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