Manufacturing Engineer

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Company: Caterpillar, Inc

Location: Sanford, NC 27330

Description:

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.

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Caterpillar is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Sanford, NC. In this role, you will assist with technical analysis of manufacturing processes in all aspects of production, costs, quality, compliance to safety guidelines, and environmental requirements for manufacturing.

What you can look forward to in this role:
  • Participating in identifying and implementing enhancements and modifications to equipment and processes (continuous improvement activities).
  • Monitoring equipment and process reliability; identifying and addressing problem areas.
  • Providing coaching and development for operations technical staff and support areas.
  • Providing engineering support on planning, development, operation, and maintenance of equipment, processes, or facilities.


A successful candidate in this role will showcase their skills in:
  • Lean Manufacturing: Knowledge of the philosophy, principles and implementation approaches of lean manufacturing; ability to integrate and implement lean manufacturing philosophy into existing production and management processes.
  • Manufacturing Equipment: Knowledge of the mechanical, electrical, and logistics equipment used in manufacturing; ability to safely operate, maintain, update and store them.
  • Manufacturing Processes: Knowledge of existing product manufacturing methods, technologies and processes; ability to execute, plan, manage and monitor the entire manufacturing process.
  • Problem Management Process: Knowledge of manufacturing problem management processes, methodologies and techniques; ability to use a disciplined approach to bringing that problem to a successful resolution.


Top Candidates for this position may also have:
  • The ability to read and interpret blueprints, tooling designs, and geometric drawings.
  • Experience with Creo, AutoCad, and Romer Arm
  • A thorough knowledge of manufacturing concepts (Lean Manufacturing, 6-Sigma, Quality Management Systems, etc.)
  • Experience with developing and validating specifications for Machining Process.
  • Project management experience
  • Lean Certification such as Six Sigma Green or Black Belt
  • A degree in an Engineering discipline


Additional Information:

The primary location for this position is Boone Trail in Sanford, NC.

Domestic relocation assistance is not available

Sponsorship is not available

Summary Pay Range:
$79,800.00 - $119,760.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of 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


* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Posting Dates:
April 8, 2025 - April 22, 2025

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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