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Automation and PLC Advanced Engineer

Autoliv Mexico


Job Location:

Tijuana - Mexico

Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 16 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 14 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Autolivs primary goal is to Save More Lives. Our products never get a second chance. This is why we can never compromise on quality. We are working to increase vehicle safety by developing seatbelts airbags and steering wheels and you can be part of our team as Automation and PLC Advanced Engineer.

In this role you will beresponsible for the design development and implementation of automated systems to reduce the need for human intervention and maximize efficiency of the manufacturing processes. They are responsible for planning implementing and monitoring such technology.

Should you be interested in overseeing these tasks and aiming for enhanced performance standards your role will involve:

  • Design and develop electrical control systems including electrical schematics PLC/HMI architectures machine safety systems and automation standards for new equipment retrofits and manufacturing improvements.

  • Program standardize and troubleshoot PLCs HMIs robotics vision systems motion controls sensors and industrial automation devices to ensure reliable machine performance and operational efficiency.

  • Lead machine commissioning validation debugging and root cause analysis activities supporting TBO SBO BO1 BO2 SOP and launch readiness requirements while minimizing downtime scrap and cycle time losses.

  • Drive digitalization and data-driven manufacturing initiatives by integrating PLCs HMIs SCADA databases and plant systems to enable real-time monitoring diagnostics predictive maintenance and performance analytics.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams suppliers and manufacturing stakeholders to implement automation solutions support equipment launches develop technical standards train personnel and promote continuous improvement across operations.

If you have/are:

  • Bachelors degree in Electronics Engineering Mechatronics Engineering Robotics Engineering or a related field; Masters degree or MBA preferred.

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in industrial automation controls engineering machine commissioning and manufacturing support with willingness to travel and maintain a valid U.S. visa.

  • Strong technical expertise in PLCs robotics sensors vision systems SCADA/MES connectivity machine data architecture and industrial automation technologies.

  • Proficiency in preventive predictive and corrective maintenance methodologies root cause analysis tools (8D 5 Whys) PFMEA and troubleshooting of complex automated systems.

  • Demonstrated project management and analytical skills including business case development cost-benefit analysis automation asset management and advanced use of Microsoft Excel Power BI and PowerPoint.

We will be more than glad to chat with you about your experience and your career goals.

In our international work setting you will find a range of opportunities that are designed to enhance your career and personal development. Including new and different perspectives is part of what ensures the teams success. We are committed to develop peoples skills knowledge and creative potential. Our training and development programs emphasize technical competency leadership development and business management skill.

More lives saved more life lived!

Whats in it for you:

Attractive compensation package

Recognition awards company events family events university discount options and many more perks.

Gender Pay Equality

Autoliv is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Autoliv does not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race color religion national origin ancestry gender sexual orientation gender identify and/or expression age disability or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local employment discrimination laws where Autoliv does business.


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Autoliv es el lĂ­der mundial en sistemas de seguridad automotriz. A travĂ©s de nuestras empresas del grupo, desarrollamos, fabricamos y comercializamos sistemas de protecciĂ³n, como airbags, cinturones de seguridad y volantes para todos los principales fabricantes de automĂ³viles del mund ... View more

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