Manufacturing Engineer

Career Area:

Manufacturing

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.

About IPSD

Caterpillar’s Industrial Power Systems Division (IPSD) designs, tests and manufactures 0.5 to 18L engines that not only power Caterpillar machines, but also power over 5000 other applications including Marine, Petroleum, Industrial Applications, Electric Generators, and Locomotives. Caterpillar’s company strategy includes sustainability as one of four focus areas and IPSD is engaged and actively preparing green energy solutions for the future

Job Summary
We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer! This person will provide technical expertise to design all aspects of production, costs, quality, compliance to safety guidelines, and environmental requirements for manufacturing.

What You Will Do:

• Identifying and implementing enhancements and modifications to complex manufacturing operations equipment and processes

• Monitoring sophisticated equipment and process reliability; identifying and addressing problem areas

• Providing direct mentorship, coaching and development for operations technical staff and support areas

• Leading engineering support on planning, development, operation, and maintenance of equipment, and processes.

• Responsible for process, part handling, and tooling safety for operational personnel

What You Will Have:

Lean Manufacturing: Knowledge of the philosophy, principles and implementation approaches of lean manufacturing; ability to integrate and implement lean manufacturing philosophy into existing production and management processes

Level Working Knowledge:

• Discusses considerations for work cell design and effectiveness monitoring

• Finds solution for key technical and people problems associated with transformation to lean

• Explains issues and considerations of implementing lean in own function or area.

• Selects and utilizes tools, techniques and measurements associated with a lean assessment.

• Explains benchmarks and measures of effectiveness of lean.

Manufacturing Processes: Knowledge of existing product manufacturing methods, technologies and processes; ability to execute, plan, manage and monitor the entire manufacturing process.

Level Extensive Experience:

• Advises others using industry experience and benchmarks for methodology effectiveness.

• Develops best practices documentation for all major activities and tasks

• Trains others on all major tasks and considerations for the full manufacturing process

• Evaluates benefits, drawbacks and appropriateness of alternative processes and technologies

• Monitors and improves problem reporting, tracking, escalation, and resolution

• Participates in trend and root cause analysis to identify and address recurring problems

Manufacturing Standards, Procedures and Policies: Knowledge of organizational standards, procedures and policies in manufacturing activities; ability to plan, guide, and monitor manufacturing processes for compliance.

Level Extensive Experience:

• Consults on development and implementation of cross-functional standards

• Participates in the development of organizational policies and practices

• Develops and uses control and monitoring mechanisms for adherence

• Collaborates with other functions on establishing and documenting joint standards

• Participates in defining architectural principles and standards for organization

• Ensures communication vehicles are effectively informing affected areas and employees.

Problem Management Process - MFG: Knowledge of manufacturing problem management processes, methodologies and techniques; ability to use a disciplined approach to bringing that problem to a successful resolution.

Level Extensive Experience:

• Evaluates alternative approaches to resolving a customer problem

• Receives, clarifies, and resolves a variety of standard and atypical problems

• Implements the processes and activities for handling unusual problems

• Advises others on the process and associated costs for different types of problems

• Monitors and improves problem reporting, tracking, escalation, and resolution.

• Participates in trend and root cause analysis to identify and address recurring problems

Additional Information:

• This position is located in Schertz, TX.

• This position has a 5 day in-office work week expectation.

• Relocation will not be offered

EEO/AA Employer.  All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O.

As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at  www.caterpillar.com/careers

Summary Pay Range:

$95,640.00 - $143,520.00

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

Posting Dates:

April 15, 2025 - April 21, 2025

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

EEO/AA Employer.  All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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