Lean Challenge - Summer Program 2025

At ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions. That's our story. Make it your story.

This position reports to

Project Operations Manager

Your role and responsibilities

Lean Challenge is a local and international competition where university students develop Continuous Improvement Projects based on methodology and principles of Quality Wins and Lean Manufacturing. In this role, you will have the opportunity to gain vocational experience through a temporary work placement. Each day, you will acquire knowledge by performing tasks as directed. You will also showcase your expertise by supporting ABB’s operations and enhancing personal education/employment opportunities. The work model for the role is: onsite. This role is contributing to the Electrification Distribution Solutions in San Luis Potosi. You will be mainly accountable for:

• Lead a real Continuous Improvement project in a manufacturing environment.
• Receive specialized training in Lean & CI methodologies.
• Work in teams to solve industry challenges.
• Present weekly updates to ABB managers.
• Compete locally and internationally with top talents from Mexico, Puerto Rico, Brazil, and the U.S.

• We are looking for innovative minds eager to grow. If you meet these requirements, this challenge is for you!
• Last three semesters of Mechatronics, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Systems, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Industrial Design, or related fields.
• Advanced, fluent, and conversational English (spoken & written). All presentations are in English, including the international final.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Passion for Lean Manufacturing & process improvement.

More about us

We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe. #MyABBStory