Controls Manufacturing Engineer

Solar Turbines•Mabank, TX

3d•$77,264 - $115,896•Onsite

About The Position

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. Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Join the Package Refurbishment and Upgrades (PRU) Engineering team. Our team works on a wide range of projects, including full package refurbishments, engine uprates, SoLoNOx conversions, compressor restages, system upgrades, controls system retrofits, and station controls. As a PRU Engineer, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary project team, working closely with PRU Project Application Engineering, PRU Project Management, Mabank Operations, Field Personnel, and other departments to ensure all engineering deliverables meet customer requirements. Position: PRU Controls Manufacturing Engineer (CME) In this role, you will be responsible for managing Bills of Material (BOMs) for control system retrofits and upgrades, creating control console manufacturing layout drawings, and serving as a liaison between Engineering and Production. You will develop new custom parts and associated Source Control Drawings (SCDs), resolve production and quality issues related to component specifications, and ensure designs are optimized for manufacturability. You will work closely with Controls Design Engineers and the broader PRU project team throughout the sales order execution process.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent manufacturing-related experience
Strong understanding of controls, manufacturing, and testing processes, as well as industry best practices
Working knowledge of control system components and design principles
Working knowledge of computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) systems (Promis-e preferred)
Working knowledge of BOM change management, ERP systems, and parts demand planning tools
Strong attention to detail, particularly regarding component specifications, certifications, and technical documentation
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills
Ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities
Ability to adapt to changing demands
Ability to effectively prioritize work in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

Managing Bills of Material (BOMs) for control system retrofits and upgrades
Creating control console manufacturing layout drawings
Serving as a liaison between Engineering and Production
Developing new custom parts and associated Source Control Drawings (SCDs)
Resolving production and quality issues related to component specifications
Ensuring designs are optimized for manufacturability
Working closely with Controls Design Engineers and the broader PRU project team throughout the sales order execution process