Manufacturing Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.•Pontiac, IL

4d•$89,210 - $133,810•Onsite

About The Position

Provides engineering support across manufacturing operations to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable production processes. The Manufacturing Engineer works with operations, quality, and support teams to maintain and improve equipment performance, implement process changes, and support new product introduction. The role monitors process performance, resolves technical issues, and drives continuous improvement in safety, quality, cost, and delivery. The position is onsite five days a week in Pontiac. Relocation is available; visa sponsorship is not available. The listed salary range is $89,210 to $133,810. Benefits are subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience desired.
Basic knowledge of collaborative automation techniques and processes, with ability to develop and deploy cobots to automate manufacturing processes.
Working knowledge of engineering processes, techniques, and methods in a manufacturing environment; ability to design and implement materials, structures, machines, devices, systems, and processes that safely realize desired objectives.
Basic knowledge of lean manufacturing philosophy, principles, and implementation approaches; ability to integrate lean practices into existing production and management processes.
Working knowledge of product manufacturing methods, technologies, and processes; ability to execute, plan, manage, and monitor the manufacturing process.
Basic knowledge of problem-solving approaches, tools, and techniques; ability to recognize, anticipate, and resolve organizational, operational, or process problems in diverse situations.

Nice To Haves

Extensive experience in CNC machining and programming, with a deep understanding of metal cutting processes such as turning, milling, and swiss-style machines.
Proficiency in reading and writing G&M code.
Experience supporting machining, assembly, or automated manufacturing processes in a production environment.
Demonstrated ability to lead or influence process improvements beyond assigned responsibilities.
Experience applying structured problem-solving methods to resolve recurring production issues.
Experience supporting equipment improvements, installations, or process changes from concept through implementation.
Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple issues in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

Support manufacturing operations by improving process capability, equipment reliability, and product quality.
Identify and implement process improvements.
Monitor process performance and equipment reliability; identify and address problem areas through structured problem solving.
Analyze engineering change notices and implement required process or part changes.
Provide engineering support for planning, development, operation, and maintenance of manufacturing equipment and processes.
Develop and maintain work instructions, control plans, and process documentation to ensure standardization and compliance.
Support new product introduction activities to ensure manufacturability and stable launch performance.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including lean, waste reduction, and problem solving, to improve safety, quality, velocity, and cost.
Work with internal teams and suppliers to implement process improvements and resolve technical issues.
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and manufacturing standards.