Lead new product launches and Central Engineering capabilities for the plant, connecting product strategy with strong manufacturing execution.
The position integrates two main responsibilities: ensuring successful launches of new programs, meeting safety, quality, timing, cost, and production ramp-up objectives; and developing the engineering capabilities, infrastructure, equipment, and processes needed to support current and future plant operations.
The goal is simple: successfully launch the next product while building the manufacturing capability needed for the one after it.

Professional degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
Relevant experience in automotive manufacturing, preferably in new product launch, manufacturing engineering, operations, or technical project management.
Experience leading cross-functional teams in high-complexity environments.
Ability to manage projects, priorities, resources, risks,



and budgets with a results-oriented approach.
Knowledge of manufacturing systems, quality, process capability, and continuous improvement.
Advanced English for interacting with general teams.
Nice to have:

Experience with structured product development and automotive launch systems.
Experience in Advanced Product Quality Planning, manufacturing & production readiness, and ramp-up.
Experience in capacity planning, layouts, facilities, commissioning, or new equipment implementation.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, FMEA, Control Plans, and problem-solving methodologies.
Experience managing capital projects and engineering budgets.
Master's degree or additional training in business administration, engineering, or project management.
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📌 Launch and Central Engineering Area Manager (Cuautitlán Izcalli)
🏢 Ford Motor
📍 Cuautitlán Izcalli