Lead Mechanical Engineer – Electro-Mechanical Product Design

Lead Mechanical Engineer – Electro-Mechanical Product Design

Querétaro, México.

Job Summary:

Our client, a global manufacturing company, is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to drive the design, development, and continuous improvement of advanced electro-mechanical products within a collaborative and innovation-driven engineering environment. This role will lead mechanical design initiatives from concept through production while partnering closely with cross-functional teams to support product performance, manufacturability, quality, and ongoing product enhancements.

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in mechanical product design, electro-mechanical assemblies, and SolidWorks, along with the ability to work across engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams in a fast-paced industrial environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on engineering leader who enjoys solving technical challenges, supporting complex products, and driving continuous improvement throughout the product lifecycle.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.

Requirements:

• 10+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, product design, or sustaining engineering environments.

• Proven background in designing electro-mechanical products and assemblies.

• Advanced proficiency with SolidWorks, including parts, assemblies, and engineering drawings.

• Hands-on involvement managing Engineering Change Requests (ECR) and Engineering Change Orders (ECO).

• Knowledge supporting products throughout the full product lifecycle, including sustaining engineering and manufacturing support.

• Ability to integrate mechanical systems with internal electronics such as PCBs, connectors, or cabling.

• Effective English communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Background within industrial manufacturing, instrumentation, or engineered product environments.

Knowledge:

• Mechanical product design and development methodologies.

• GD&T principles and tolerance analysis.

• Manufacturing processes and design for manufacturability concepts.

• Product lifecycle and sustaining engineering practices.

• Engineering drawings, documentation, and BOM structures.

• Root cause analysis and technical problem-solving methodologies.

• Electro-mechanical system integration principles.

• Familiarity with ERP or PLM systems such as SAP or similar platforms is a plus.

Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

• Technical leadership and mentoring abilities.

• High level of ownership and accountability.

• Collaborative mindset with effective communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and execution.

• Self-driven and adaptable within dynamic engineering environments.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the mechanical design and development of electro-mechanical products and assemblies.

• Create and maintain 3D models, engineering drawings, and technical documentation using SolidWorks.

• Support products throughout the full lifecycle, including product improvements, sustaining activities, and manufacturing support.

• Manage Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) to support product updates and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and operations teams to ensure successful product integration and manufacturability.

• Support troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and resolution of technical or production-related issues.

• Participate in design reviews, validation activities, and product improvement initiatives.

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering team members when needed.

• Support prototype builds, supplier interactions, and production implementation activities.

What Client Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Opportunity to work in an international, growing, and innovative company.

• Professional development and career growth opportunities.

• Dynamic work environment with a focus on teamwork and collaboration.

Our client is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.