Lead Manufacturing Engineer - Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) - Night Shift
International Motors · San Antonio, TX
- Level
- Manager
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Automotive
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A management manufacturing role at International Motors (automotive) in San Antonio, TX. In this position, you will lead the development, implementation, and optimization of MES solutions that connect production, quality, maintenance, and supply chain systems across the plant.
- They ask for
- 2+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, OEE, Root cause, Internal audits, PLC
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in Texas: typical posted base $85k–$132k.
Median of the low and high ends of 44 live postings that list pay, out of 206 manufacturing engineer openings in Texas, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 205 other live manufacturing postings in Texas.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (2+ vs 5+)
Typical $85k–$132k, from 44 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Tooling 51%
- ✓ Root cause 47%
- ✓ Lean 40%
- ✓ Automation 38%
- ✓ New product launch 38%
- ✓ Six Sigma 26%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for OEE, Internal audits, PLC, SAP, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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- What does a normal week look like on your team?
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This plant: International Motors in San Antonio
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Full description from International MotorsAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
MES Strategy & Leadership Lead MES initiatives that support truck manufacturing and assembly operations. Develop and execute MES roadmaps aligned with plant and enterprise objectives. Serve as the primary technical resource for MES applications and manufacturing systems. Mentor engineers and support cross-functional project teams. Manufacturing Process Optimization Analyze production workflows and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, throughput, and quality. Develop and implement digital manufacturing processes, electronic work instructions, and process controls. Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on OEE, cycle time reduction, and waste elimination. Systems Integration Lead integration efforts between MES, ERP, PLC, SCADA, quality, and warehouse management systems. Collaborate with IT and automation teams to ensure seamless communication between manufacturing equipment and business systems. Support implementation of Industry 4.0 and smart factory initiatives. Production Support & Troubleshooting Provide MES support for production operations and rapidly resolve system-related issues. Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime. Support production launches, equipment commissioning, and process changes. Quality & Traceability Develop and maintain manufacturing traceability systems for components and finished vehicles. Ensure accurate collection and reporting of production and quality data. Support regulatory compliance, customer requirements, and internal audit activities. Data Analytics & Reporting Utilize manufacturing and production data to identify trends and improvement opportunities. Develop dashboards, KPIs, and reports related to productivity, quality, downtime, and operational performance. Drive data-driven decision making throughout the manufacturing organization. Project Management Lead MES implementation, upgrade, and expansion projects. Coordinate internal stakeholders, external vendors, and system integrators. Manage project timelines, budgets, risks, and deliverables. Minimum
Requirements
Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of experience in product manufacturing OR Master's degree and at least 1 year of experience in product manufacturing OR At least 5 years of experience in product manufacturing Additional
Requirements
Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status) Desired Skills Technical Skills Experience with MES platforms such as Siemens Opcenter, FactoryTalk ProductionCentre, GE Proficy, Apriso, SAP ME, Rockwell automation, PLEX or similar systems. Knowledge of PLCs, SCADA systems, industrial networks, and machine connectivity. Experience integrating MES systems with ERP platforms such as SAP or Oracle or similar systems. Proficiency with SQL, database management, and manufacturing data analysis. Knowledge of manufacturing traceability, serialization, and quality management systems. Familiarity with Industry 4.0, IIoT, and Smart Factory technologies.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in heavy truck, automotive, powertrain, engine, or complex assembly manufacturing. Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma certification. Experience supporting highly automated production environments. Knowledge of cloud-based manufacturing technologies and advanced analytics tools. Leadership Competencies Strong project management and organizational skills. Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting capabilities. Effective communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to influence change and drive results across multiple functional areas. Passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence. Benefits and Compensation This position offers competitive market-based compensation, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee wellbeing. You can learn more about the benefits offered for this position by visiting https://careers.international.com/#benefits. The expected salary offered for this position will fall within the stated range, with the
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Position Overview As International Motors continues to grow in San Antonio, we are expanding our production operations with the introduction of a night production shift. The night shift is Monday through Thursday from 5:30 PM to 4:00 AM, with production planned to begin in early 2027. This is a salaried position supporting a manufacturing operation. While the primary schedule aligns with the designated production shift, employees are expected to provide operational support as needed to meet business objectives. This may require working outside normal production hours, including extended shifts, production startup activities, recovery efforts, and occasional weekend support based on operational requirements. Shift Differential: 10% differential upon transitioning to Night Shift work schedule. Join our team as a Lead Manufacturing Engineer - Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and play a critical role in driving the digital transformation of our truck manufacturing operations. In this position, you will lead the development, implementation, and optimization of MES solutions that connect production, quality, maintenance, and supply chain systems across the plant. The ideal candidate will combine manufacturing engineering expertise with strong technical knowledge of MES platforms, automation systems, and data integration. You will work closely with Operations, Quality, IT, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to improve productivity, enhance traceability, and support world-class manufacturing performance. This role offers the opportunity to influence how trucks are built by leveraging technology, data, and process innovation to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.
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