Manufacturing Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.•North Little Rock, AR

2d•$89,210 - $133,810•Onsite

About The Position

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer specialized in Assembly at its North Little Rock, Arkansas facility. The role oversees the design, implementation, and maintenance of manufacturing processes and tooling, supporting assembly operations, new product introductions, and continuous improvement. The position works on-site five days a week. Domestic relocation and visa sponsorship are not available. Any employment offer is conditioned on successfully completing a drug screen.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or a closely related discipline, or equivalent technical experience plus demonstrated competence through significant engineering and/or operational experience related to automation and manufacturing.
Technical expertise in current manufacturing technologies such as AI, automation, and robotics.
Hands-on experience with equipment setup, diagnostics, and optimization, with the ability to develop and deploy robotic process automation (RPA) solutions.
Demonstrated ability to apply Lean Manufacturing tools and methodologies in a production environment.
Expertise in manufacturing safety related to automation.
Knowledge of existing product manufacturing methods and technology, and ability to execute, plan, and manage the manufacturing assembly process.
Strong critical-thinking and decision-making skills, including evaluating options, predicting impact, and advising others.

Nice To Haves

Experience with 3D modeling programs such as NX or Creo.
Experience with automation of assembly processes.
Extensive knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles.
Ability to work with a diverse group of employees and customers.
Good communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 products.
Experience with SAP.
Ability to analyze and interpret various types of data to make informed decisions.

Responsibilities

Create and maintain work instructions, tool lists, inspection guides, Control Plans, PFMEAs, and SFMEAs for automation and other manufacturing processes.
Support new product introductions and continuous improvement efforts for assembly processes, with a focus on people, quality, velocity, and cost.
Participate in Lean Manufacturing projects and 5S improvements.
Address operational issues involving ergonomics and safety, efficiency, process bottlenecks, and quality in automation and other manufacturing processes.
Work with internal and external suppliers to develop and manage projects and ensure efficient, cost-effective systems and processes for producing quality products.
Provide manufacturing technical support in process controls for assembly and other manufacturing processes.
Monitor and improve equipment reliability by identifying and addressing problem areas, performing root cause analysis, and serving as the technical expert for the value stream.
Ensure compliance with manufacturing standards, procedures, and safety guidelines, including Caterpillar and OSHA-compliant procedures.