Diesel Engine Repair Technician III - 1st Shift

Caterpillar•Seguin, TX

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Caterpillar's Industrial Power Systems Division (IPSD) is seeking a Repair Technician III for their Internal Quality Index (IQI) team. This role involves performing repairs on Caterpillar diesel engines, assisting in root cause analysis, and reporting findings. The technician will lead investigations into diesel engine assembly quality concerns, develop and implement corrective actions to enhance product quality, manufacturing efficiency, and process stability. Occasional non-routine and specialized testing on specific applications will also be part of the role, assigned to the Quality Planning Department.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of experience working on engines and/or generators, or mechanical repair
Advanced experience with tools and equipment used for engine repair such as wrenches, torque tools, and diagnostic equipment
Advanced understanding of engine components such as pistons, cooling systems, and an ability to perform basic repairs like oil changes and filter replacements
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical specifications
Strong customer service, communication, and multi-tasking skills
Ability to effectively document and present findings to key stakeholders
Ability to provide leadership, coaching and mentoring to team members
Initiative and ability to resolve issues either individually or through appropriate team guidance
Must successfully complete a background, drug, and medical screening

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in diesel engine maintenance and diagnostics
Previous experience with advanced engine failure analysis
Previous experience training other team members

Responsibilities

Perform testing and repairs on diesel engines and generator sets to eliminate quality and material defects
Identify and document key metrics related to the assigned department or function
Collaborate with function owners to troubleshoot critical issues
Understand and interpret engineering prints
Understand and apply GD&T principles and gauging techniques
Run/coordinate design of experiments for critical internal issues
Support Manufacturing Engineering to improve Cpk and Ppk
Ability to perform root cause corrective actions to improve stop capability
Report on key metric and improvements
Ability to lead a small business team
Perform salvage recovery on engine and engine components
Review engine performance data to aid root cause analysis
Troubleshoot and repair detailed electrical components
Submit and assist with the resolution of CPS Continuous Improvement cards
Follow standard operating procedures and area specific work instructions
Be self-motivated, work independently when required
Assist in the development and training of other repair technicians
Perform all other duties as assigned