Líder de Automatización

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead plant automation and industrial control systems from a technical standpoint.

• Develop, implement, and maintain industrial automation systems.

• Coordinate automation, modernization, and obsolete system migration projects.

• Execute and supervise commissioning, startup, and integration of automated production lines.

• Provide advanced technical support for PLCs, industrial robotics, HMIs, and SCADA systems.

• Diagnose and resolve complex equipment and process-related automation failures.

• Lead root cause analysis activities utilizing A3, EWO, and continuous improvement methodologies.

• Implement preventive, predictive, and TPM maintenance strategies.

• Drive improvements in OEE, equipment availability, and operational efficiency.

• Manage CapEx projects related to automation and industrial maintenance.

• Coordinate contractors, suppliers, spare parts strategies, and technical resources associated with automation projects.

• Partner closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance teams to ensure operational stability.

• Implement traceability, digitalization, and Industry 4.0 initiatives.

• Develop internal technical capabilities through training and mentoring of technical personnel.

• Identify cost reduction opportunities through automation and process optimization.

• Promote and comply with all Safety, Quality, and Environmental policies and procedures.

Required Experience:

• Strong experience in industrial automation within high-volume manufacturing environments.

• Experience in heavy manufacturing and automated production processes.

• Technical leadership experience in automation and maintenance projects.

• Hands-on experience with PLC programming, robotics integration, and troubleshooting.

• Experience commissioning and launching automated production lines.

• Experience with predictive maintenance, TPM, and reliability engineering.

• Experience coordinating contractors and cross-functional technical teams.

Technical Knowledge:

• PLCs: Allen Bradley, Siemens, Omron, and Safety PLCs.

• Industrial Robotics: ABB, Kawasaki, and Motoman/Yaskawa.

• Industrial Systems: HMIs, SCADA, industrial networks, machine vision systems, traceability systems, and Industry 4.0 technologies.

• Platforms & Tools: FactoryTalk View, WinCC, Wonderware, Cognex, and Keyence.

• Knowledge of TPM, OEE, Root Cause Analysis, Lean Manufacturing, and continuous improvement methodologies.

Core Competencies:

• Technical leadership

• Advanced troubleshooting

• Analytical thinking

• Results-oriented mindset

• Continuous improvement

• Project management

• Cross-functional collaboration

• Hands-on execution in manufacturing environments

• Decision-making under operational pressure

• Effective communication skills

Education & Language Requirements:

Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
Language:
Intermediate to advanced English proficiency.

Safety, Quality & Environmental Responsibilities:

• Comply with and promote all company Safety, Quality, and Environmental policies and procedures.

• Participate in internal audits, corrective action processes, and activities related to ISO 14001 and IATF 16949.

• Identify and communicate risks related to safety, quality, and environmental compliance.

• Stop unsafe activities when imminent risk to personnel, equipment, or the environment is identified.

• Promote a culture of safety, prevention, accountability, and continuous improvement.