Senior Mechanical Engineer

Position Overview

We are looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support business development and solution design for international automation projects.

This is a Mexico-based role within a globally integrated automation company, combining local customer-facing engineering with strong global engineering and manufacturing capabilities, including teams in China.

The position plays a key role in technical solution definition, customer engagement, and early-phase project development, supporting both regional and global business growth.

Key Responsibilities

1. Solution Design & Technical Leadership

- Lead mechanical concept development for customized automation systems
- Define system architecture, layouts, technical scope, and solution assumptions
- Evaluate feasibility, technical risks, and solution boundaries during early project stages
- Act as a senior mechanical authority in solution definition

2. Business Development & Sales Support

- Support sales and business development teams with technical expertise
- Participate in customer meetings, workshops, and technical discussions (onsite and online)
- Translate customer needs into technically feasible and commercially competitive solutions
- Support opportunity qualification and go / no-go technical decisions

3. Pre-Sales Engineering & Proposal Support

- Prepare and review technical concepts, layouts, and pre-sales documentation
- Provide reliable technical input for cost estimation and quotation
- Clarify technical requirements, specifications, and customer expectations

4. Customer Interface & Technical Communication

- Act as a senior technical contact for customers during the pre-sales phase
- Present and explain technical solutions clearly and professionally
- Build trust with customers through strong technical credibility and responsiveness

5. Global Collaboration & Project Transition

- Collaborate closely with international engineering and manufacturing teams, including China
- Ensure alignment between local customer requirements and global delivery capabilities
- Support smooth handover from solution phase to project execution teams
- Contribute to solution standardization and best-practice sharing across regions

Qualifications

Education

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related disciplines

Experience & Technical Expertise

- 5–10+ years of experience in mechanical engineering for automation systems or customized machinery
- Strong understanding of automation equipment, machine structures, and manufacturing processes
- Experience in concept development, application engineering, or technical sales support
- Ability to work at system and solution level, beyond detailed mechanical design
- Proficient in at least one major CAD system (SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo, CATIA, etc.)

Language & Communication

- Fluent English for professional technical and business communication
- Spanish as a native or working language
- Ability to communicate effectively with international teams and customers

Mindset & Mobility

- Open and positive attitude toward working in a global organization with Chinese engineering and manufacturing teams
- Willingness to travel within Mexico, North America, and occasionally internationally
- Strong communication, customer orientation, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work autonomously while aligning with global processes

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience in automotive, battery, electronics (3C), or industrial automation
- Experience supporting North American customers or regional manufacturing plants
- Familiarity with CE standards, NFPA, and international safety regulations
- Previous experience working in multinational or Asian-headquartered companies

What We Offer

- Senior engineering role with direct impact on regional and global business development
- Exposure to international customers and cross-border automation projects
- Competitive local compensation aligned with the Mexican market
- Opportunities for long-term career growth within a global organization
- Collaborative, multicultural working environment