Manufacturing Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.•Pontiac, IL

7d•$97,530 - $146,290•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer provides technical expertise to design, develop, and implement manufacturing systems, complex manufacturing operations, and sophisticated machines. This staff-level specialist supports a technical phase of planning, such as tooling, maintenance, plant engineering, manufacturing processes, assembly, or capital projects. The role develops and manages manufacturing and assembly projects, supports capital and expense budgeting, administers assembly NPI, and develops APQP and safety FMEA for new equipment and processes to support transition into full production. It addresses operational issues involving safety, ergonomics, efficiency, bottlenecks, and quality; works with suppliers; supports assembly and test equipment; integrates manufacturing systems and automation; and provides technical support in process control and internal certification. The position is based on-site five days per week at Caterpillar’s Pontiac, Illinois facility, includes approximately 25% domestic and international travel, and offers domestic relocation. Visa sponsorship is not provided.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or industrial technology, or equivalent experience.
Working knowledge of decision-making processes and tools, with the ability to analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
Working knowledge of engineering processes, techniques, and methods in a manufacturing environment, including the ability to design and implement systems and processes that safely meet objectives.
Working knowledge of manufacturing methods, technologies, and processes, and the ability to execute, plan, manage, and monitor manufacturing processes.
Working knowledge of project-management strategies and tactics, including planning, organizing, monitoring, and controlling projects and resources.
Knowledge of manufacturing concepts, soft and hard machining, and CAD software.
Prior project-management experience.

Nice To Haves

Automation system experience, including PLCs and robots used in assembly and deburring.
Previous CNC machine-tool process experience.
Experience with grinding and honing processes.
Diesel and fuel-system experience.
Supplier collaboration and management experience.
APQP experience.
Knowledge of Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing concepts.
End-of-line (EOL) testing and analysis experience.

Responsibilities

Develop, analyze, and manage manufacturing and assembly projects.
Assist with department capital and expense budgets and maintain the department capital forecast.
Administer the assembly NPI process to ensure engineering drawings are released and processed on time for NPI builds.
Create and implement APQP and safety FMEA for new equipment and processes to support a smooth transition from NPI to full production.
Address operational issues involving ergonomics, safety, efficiency improvements, process bottlenecks, and quality concerns.
Work with internal and external suppliers to develop and manage projects for efficient, cost-effective systems and processes that produce quality products.
Provide for the application, procurement, processing, installation, and capability of assembly and test processes and equipment.
Design, develop, and implement manufacturing-system integration, including factory control software, scheduling techniques, simulation, and systems application.
Design and integrate automation into existing manufacturing equipment.
Work with a metrology engineer to develop advanced gage solutions for new and existing products to improve quality.
Provide manufacturing technical support in process control and internal certification.
Coordinate the purchase and application of machine tools, controls, and related equipment across the company to promote current technology and efficient, economical operations.