Head of Production Engineering Durango (m/f/d) at LEONI

Durango, durango, Mexico -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Production Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, VAVE, APQP, PFMEA, Control Plan, Industrial Engineering, Project Management, Budget Management, Team Leadership, Continuous Improvement, Process Optimization, Wiring Harness Manufacturing, English Proficiency

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Company Description LEONI is a global leading provider of products, solutions and services for energy and data management in the automotive industry. With around 86,000 employees in 21 countries and consolidated sales of EUR 3.9 billion in 2025 (excluding the former Automotive Cable Solutions division), we are a leading supplier of complex wiring systems and customer‑specific cable harnesses. Since 2025, we have been part of the Luxshare Group, a global technology company headquartered in China. Together, we are shaping the future of mobility. Join us and help drive the transformation of the automotive world. Job Description Lead and manage the Production Engineering organization, ensuring the achievement of strategic objectives, KPIs, and plant performance targets. Drive the development and implementation of engineering projects, ensuring the successful introduction of new products, manufacturing processes, and technologies. Establish and ensure compliance with engineering standards, governance, and processes, promoting best practices in manufacturing, quality, and operational excellence. Manage the department's budget and resources, ensuring cost-effective operations and the achievement of productivity and investment objectives. Oversee the implementation of the plant's production concept, coordinating Plant Engineering, Production Engineering activities, and engineering support for new product launches and projects. Lead continuous improvement and process optimization initiatives, including productivity improvements, cost reduction, equipment optimization, and Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE) activities. Develop and strengthen the engineering team through coaching, succession planning, change management, performance development, and talent growth to build a high-performing organization. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field. 5–10 years of experience in Manufacturing or Production Engineering within the automotive industry, with proven experience in wiring harness manufacturing. Minimum 5-10 years of leadership experience managing Production Engineering, Plant Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering teams. Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, VAVE, APQP, PFMEA, Control Plan, and Industrial Engineering methodologies Advanced English proficiency (written and spoken). Additional Information Benefits: Weekly pay, Major Medical Insurance, and Life Insurance. Additional benefits and compensation details will be explained during the interview process. People of all genders are always meant equally; for linguistic simplification and better readability, only the masculine form is used in the text. LEONI processes your application data in an IT-system that is consistent across the company and uses Foreign Service providers. By sending your application, you agree to this procedure. LEONI ensures the compliance with data protection. LEONI Wiring Systems de Durango S.A. de C.V. Working Model: Onsite Contact: Liliana Hernández; [email protected]

Responsibilities

Lead the Production Engineering organization to achieve strategic KPIs and plant performance targets. Oversee the implementation of production concepts, new product launches, and continuous improvement initiatives like VAVE.