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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.

As a Manufacturing Engineer II, you will collaborate with the team in maintaining and improving processes and systems in the manufacture of the products produced in the facility. Further, you will analyze and recommend current and future systems, procedures and equipment needs based on manufacturing requirements.

The exciting world of Caterpillar’s Earthmoving Division and the Lean Value Stream Management approach are thriving in our Victoria, TX facility where we manufacture and assemble industry leading products. If you are a dynamic trailblazer with exceptional performance and focus on excellence, this is a great opportunity for you to join a global leader, put your talents to the test and accelerate your career!

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 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 join 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 – roads, hospitals, homes and infrastructure. Without a dedicated workforce Caterpillar could not effectively meet our customer’s needs.

Among other things, as the Manufacturing Engineer II, you can expect to:

Specifically, in this role, you can expect to:

• New Product Introduction (NPI) project analysis and planning
• Feasibility studies for site optimization for existing and new processes
• Improve overall cost structure and facility efficiency
• Detailed project planning including all required project tasks, resources, costs, and critical path timeline design manufacturing assembly processes
• PFMEA creation
• Drive Lean principles manufacturing principles
• Capital planning and procurement
• Design and direct the acquisition, design, fabrication and repair of assembly equipment and machines and related capital planning
• Participate in Collaborative Product and Process Development
• Understand and communicate material deviation process
• Provide analysis and recommendations for engineering product designs

To be successful in this role, you must bring (Basic Qualifications):

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or similar technical degree OR 5 years job-related experience in assembly manufacturing

Top candidates will also bring:

• Knowledge of Caterpillar product structure
• Experience in Caterpillar Product Release Work Bench (PRWB)
• Experience in Teamcenter Lifecycle Visualization, preferably VPPa
• Prior experience in similar role
• Lean Certification such as Six Sigma Green or Black Belt
• Project management experience
• Proficiency in project planner software such as Primavera or Microsoft Project Planner and other software, such as AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks, Python
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact effectively with suppliers and cross-functional teams
• Proficiency in print reading, GD&T, and ability to read CMM reports
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Advanced proficiency in Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI

Relocation assistance is available for this position

ISE is not available for this position

How we support you (Employee benefits)

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career including the potential to advance your career into operations leadership and other advanced manufacturing positions. We offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of a very generous yearly bonus. Additional benefits include paid vacations and paid holidays (Prorated based on hire date). Safety is a top priority at Caterpillar, we provide all necessary personal protective equipment: steel toe boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, uniform shirts, and pants.

The power of everyone

At Caterpillar, we believe that each person is unique and valued. We are committed to ensuring that our workplace is diverse and representative of the many customers we serve around the globe. Different perspectives help us achieve our best work and come together to form a high performing Caterpillar team that makes positive changes in the community where we live and work. To learn more about Caterpillar please visit: www.Caterpillar.com

Final details

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This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tide to a specific employer, such as an H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the United States 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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