Quality Engineer

Career Area:

Engineering

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Role Definition

Provide quality leadership in machine shop environments thru the gathering and organization of information and processes to fulfill internal and external customer requirements.

Essential functions:

• Support PPAP requirements and documentation
• Support programming / running of CMM/Laser machines (PCDMIS)
• Interact and problem solve with inspectors and inspection process issues
• Understand and use of conventional inspection tools and gages. (Surface plate inspection)
• Enact and facilitate process improvement efforts including root cause/corrective action
• Work with team to resolve non-conformance issues
• Work with team in calibration responsibilities

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related discipline. Will consider work history in lieu of degree
• Understanding of production cadence and machine shop environment
• Experience with ISO 9001-2015
• Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T) ASME Y14.5M
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Products
• Experience with ERP/MRP Systems

Additional helpful skills

• Creo or NX software
• Non destructive testing experience (MPI, FPI)
• 6 Sigma/Lean experience or training

Location

• This role will be located in Broken Arrow but will require some travel to Claremore, OK to assist with projects

Compensation

The target salary rage for this role is  $72,360.00 - $81,405.00

Summary Pay Range:

$72,360.00 - $108,540.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar. 

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*

• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*

• 401(k) savings plans*

• Health Savings Account (HSA)*

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

• Health Lifestyle Programs*

• Employee Assistance Program*

• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

• Career Development*

• Incentive bonus*

• Disability benefits

• Life Insurance

• Parental leave

• Adoption benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

This position requires working onsite five days a week.Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

November 6, 2026 - November 20, 2026

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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