Controls Engineer – MES / PLC Automation (USA Relocation – TN Visa Eligible)

Controls Engineer – MES / PLC Automation (USA Relocation – TN Visa Eligible)

Company: North Point Technology Consulting
Recruitment Location: Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
Actual Work Location: Fort Wayne, Indiana, USA
Employment Type: Full-Time / Contract
Work Arrangement: On-Site
Relocation: Required – Mexico to Fort Wayne, Indiana

Job Overview

North Point Technology Consulting is seeking experienced Controls Engineers based in Mexico who are interested in relocating to Fort Wayne, Indiana, USA, to support manufacturing operations in a high-volume automotive manufacturing environment.

This role focuses on Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), PLC integration, industrial automation, real-time production execution, and automation system reliability.

Candidates eligible for TN visa sponsorship under USMCA are encouraged to apply. Previous TN visa experience is not required.

Key Responsibilities

• Support MES-to-PLC integrations during system launches, production ramp-ups, and ongoing manufacturing operations.

• Configure, establish, and maintain communications between MES and PLC systems.

• Integrate MES template routines and user-defined data types (UDTs) into PLC programs.

• Create, modify, and maintain PLC tags and logic required for MES transactions and production reporting.

• Troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and industrial networking issues impacting production.

• Collaborate with process engineers, MES teams, and manufacturing operations to ensure successful system integration.

• Support MES-based quality validation, production tracking, and manufacturing data collection.

• Assist with commissioning, system upgrades, troubleshooting, and new production rollouts.

• Identify opportunities to improve automation reliability, manufacturing efficiency, and production performance.

• Document PLC modifications, troubleshooting activities, and system improvements.

• Support root cause analysis and resolution of production issues affecting throughput, efficiency, and quality.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

• Experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell and Siemens PLC and HMI platforms.

• Strong PLC programming, troubleshooting, and diagnostic skills.

• Experience working with manufacturing automation and industrial control systems.

• Knowledge of industrial networking and plant-floor communication protocols.

• Ability to analyze and resolve complex production and system integration issues.

• Strong English communication skills.

• Willingness to relocate to Fort Wayne, Indiana, USA.

• Ability to obtain appropriate U.S. work authorization before beginning employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in automotive manufacturing or Tier 1 automotive suppliers.

• Experience supporting Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).

• Experience integrating ERP, MES, and PLC systems.

• Familiarity with Rockwell Studio 5000, FactoryTalk, Siemens TIA Portal, and industrial HMI systems.

• Experience supporting system implementations, upgrades, commissioning, and production launches.

• Knowledge of discrete manufacturing processes, production reporting, and quality management systems.

• Experience with continuous improvement and manufacturing process optimization.

• Previous experience working in the United States under TN status.

U.S. Relocation & Visa Information

This opportunity is open to qualified engineers interested in relocating from Mexico to the United States.

• Candidates currently residing in Mexico are encouraged to apply.

• Candidates eligible for TN classification under USMCA will be considered.

• Previous TN visa experience is not required.

• The position requires on-site work in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

• Employment is contingent upon obtaining appropriate U.S. work authorization.

Please note: This position is physically located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, USA. Mexico is the recruitment market, not the work location.

About North Point Technology Consulting

North Point Technology Consulting provides specialized engineering and technology professionals to support manufacturing automation, MES implementations, ERP systems, and industrial technology operations across the United States and internationally.