement tools (Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing).
- Strong leadership and team management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience in automotive or metal-mechanics industry .
- International experience or training in manufacturing environments.
- Certification or advanced training in automation or robotics .

Languages

- Spanish: Native
- English: Advanced

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