Diversification Prototype, Simulation & Industrialization Engineer

About Metalsa

At Metalsa, we are a global company with 65+ years of experience in the automotive industry . We manufacture safe and sustainable products for people around the world.

We are working for a better future where we enrich communities every day by being committed to people, innovation and our planet.

About the Role

We are seeking a Diversification Prototype, Simulation & Industrialization Engineer to transform new manufacturing process concepts into validated, production-ready systems for Metalsa’s Growth and Diversification opportunities across multiple products and customers.

This role leads prototype builds, manufacturing simulation, equipment and tooling definition, commissioning, and ramp-up readiness, working across technical and operational teams to enable reliable transitions from prototype to scalable production.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute prototype builds and engineering trials, capturing lessons learned to validate manufacturing concepts.
• Use manufacturing simulation and layout analysis to validate material flow, station sequencing, line balance, and capacity.
• Define equipment, tooling, infrastructure, and automation requirements; evaluate technical supplier proposals.
• Lead equipment and line trials, commissioning, and technical readiness assessments for scaled production.
• Translate prototype learning into stable, repeatable production processes and develop capacity and ramp-up plans.
• Coordinate with Operations, Facilities, EHS, Quality, and Supply Chain to integrate launch requirements and manage industrialization risks.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 8+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, industrialization, or new-product/new-line launches, including hands-on prototype builds or commissioning.
• Proven experience taking manufacturing concepts through trials and commissioning to stable production.
• Experience with manufacturing/layout simulation, line balancing, material flow analysis, and capacity planning.
• Experience coordinating equipment and tooling procurement, technical supplier evaluation, and commissioning activities.
• Knowledge of equipment, tooling, automation specifications, CAPEX inputs, and cross-functional industrialization coordination.
• Automation or controls integration experience and an automotive or metal-mechanical manufacturing background are preferred.
• Master’s degree in Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering is a plus.