Senior Mechanical Engineer

Ecolab is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join its Operational Innovation (OI) team. This candidate will primarily be responsible for applying mechanical engineering and project management experience to drive and execute high impact-cost optimization and resilience projects as part of the OI team. This role will be crucial in driving our Low-Cost Market Sourcing (LCMS) initiatives in Mexico. The driven individual will collaborate with Procurement, Engineering & Connected Solutions (ECS), Equipment Compliance, R&D Teams and Supplier Quality.

They will coordinate, drive, and execute new supplier approvals, cost optimization, and security of supply initiatives. Successful candidates will possess strong collaboration and teamwork skills, be self-motivated, have good communication skills, and be a creative problem solver.

• The opportunity to take on some of the world's most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments

• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth

• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives and ideas to achieve our best

• Serve as engineering technical expert on the Low-Cost Market Sourcing team for the alternate supplier qualifications including specification analysis, conducting initial impact assessment from the relevant technical aspects, SME coordination and approvals

• OI project management for new supplier approvals, substitution and consolidation projects to enable growth, cost optimization, and security of supply.

• Effectively communicate requirements and timelines to internal stakeholders for the implementation of OI projects

• Collaborate effectively with global OI teams and other key functions including RDE, regulatory, procurement, supply chain and marketing

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related Engineering or technical discipline with 5 years of experience working in research, development, engineering or supply chain related environment; or Masters's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related Engineering or technical discipline with 3 years of experience working in research, development, engineering or supply chain related environment

• Fluent (oral and written) in Spanish and English

• Ability to travel internationally up to 50% of the time

• Problem solving and critical thinking skills are essential

• Effective oral and written communication skills, organizational skills and attention to detail

• Results oriented leader looking to grow their career

• Immigration Sponsorship not available for this role

• Experience with regulatory agency compliance and requirements

• Project Management Experience

• PMP certification

• Proficient with SAP

The pay range for this position is $ - $. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.

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• Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.
• Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.

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At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are inclusive. We are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual…