Job Description
Location: Silao, Guanajuato, Mexico
Work Arrangement: 100% On-Site
Schedule: 4x3 Rotating Schedule, 12-Hour Shifts
Duration: 12-Month Temporary Assignment

About the Role:

The Maintenance Launch Engineer is a key member of the Plant Launch Team responsible for preparing, installing, commissioning, validating, and transitioning manufacturing equipment and maintenance systems for new or significantly modified production programs. This role represents the Maintenance organization during launch activities and ensures equipment readiness, maintenance processes, technical documentation, spare parts management, job plans, training, and operational readiness are completed in alignment with program timing, manufacturing standards, and operational objectives.

The position works closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, Controls, Automation, Quality, Safety, Facilities, Supply Chain, IT, equipment suppliers, and OEMs to identify and resolve issues before production launch. The Maintenance Launch Engineer utilizes data analysis,



structured problem-solving methodologies, and sound technical judgment to improve equipment reliability, maintainability, safety, and production readiness.

Key Responsibilities:
• Support the installation, commissioning, validation, and launch of new manufacturing equipment and production systems.
• Participate in launch activities for new production lines, equipment, and manufacturing processes.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and control system issues during equipment installation and startup phases.
• Support equipment acceptance activities, validation testing, and production readiness reviews.
• Program, monitor, troubleshoot, and perform basic modifications to PLC-controlled systems.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Controls, Automation, and Production teams to ensure successful equipment integration and operational stability.
• Develop and support maintenance strat

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