Factory Automation Engineer Sr - Monterrey

There are 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before in our more than 185 - year history. Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.
Title: Factory Automation Engineer Sr - Monterrey
Primary Location: Garza Garcia
Function: Factory Engineering (CA)
John Deere is a foremost leader in the ag equipment business, and we continue to put a solid stamp on other industries. For over 150 years, the company's portfolio of groundbreaking products has grown to include industries related to and outside of agriculture, including Turf, Construction and Forestry and Wind Technologies. The image of John Deere is no longer that of a signature green tractor meandering across a field; it's been replaced with an image of acceleration, swift progress, and innovative leaping toward the company's 200th year. The product line alone serves as proof with advances in machine performance, equipment automation, fleet management, and John Deere's ongoing investment in emerging markets.
Note: All candidates should have their tax situation certificate (Constancia de Siituación Fiscal) up to date with the salary regime to be eligible for the hiring process.
Main Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute industrial automation projects at Monterrey Plants , ensuring compliance with corporate standards and strategic objectives.
• Design and program electrical control systems using Allen‑Bradley Studio 5000 (ControlLogix/CompactLogix), including development of advanced routines, safety, and motion.
• Integrate and program Yaskawa and Fanuc industrial robots, ensuring PLC‑Robot communication, calibration, cycle optimization, and functional safety.
• Develop SCADA/IIoT applications in Ignition, including OEE dashboards, alarms, historization, and connectivity with corporate systems.
• Manage and optimize SQL Server databases for traceability, reports, and industrial data analysis.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams (technicians, contractors, support) for installation, testing, and project release.
• Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards, OT cybersecurity, and internal policies, avoiding operational risks.
• Drive digitalization and Smart Connected Factory initiatives, integrating emerging technologies and IoT solutions.
• Manage technical documentation (schematics, I/O lists, manuals) and maintain version control in software and hardware.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and maintenance areas to guarantee the functionality and reliability of automated systems.

What Skills You Need

• PLC - Allen-Bradley / Studio 5000 (ControlLogix/CompactLogix) Advanced level; 5+ years in programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Development of AOI, UDFB/routine structuring, motion, safety, and versioning and release best practices.
• Experience integrating welding/discrete manufacturing cells and fault diagnostics.
• Industrial robotics - Yaskawa & Fanuc. Advanced level; 4+ years integrating, programming, and optimizing cells. Fanuc: TP programming (HandlingTool/ArcTool), basic iRVision, backup/restore, mastering. Yaskawa: INFORM/Concurrent I/O, calibration, I/O mapping, and safety. PLC-Robot interface via EtherNet/IP and deterministic handshakes.
• SCADA/IIoT - Ignition (Vision/Perspective) 3+ years developing screens, alarms, historian, roles/AD, and gateway scripting (Python). On-prem/VM deployments, license administration, multi-instance project management.
• Databases - SQL Server Advanced level; 3+ years in industrial data modeling, stored procedures, optimized queries, basic ETL, and role-based security. SCADA/PLC ↔ SQL integration for traceability, OEE, and reporting. OT communications and connectivity.
• Experience with OPC UA/DA, Kepware, MQTT (Sparkplug), EtherNet/IP network diagnostics, cell/area segmentation, and basic device hardening. Integration with corporate HMIs/SCADA and data transaction tools.
• Electrical controls design and documentation Reading/updating schematics, I/O lists, alarm matrices, and FAT/SAT testing. Use of AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN (intermediate+).
• Technical leadership and project management 3+ years coordinating technicians and contractors, commissioning planning, control of changes, standardization, and plant user training. Effective communication with Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, Safety, and IT.
• Functional safety and corporate practices Design and validation of safety circuits, interlocks, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and compliance with internal software policies (version control, backup, traceability).

What Makes You Stand Out

• Structured problem-solving, analytical thinking, prioritization in high-demand environments, and a focus on continuous improvement.
• Technical English for documentation, global collaboration, and vendor support.
• Experience in Rockwell HMI (FactoryTalk View SE) and/or Siemens WinCC for development and maintenance of graphical interfaces.
• Advanced knowledge of industrial protocols (EtherNet/IP, Profinet, OPC UA) and integration tools such as Kepware.
• Familiarity with MQTT (Sparkplug) and IIoT architectures for connectivity with corporate systems.
• Experience in AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN for electrical design and documentation.
• Knowledge of OT cybersecurity, industrial network segmentation, and hardening policies.
• Experience in corporate OEE, traceability, and data preparation for MES/ERP systems.
• Desirable certifications in Rockwell Automation, Fanuc, Yaskawa, Ignition, and SQL Server.
• Skills in managing complex projects, including planning, change control, and global coordination.
• Advanced English for technical communication and collaboration with international teams.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or a related field.
• Desirable certifications:
• Allen-Bradley / Rockwell (Studio 5000, ControlLogix)
• Industrial robotics (Fanuc, Yaskawa)
• SCADA / IIoT (Ignition Core/Gold)
• Databases (SQL Server)
• Additional courses in:
• Electrical and functional safety
• Industrial networks and OT cybersecurity.
• Project management (PMP desirable, not mandatory).

This position will be posted for a minimum of 10 business days and unposted when a qualified pool of candidates is achieved.
Candidates must have the necessary work permits to work in the country.