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 adecuado 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:

- 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.

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