Job Description

Career Area: Manufacturing & Supply Chain

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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.

Job Summary:

At Caterpillar\'s South Milwaukee, WI facility, we manufacture electric rope shovels for mining operations. In this role as a Manufacturing Engineer, you will report to the Group Manager and will be primarily responsible for working both independently and as part of a team to maintain and improve processes and systems used in manufacturing. In addition, Manufacturing Engineers function as a specialist and subject matter expert for technical planning throughout the manufacturing facility. As a member of the Manufacturing team, you will need to have a growth mindset, promote continuous improvement, and help build a defect-free culture. We have a fabulous team that does some of the most exciting work at Caterpillar, and we can\'t wait for you to join the team!

What you will do:

Analyze requirements and make recommendations for facility systems, processes, training, equipment needs, and engineering product designs

Complete both specialized and broad-based assignments / projects which may require collaboration and integration with other functions

Evaluate projects and prepare feasibility studies to define desired results, assess value proposition and determine project plans

Analyze, provide specifications, and acquire new or replacement equipment

Perform capital forecasting correlation and reporting as it relates to new product introduction, product capacity increases, equipment replacement and continuous process improvement

Improve Value Stream metrics by defining and implementing process improvement activities

Identify Root Causes and implement Corrective Actions to address Safety, Quality, Velocity, and Cost opportunities identified through projects, CI Cards, or CPI/BIQ issues

Improve space utilization in manufacturing and office spaces

Develop and implement assembly processes in line with Caterpillar standard processes

What you will have:

Associates degree from an accredited college or university

2+ years of manufacturing engineering experience

2+ years of welding experience

In lieu of a degree, 5+ years of experience working in a manufacturing environment with experience creating visual aids standard work and routings

Top Candidates will also have:

Bachelor\'s degree in engineering or manufacturing-related discipline

3 years of experience working on a Manufacturing Engineering team

Ability to work with a diverse group of employees and customers

Thorough knowledge of manufacturing concepts

Outstanding communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills

Experience working in SAP

2+ years of capital project experience

Experience working with Electric Rope Shovel components

Additional Information:

The primary location for this position is S. Milwaukee, WI

Domestic relocation assistance is available

This position may require 5% travel

Sponsorship is not available

This posting will close at midnight on September 24, 2023

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 benefits on day one (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus.

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

Final details:

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#LI 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 www.caterpillar.com/careers.

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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