Controls Engineer

Canada Wind River

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Saltillo, Mexico Until 9/19/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted July 21, 2026 Last posted July 21, 2026
Job description

WHY JOIN APTIV?

You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge applications, develop breakthrough technologies, and deliver innovative solutions to some of the world’s leading automotive brands. See your work come to life on the road—helping make mobility safer, greener, and more connected. Ready to shape the future of mobility with us?

RESPONSABILITIES:

  • Manage Controls/Software related topics of new projects/launches
  • Develop/Improve concepts of integration for automation systems
  • Develop/Improve PLC, HMI & automation system programs of new and current processes
  • Participate in early manufacturing concept development
  • Participate in machine and tool design reviews, estimating process and management reviews when required.
  • Stay focus to keep key dates and targets, ensure compliance with customer specific requirements (QCI, KPC)
  • Manage and update electrical/mechanical drawings
  • Support and Troubleshooting to manufacturing areas with legacy equipment to achieve KPIs
  • Follow up on action plans in continuous improvement processes

REQUIRED SKILLS:

  • Education: Mechatronics, Electromechanical , Electronics, Software Engineering or Experience on the custom manufacturing equipment for assembly development.
  • High level of English proficiency (80% or higher).
  • Problem solving skills, product drawing interpretation, GD&T
  • PLC programing: Rockwell and Siemens Platforms
  • SCADA systems development. Basic knowledge of programming and connectivity
  • Homologation and development of inspections systems (2D cameras, 3D scanners) (Keyence/Cognex).
  • Knowledge of Silicon/Adhesive dispensing system: Programming and handling (PVA / Nordson).
  • Leak testing: Knowledge of parameter handling and Tests (Cincinnati).
  • Electrical test (Cirris) knowledge high pot and low voltage, spring pin selection for specific applications.
  • Laser marking/etching DMC and alphanumeric.
  • Servo motors and drives (AB, Siemens).
  • MSA and statistical applied to process performance improvement.
  • Troubleshoot software related issues with equipment functions, track I/O requirements with HMI, network, sensors etc. to comply with next step equipment operation PLC (Allen B. Siemens etc).
  • Selection of robot for applied assembly manufacturing (Epson).
  • Terminal / Pins bending and singulation operations using stamping dies.
  • CAD software knowledge NX, Solid Works (30% or higher).
  • Familiar in component manufacturing processes (plastic molding, stampings, machining).
  • Ability to work independently and motivate others.
  • Develop and maintain project timelines for internal and customer usage.
  • Work with multiple departments to release manufacturing cells.
  • Experience engineering changes, and manufacturing product release.
  • Experience with manufacturing documentation development PFMEA, PFD, GANT.
  • Full understanding of automation capabilities to assess if a product can work as an input for an automation subprocess, and if so determine which level of automation would be a good fit.

USA Visa and MX passport.

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About this role

Summary

Develops and manages automation, controls, and manufacturing processes in automotive industry

Job title

Controls Engineer

Experience level

null

Industry

automotive

Location requirements

Saltillo, Mexico; remote not allowed

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

education in mechatronicsenglish proficiencyproblem solvingPLC programming Rockwell SiemensSCADA systemshomologation inspectionssilicon dispensingleak testingelectrical testing Cirrislaser markingservo motors drivesstatistics MSAsoftware troubleshootingrobot selection EpsonCAD NX SolidWorksmanufacturing processesproject managementproduct releaseautomation capabilities

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

controlsautomationPLCSCADAHMI
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico

On-site City