NPI Manager, Information Platforms
About The Position
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. Role Summary: The Core Embedded Software division is seeking a leader to fill the position of NPI Manager for the Information Product Platforms. This position will provide NPI leadership to the Information Platform teams. The responsibilities will include management of the program timelines, budget, and quality. Additionally, this position provides people leadership for a team of 4 Caterpillar team members, along with technical leadership for a team of about 20 Caterpillar and Agency software developers. This position will interact regularly with system, hardware, and software teams and managers to collaborate on the delivery of Information Platforms.
Requirements
- Knowledge of the policies and techniques to manage a set of related projects within a program; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control the set of projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve program objectives.
- Knowledge of quality management methods, tools, and techniques and ability to create and support an environment that meets the quality goals of the organization.
- Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
- Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.
- Knowledge of major products and services and product and service groups; ability to apply knowledge of product and service appropriately to diverse situations.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in an accredited Engineering or Computer Science curriculum
- Extensive engineering experience, in roles of increasing responsibility
- Electronics systems, hardware, or software development experience
- Experience with the New Product Introduction (NPI) process
- Supervisory and global team leadership experience
- Demonstrated strong technical and analytical skills
Responsibilities
- NPI Leadership of the Information Product Platforms
- Responsible for Information Platform Gateway Reviews & Design Reviews
- Development & Communication of Information Platform Timelines
- Accountable for developing and managing Information Platform Life Time Estimates
- Meet Information Platform Quality Commitments
- Collaborate with and communicate results to the Machine & Engine Systems teams
- Work with members of the Senior Technology Leadership Forum (STLF) to prioritize information related projects that will benefit the Caterpillar enterprise
- Work with Chief Engineers, Tech Stewards, NPI Managers, Clients, and Process Partners to develop roadmaps and strategies for Information Platforms
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)
- 401(k) savings plans
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Health Lifestyle Programs
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
- Career Development
- Incentive bonus
- Disability benefits
- Life Insurance
- Parental leave
- Adoption benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Industry
Machinery Manufacturing
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
