## Automation EngineerApply: Mexico, Aguascalientes: Full time: Posted Today: WD232532Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.
A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.## Job Summary*To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add an Automation Engineer located in Aguascalientes*What a typical day looks like:* Lead automation projects from concept, design, validation, and implementation in manufacturing environments.
* Identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, safety, and efficiency through automation technologies.
* Develop and integrate PLC-controlled systems, robotics, AMRs, and Cobots into production processes.
* Design and implement pneumatic, electrical, electronic, and mechanical automation solutions.
* Create connections between information inputs, controllers, sensors, and production outputs.
* Develop and execute tests, simulations, and validations to ensure systems perform as intended.
* Design fixtures, gages, and poka-yoke solutions to improve process capability and product quality.
* Monitor automation systems performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
* Troubleshoot equipment, automation systems, and manufacturing process issues through root cause analysis.
* Manage safety systems, motor controls, drives, communication networks, and Human Machine Interfaces (HMI).
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and customers to support manufacturing requirements.




* Maintain technical documentation including BoMs, specifications, work instructions, and engineering drawings.The experience we’re looking to add to our team:* Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Electronics Engineering, or related field.
* Advanced English communication skills (written and verbal).
* Strong experience in automation engineering within a manufacturing environment.
* Experience leading and managing automation projects.
* Experience in process and state of work development.
* Expertise in Bill of Materials (BoM) structuring.
* Strong focus on maintaining systems integrity and reliability.
* In-depth knowledge of automation equipment design and integration.
* Experience with pneumatic, electrical, and electronic systems.
* Hands-on experience with PLC programming, troubleshooting, and control systems.
* Proficiency in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software.
* Familiarity with Design for Excellence (DFX) and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles.
* Knowledge and practical application of Poka-Yoke methodologies.
* Experience in the design and implementation of fixtures and gages.
* Proficient skills in robotic automation and industrial robotics integration.
* Experience working with Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR) and/or Collaborative Robots (Cobots).
* Strong background in mechanical engineering.
* Experience in the design and development of mechanical systems.
* Excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting, and analytical skills.
* Experience supporting continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.What you’ll receive for the great work you provide:* Competitive Salary.
* Life & Medical insurance.
* Christmas Bonus.
* Food Coupons.
* Saving Fund.
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📌 Automation Engineer (Chihuahua)
🏢 Flex
📍 Chihuahua