Technical Manager

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Technical Manager Jobs in Irapuato, Guanajuato, Mexico at AEW Automotive Inc.

Title: Technical Manager

Company: AEW Automotive Inc.

Location: Irapuato, Guanajuato, Mexico

The role is responsible for the end-to-end development and validation of manufacturing processes and equipment. A key focus of this role is applying Industrial Engineering principles to optimize production efficiency, quality, and cost, ensuring the successful launch of new products from R&D to high-volume manufacturing.

**Key Responsibilities: **

New Product Introduction (NPI):

1. Oversaw process design, developed manufacturing workflows, and defined requirements for tooling and equipment selection.

Participate in new customer project meetings for technical alignment; provide process feasibility analysis and technical support.

* Process Management:

1. Audited key documentation (PFMEA, Control Plan, PPAP) and validated process BOMs to ensure accuracy and compliance.
2. Determine raw material consumption quotas based on production methods and processes; review and ensure the accuracy of the product process Bill of Materials (BOM).
3. Guide and review new product process plans, including packaging solutions; design process routes and establish process standards.
4. Continuous Improvement: Spearheaded end-to-end process improvement initiatives by analyzing bottlenecks, driving automation, resolving abnormalities, and leading technical projects to boost efficiency and yield.

* Equipment Management

1. Participate in formulating facility and equipment renewal plans for the workshop based on capacity planning; schedule equipment arrival timelines according to production demand.
2. Organize and track equipment repair, maintenance, and retrofit activities to ensure operational readiness.
3. Oversee and inspect tooling management, implementing procedures for tooling usage, maintenance, servicing, and decommissioning.
4. Drive initiatives to improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).

* Technical Leadership: Led cross-functional teams in troubleshooting process issues and executing technical upgrade projects on schedule.

* Team Development: Managed the process engineering team, focusing on performance management, skill development, and strategic work planning.

**Qualifications & Skills:**

1. Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or a related field of Engineering.
2. Languages: Fluent English (both at professional working proficiency)
3. A minimum of 10 years of experience in technical or equipment management within the automotive or automotive parts industry. A proven track record of leading or playing a key role in manufacturing plants (from scratch) is highly preferred.
4. Proficiency in at least one 3D modeling software (e.g., SolidWorks, Pro/E, UG, CATIA).
5. Knowledge and practical application of core automotive quality tools (APQP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, PPAP) is highly preferred.
6. Excellent teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to thrive under high-pressure conditions.

Strong analytical and logical thinking skills, with a demonstrated ability to interpret customer requirements and generate innovative solutions.