Career Area:
Operations
Job Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
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.
About IPSD
Caterpillar's Industrial Power Systems Division (IPSD) designs, tests and manufactures 0.5 to 18L engines that not only power Caterpillar machines, but also power over 5000 other applications including Marine, Petroleum, Industrial Applications, Electric Generators, and Locomotives. Caterpillar's company strategy includes sustainability as one of four focus areas and IPSD is engaged and actively preparing green energy solutions for the future.
Job Summary:
The Industrial Power Systems Division has an exciting opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineering Technician II position in Seguin, TX. As a Manufacturing Engineering Technician II, you will perform the duties associated and assigned by the Manufacturing Engineering team.
What you will do:
Audit, validate, and perform root cause analysis and address problems in the assembly planning, tooling, and manufacturing standards, capital expense tooling and equipment and facility layout and digital twin systems
Maintain awareness of technological advances in processing, automation of assembly/material movement and/or machine capability. You will use the knowledge to provide input into project assignments.
Analyze and investigate shop problems and follow-up on recommendations
Assists with more complex issues related to process improvements, capital requirements, developing systems or databases, and equipment and systems integration
Design to maintain, improve, and validate manufacturing engineering processes such as process design, facility layout, standardized work instructions, simulations, virtual modeling, test, manufacturing releasing and production order readiness
Adheres to established standards, policies and practices relating to quality, cost reduction, safety, ergonomics, etc. in performing assigned duties
What you will have:
Advanced experience utilizing PLEX
Experience with diesel machining and assembly process
Experience with basic inspection equipment (calipers, micrometers, depth gages)
Experience interpreting engineering prints
Experience with Microsoft Office products
An associate degree or a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in quality or diesel is required
Ability to work independently and take initiative with limited supervision
Ability to have strong attention to detail
Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment
What would make you a top candidate:
Experience with quality in a diesel assembly/machine facility
Experience with diesel assembly in a leadership type role (Team Lead, Project lead, Lean Lead)
Six Sigma/Lean experience as either a team member or Green Belt certified.
Experience in leading projects or supervision (direct or indirect)
Experience creating new tools/fixtures and setting them up for the line
Experience of problem-solving skills with proven results
Experience collaborating on addressing documentation issues
We are committed to ensuring a supportive and accommodating work environment for all employees. Please advise of any reasonable accommodation requests to facilitate your ability to perform the job's essential functions.
Physical Requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation):
Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods
Ability to perform repetitive operations
Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
Additional requirements:
Resumes are highly encouraged for all applicants
Former Caterpillar employees must meet Caterpillar rehire guidelines
Additional Information:
$22/hour starting payrate
Overtime as required
Relocation assistance is NOT available for this position
Employee Benefit Details
Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.
Here you earn more than just an hourly wage because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K).
Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date).
About Caterpillar
Caterpillar Inc. is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we have been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
Please ensure you frequently check the e-mail account you provided on your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process.
Posting Dates:
July 8, 2024 - July 17, 2024
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.
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