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We are looking for a Manufacturing/Project Engineer to lead the industrialization and manufacturing process development of global new product platforms, working closely with Product Engineering, Corporate Engineering, and manufacturing plants across Mexico and internationally.
In this role, you will drive projects from manufacturing feasibility and process design through validation, industrialization, and production launch, ensuring that processes, equipment, tooling, and manufacturing capabilities meet quality, cost, capacity, and timing requirements.
Role Responsibilities:
- Lead the design and development of manufacturing processes for new and existing products.
- Lead the industrialization and production launch of new products, ensuring manufacturing readiness.
- Define and develop manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, and technologies required for production.
- Apply Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles and provide manufacturing feedback to Product Design Engineering.
- Evaluate process capability and manufacturing capacity to ensure production requirements can be achieved.
- Conduct manufacturing feasibility analyses to identify technical, operational, and capacity requirements.
- Identify manufacturing constraints and drive process improvement opportunities to enhance manufacturability, efficiency, quality, and cost.
- Define, evaluate, and justify capital investments (CAPEX) required for new processes, equipment, tooling, and production capabilities.
- Plan, coordinate, and execute process trials, run-at-rate activities, and process validations to ensure manufacturing readiness.
- Optimize manufacturing processes and lead problem-solving activities using structured methodologies and data-driven approaches.
- Lead the transfer and production launch of manufacturing processes, ensuring a smooth transition from development to serial production.
- Apply APQP methodology throughout the product development and industrialization process to ensure robust manufacturing readiness and successful product launch.
Travel: Up to 30% (If Applicable)
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering field.
- 3+ years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrialization, Process Engineering, or a similar role.
- Working knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001.
- Working knowledge of Quality Core Tools, including APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and MSA.
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and process development.
- Knowledge of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles.
- Experience with process flow development, manufacturing layouts, and production line design.
- Knowledge of process capability and manufacturing capacity analysis.
- Experience with tooling, production equipment, and manufacturing technologies.
- Knowledge of industrial automation and manufacturing systems.
- Experience in product industrialization and production ramp-up.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Experience with structured problem-solving methodologies, such as 8D.
- English proficiency required to communicate effectively with global teams.
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications.
- Valid passport and U.S. visa or ability to obtain them, as required for international travel.
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Preferred Qualifications:
- Technical SkillsBasic knowledge with SolidWorks or other 3D CAD software.Basic knowledge with Minitab for statistical analysis and process capability studies.Basic knowledge with Oracle or other ERP systems.undefinedProfessional CompetenciesStrong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across functions and locations.Proactive and self-directed, with the ability to identify opportunities and take ownership of actions.Strong leadership and decision-making skills.Results-oriented, with a strong focus on achieving project and manufacturing objectives.Responsible and accountable for assigned projects and deliverables.Strong teamwork and collaboration skills in cross-functional and multicultural environments.Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.Resilient and adaptable, with the ability to navigate challenges and changing priorities.Demonstrated ability to manage ambiguity and overcome obstacles in complex manufacturing environments.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in industrial, mechanical, electrical, mechatronics, chemical engineering, or a related field
- At least 3 years of experience in a similar role
- Knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001
- Proficiency in APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and MSA
- Experience with structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D
- English language proficiency
- Microsoft 365 proficiency
- Passport and American Visa
Donaldson Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs like a 401(k) match, profit-sharing, and an employee stock purchase plan are positioned as meaningful components of total compensation. Company materials consistently frame retirement benefits within a broader Total Rewards offering.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, vision, and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program with mental‑health resources create a comprehensive health and wellbeing package. Healthcare is often characterized as decent and a core strength of the overall offering.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, holidays, and paid parental leave are explicitly included, alongside other company‑paid leaves such as bereavement, jury duty, and military leave. Some locations highlight multi‑week PTO from the first year, underscoring breadth of leave options.
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What We Do
Donaldson Company helps solve some of the world's most complex filtration and contamination control challenges, and is one of the largest global providers of unique filtration technologies and high-quality filters and parts. Our filtration technologies and products are used every day, in a variety of industries and environments, including aerospace, agriculture, construction, food and beverage, manufacturing, mining, power generation, transportation and many more. Key to our success, our 14,000 employees support customers at sales, manufacturing and distribution centers from over 140 locations on six continents. The filtration market continues to grow. Customers' needs for filtration solutions continue to evolve. And the opportunities for our products and our people continue to expand.
