Career Area:
Manufacturing & Supply Chain
Job Description:
Your Work Shapes the World
Whether it be groundbreaking products, best in class solutions or creating a lifelong career, you can do the work that matters at Caterpillar. With a greater than 95-year legacy of quality and innovation and 150 locations in countries around the world, your impact spans the globe. When you join Caterpillar, you are joining a team of makers, innovators, and doers. We are the people who roll up our sleeves and do the work to build a better world. We don't just talk about progress and innovation. We make it happen. And we are proud of that, because it helps our customers build and power the world we live in - the roads, hospitals, homes, and infrastructure. Without a dedicated workforce Caterpillar could not effectively meet our customer's needs. Join us.
As a Manufacturing Test Engineer , you will have the opportunity to provide the technical expertise necessary to design, develop, and implement manufacturing systems, complex manufacturing operations and sophisticated machines as they relate to engine testing.
Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
Provide technical support at the various test stands: Main Assembly Leak Test (MALT), Long Block Test (LBT), Engine Function Test (EFT) and Hot Test.
Understand test stand process requirements. Prioritize work of multiple test stands simultaneously, as needed, to meet assembly expectations with a sense of urgency balanced with a strong commitment to product quality.
Compile and perform data analysis to diagnose complex issues and problems to determine root cause.
Analyze engine characteristic and performance trend data to meet customer expectations.
Define acceptance criteria for process indicators.
Communicate technical information effectively with both internal and external process partners.
Lead continuous improvement activities impacting the assembly process and test performance.
Utilize Lean Manufacturing methodology to engage in creative problem solving to address operational issues by taking initiative and driving creative ideas forward.
Work collaboratively and lead both specialized and broad-based projects as they relate to the test stands with internal and external process partners.
Analyze customer requirements and make recommendations for equipment, procedure, or process changes.
Provide specifications and procure new or replacement testing and validation equipment. Implement robust solutions to meet customer requirements.
Design, develop, and implement assembly processes and manufacturing systems, including factory control software, scheduling techniques, simulation, and system application.
Manage capital projects with internal and external suppliers to ensure efficient and cost-effective systems and processes are implemented.
Develop training programs and process documentation for technicians (E.g., Operations)
Develop and document Manufacturing Engineering processes for training and development of Manufacturing Engineers and Engineering Techs
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in an accredited Engineering, Computer Science or similar Technical or Discipline
3-5 years manufacturing or test related work experience in a testing or manufacturing environment preferably in engine dynamometer tests, engine performance development, or engine component assembly
Strong analytical and trouble-shooting skills with a high level of curiosity and investigative mindset with attention to detail
Top candidates will also have:
Diesel engine and/or Leak testing experience
Strong mechanical aptitude
Understanding of electrical systems and schematics
Knowledge of programming languages
Technical project work experience
Experience in 3D modeling (i.e., AutoCAD, Creo, Solidworks)
Understanding of engineering prints and operational drawings
Experience with safety protocols and risk assessment
Passion for collaboration and ability to align multiple stakeholders
Additional Information:
Relocation assistance is available for this position
This position is located in Seguin, TX
What You Will Get:
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 a salary. Because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides day-one benefits, including but not limited to:
Competitive salary and annual bonus program
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)
Company-matched 401(k) plan
Stock option opportunity over time
Health savings account (HSA)
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Short and long-term disability coverage
Life Insurance
Paid parental leave
Healthy Lifestyle Programs
Employee Assistance Programs
Voluntary Benefits (Ex. Accident, Identity Theft Protection)
Strong community involvement
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've 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.
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.
EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.
This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O.
As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers #LI
EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.
There's more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar.
Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee's contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we've built.
