Manufacturing Engineer - Remanufacturing

Career Area:

Manufacturing

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.

CATERPILLAR REMANUFACTURING

Do you have a passion for helping customers and supporting a sustainable solution? Since 1973, Cat Reman has helped bring the value at the core of every Cat product back to life. Customers look to us to provide a high-quality solution that is good for their business - and promotes sustainability. It's important to us to deliver. Our team is full of industry leaders. Together, following common values, we share a passion for delivering sustainability benefits that help the company contribute to a circular economy. It's rewarding work, with an inspiring team, where every contribution matters.

Our Caterpillar Remanufacturing Division currently has an opening for a Manufacturing Engineer position located in the Corinth, MS facility. This position will provide the technical expertise necessary to design, develop, and implement manufacturing systems, complex manufacturing operations and sophisticated machines.

Job Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Developing, analyzing, and managing Manufacturing/Assembly Projects

• Assisting in developing department capital and expense budgets

• Maintaining individual capital forecast

• Administering the New Product Introduction (NPI) process to ensure that Engineering drawings are released and processed on time for NPI build

• Working with multiple departments to ensure material flow, material availability, tooling and quality processes are implemented for successful NPI and engineering change management

• Training new processors and developing training programs and documentation for Processors and Assemblers

• Developing and documenting Manufacturing Engineering processes for training and development of Manufacturing Engineers and Engineering Techs

• Leading problem-solving activities to address operational issues including ergonomic/safety, efficiency improvements, process bottlenecks, quality concerts

• Working with internal and external suppliers to develop and manage projects to ensure efficient and cost-effective systems and processes to produce quality products

• Designing, developing, and implementing the integration of manufacturing systems such as scheduling, work order creation, process routings and documentation, and tooling control systems

• Providing manufacturing technical support in process control and internal certification

• Coordinating the purchase and application of machine tools, controls, and related equipment corporate wide to ensure the latest technology is being used to increase efficiency and economy of operations

• Research and understand manufacturing best practices related to assembly operations such as torque strategy, in process validation, tooling controls and component traceability

• Designing complex or intricate jigs and fixtures

• Designing lifting devices and assembly aids

• Manage manufacturing floor layout to maximize efficiency and flow

• Providing technical support, machine integration, and programming changes to PLC Logic Controllers, Torque Equipment, Manufacturing systems, Assembly, and Test equipment

• Supporting Engineering Change processes, Warranty reduction, and Continuous Improvement initiatives to improve Safety, Quality, Velocity, and Cost metrics.

• Supporting Maintenance, Contractors, and Suppliers with Troubleshooting, Repair, and Programming Changes to machines and tooling

• Developing, Procuring, and Validating implementation of new machines and tooling

• Lead Safety, Quality and System Improvement projects

• Create and update standard work, safe operating procedures, control plans, Process FMEA and Safety FMEA documentation

• Utilize production data to lead capacity planning and demand planning activities

• Support operations teams in developing labor utilization plans that aligns with process flow and takt time/cycle time analysis

Basic Qualifications:

• 3+ years manufacturing related work experience

• A four-year Technical/University degree in a manufacturing engineering-related discipline with a minimum of 2 years as a Manufacturing Engineer

• or 3-5 years of equivalent experience with a minimum of 2 years as a Manufacturing Engineer

• Experience with designing requirements and managing implementation of capital assets

• Thorough experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)

Desired Qualifications:

• Familiar with company policies and procedures

• Experience with reading and interpreting engineering Bill of Materials (BOM)

• Experience with designing requirements and managing implementation of capital assets

• Able to build strong relationships with various stakeholders at all levels

• Thorough knowledge of Engine design

• Background in DMAIC Lean Principles

• Experience with CAD Software (AutoCAD, PTC Creo, SolidWorks, etc.)

• Thorough knowledge of manufacturing concepts

• Capital Equipment and Assembly tooling integration project experience

• Expertise in learning and managing new computer applications/systems

• Thorough knowledge of manufacturing concepts (Lean Manufacturing, 6-Sigma, Quality Management Systems, Tooling Controls, etc.)

• 3+ years of related work experience in remanufacturing processes

• Good written and oral communication skills

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 along with the potential of annual bonuses.

Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date).

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage?

• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)?

• 401k savings plan?

• 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)

All eligible candidates MUST pass the following pre-employment screenings before they can be hired to any Caterpillar position:

• Background Screening

• Drug & Alcohol Screening (Applicants are hereby advised that the Company has implemented a drug and alcohol policy and conducts a testing program, pursuant to Sections 71-7-1, et al., of the Mississippi Code of 1972, Ann. (hereinafter referred to as "the Act"), and you are hereby advised of the existence of said Act.)

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Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a 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 ~~~/careers

Relocation assistance is offered for this position

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'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.

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a 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 ~~~/careers.

Posting Dates:

April 22, 2024 - April 29, 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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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.