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Schneider Electric · Ramos Arizpe, Mexico

# Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Ramos Arizpe, Mexico Full-time Manager or lead Manufacturing & Production 

Listed on Schneider Electric’s official careers site. Posted September 10, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
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## Job description

Join us as a Manufacturing Engineering Manager Lead the charge in building and optimizing world-class manufacturing systems while driving operational excellence across production, engineering, and maintenance. This role offers the opportunity to lead talented technical teams, develop robust manufacturing processes, and play a key role in establishing and continuously improving a high-performance manufacturing operation.

You will combine strategic leadership with hands-on execution to ensure manufacturing processes, equipment, facilities, and technical capabilities are ready to meet safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost objectives. What will you do? Lead teams of manufacturing engineers, technicians, and technical professionals responsible for designing, implementing, optimizing, and sustaining manufacturing and maintenance systems.

Drive manufacturing readiness for new products, processes, equipment, and production lines, ensuring successful implementation from concept through ramp-up and stabilization. Lead and support new plant start-up and industrialization activities, including equipment installation, process validation, capacity ramp-up, and production readiness. Develop and execute manufacturing strategies that improve productivity, capacity, quality, and overall equipment effectiveness.

Champion continuous improvement initiatives focused on increasing throughput, reducing downtime, eliminating waste, and improving equipment and process performance. Establish and optimize preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to maximize equipment availability and reliability. Lead structured problem-solving for complex manufacturing, equipment, and process issues using data-driven methodologies. Partner closely with Production, Quality, Supply Chain, EHS, Sourcing, Finance, and Engineering to achieve business objectives.

Define and monitor manufacturing KPIs, including Safety, Quality, Delivery/Production Attainment, OEE, Productivity, Scrap, Downtime, and Cost. Identify capacity constraints and develop solutions to support current and future production requirements. Lead manufacturing cost-reduction and productivity initiatives while maintaining safety and quality standards. Establish standard work, operational discipline, and performance management routines within the manufacturing engineering organization.

Direct resources, priorities, and tactical execution in alignment with strategic business priorities. Develop technical talent through coaching, mentoring, performance management, and succession planning. Support capital planning, equipment selection, automation projects, and manufacturing technology investments. Ensure manufacturing processes comply with applicable safety, quality, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

What are the key skills we are looking for?

### Influencing Skills — Advanced

Ability to influence cross-functional teams and stakeholders toward common operational goals without relying solely on direct authority.

### Drives for Results — Advanced

Strong track record of delivering measurable improvements in safety, quality, productivity, cost, and delivery.

### Change Management — Advanced

Ability to lead teams through significant organizational, process, technology, and operational transformations.

### Continuous Improvement — Advanced

Strong understanding and practical application of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.

### Manufacturing Process Optimization — Advanced

Ability to analyze manufacturing systems, identify constraints, and implement solutions that improve throughput, quality, and efficiency.

### People Leadership — Advanced

Proven ability to lead, develop, motivate, and hold technical teams accountable for results.

### Problem Solving — Advanced

Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills, including root-cause analysis and data-driven decision making.

### Automation Integration — Intermediate/Advanced

Experience implementing automation and advanced manufacturing technologies to improve safety, quality, capacity, and productivity.

### Equipment & Reliability — Advanced

Understanding of preventive/predictive maintenance, equipment reliability, downtime reduction, and maintenance strategies.

### Quality Control & Inspection — Intermediate

Understanding of quality systems, process capability, defect prevention, and manufacturing controls.

### Lean Methodology — Advanced

Practical experience applying Lean tools such as VSM, 5S, Standard Work, SMED, TPM, Kaizen, visual management, and daily management systems. What qualifications will make you successful? Proven leadership experience managing manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, maintenance, or technical teams. Strong manufacturing background with demonstrated responsibility for operational performance and measurable business results.

Experience supporting or leading new plant start-ups, production ramp-ups, industrialization, or major manufacturing transformations. Experience in HVAC manufacturing, preferably with chillers, compressors, refrigeration systems, or other complex electromechanical products. Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, automation, facilities, and production systems. Demonstrated ability to translate business objectives into clear manufacturing strategies and executable action plans.

Strategic vision combined with strong tactical execution and a hands-on leadership approach. Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders from shop-floor technicians to senior leadership. Data-driven mindset with strong understanding of manufacturing KPIs and operational performance management. Experience managing capital projects, budgets, and manufacturing investments is highly desirable.

Experience developing technical talent and building high-performing engineering and manufacturing teams. What's in it for me? High-impact leadership role where you will directly influence the development and performance of a new manufacturing operation. Opportunity to shape manufacturing systems, processes, standards, and culture from the ground up. Exposure to a highly cross-functional and international organization. Opportunity to lead transformational projects involving manufacturing technology, automation, Lean, and operational excellence.

Dynamic and collaborative culture that encourages innovation and values technical and leadership expertise. Opportunities for professional growth through training, mentorship, and challenging international projects. A strong commitment to safety, sustainability, operational excellence, and employee development.

### Requirements

Able to work onsite in Ramos Arizpe, Coahuila. Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. +5 years of experience in manufacturing, manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, or related technical operations. Previous experience in HVAC manufacturing, preferably chillers or complex refrigeration/electromechanical products.

Proven experience leading engineers, technicians, and technical teams. Experience with new plant start-up, industrialization, production ramp-up, or major manufacturing projects is highly preferred. Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies. Experience with manufacturing KPIs, productivity improvement, capacity planning, and cost reduction. Experience working in a matrix and cross-functional organization.

Advanced English level, with the ability to communicate effectively with international stakeholders. Strong leadership, communication, influencing, and problem-solving capabilities.

### Preferred Qualifications

Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification. APICS/CPIM or other supply chain/manufacturing certification. Experience with HVAC, chillers, refrigeration, compressors, or related products. Experience with automation, Industry 4.0, MES, manufacturing systems, or advanced production technologies. Experience managing capital projects and manufacturing equipment installations. Experience working in multinational manufacturing organizations.

Bring your manufacturing engineering and leadership expertise to a team that's building something new. Help us establish a world-class operation in Ramos Arizpe and create the manufacturing systems, talent, and culture that will enable long-term success. Rewards designed for you Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: We see you and we value you. It’s more than just pay and benefits—it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed to help you perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential.

The package helps you care for yourself and your family, plan your future, grow your skills and career, collaborate in an inclusive workplace, and contribute to your community. At Schneider Electric, we’re here for what matters most to you. Discover more at our Career Page. * Country-specific programs and initiatives may be available. Looking to make an IMPACT with your career? When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters.

At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us. IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.

We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one. Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today! €40 billion global revenue +9% organic growth 150 000+ employees in 100+ countries You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us.

This position will be posted until filled. Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and ‘inclusion’ is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do.

At Schneider Electric, we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and we believe that trust is a foundational value. Our Trust Charter is our Code of Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, quality and cybersecurity, underpinning every aspect of our business and our willingness to behave and respond respectfully and in good faith to all our stakeholders. You can find out more about our Trust Charter here Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Sep 10, 2026
- First seen by OpenNash: Oct 19, 2026
- Last checked: Oct 19, 2026
- Listed for: 39 days
- Location: Ramos Arizpe, Mexico
- Employment type: Full-time[Apply on Schneider Electric’s careers site →](https://careers-se.icims.com/jobs/133821/login)

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