Automation Engineering Team Leader (Santiago De Querétaro)

We are looking for dedicated and talented people who tackle ever-changing challenges, customer needs, and questions from colleagues with clever concepts and creativity. We embrace change and work with curious minds re‑inventing the future of work. Join us and let us focus together on what is truly important: making lives better with new ideas and the latest technology around the world.

Why you will love working for Siemens!

• Freedom and a healthy work‑life balance – adaptable work environment with flex hours, telecommuting and digital workspaces.
• Solve the world's most significant problems – be part of exciting and innovative projects.
• Engaging, challenging, and fast evolving cutting‑edge technological environment.
• Opportunities to advance your career and mentorship programs on a local and integral scale.
• Contribute to our social responsibility initiatives focused on access to education, access to technology and sustaining communities and make a positive impact on the community.
• Participate in our celebrations, social events, and offsite business events.
• Opportunities to contribute your innovative ideas and get rewards for them.
• Diversity and inclusivity focused.

What will you do?

• Project Management: Plan, create, and control automation projects to ensure timely and successful outcomes.
• Leadership: Lead, guide, and mentor a team of 4 Automation Engineers, fostering collaboration and innovation.
• Technological Innovation: Research and implement new automation technologies in alignment with Siemens' KPIs and strategic objectives.
• Budget Management: Create, manage, and control budgets effectively for automation projects and operations.
• Process Improvement: Analyze existing systems and processes to identify areas for enhancement and efficiency.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with cross‑functional teams to ensure automation processes meet business needs.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related fields.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in automation or related fields.
• Proven track record in a leadership or team management role.

Technical Skills

• Expertise in PLC programming, SCADA, HMI, robotics, and industrial control systems.
• Knowledge of Industry4.0 technologies such as IoT, AI, and machine learning in the automation field.
• Project management: Project planning, scheduling, resource management, and risk assessment.
• Budgeting: Ability to plan and control project and departmental budgets.

Soft Skills

• Strong communication, problem‑solving, and decision‑making abilities.

Preferred Skills

• Certification in project management methodologies (e.g., PMP, Agile).
• Experience working on international or multi‑country projects.
• Familiarity with Siemens systems, tools, and methodologies.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Siemens is an Equal Opportunity and Affective Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, protected veteran or military status, and other categories protected by federal, state, or local law.