Career Area:ManufacturingJob 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.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.It’s More Than a Job, it’s a Career - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wf0PVJdUOWo)Caterpillar is seeking a Automation and Manufacturing Project Engineer in Raleigh, NC area. In this role, you will lead manufacturing process development projects using a high degree of experience and expertise in various or specific fields of manufacturing such as assembly, fabrications, automation, and manufacturing technology.What you can look forward to doing in this role:
Provide technical expertise and guidance in major manufacturing projects, working with internal/external suppliers to support/improve manufacturing productivity and cost effectiveness.
Directing other employees through implementing major systems and the coordination of those systems with the total plant.
Directing suppliers to analyze their current or proposed product/process designs to determine feasibility of using existing designs or modifying the designs to improve process and/or product.
Providing guidance and mentoring to manufacturing engineers and operators in order to develop high quality products and processes.
Provides leadership in the implementation of automation and integrated technologies within the factory.
Perform liaison duties with various functional areas to promote smooth transition of new and revised corporate and plant systems and operations.
Be involved with component and prime product facilities to analyze their current or proposed product/process designs to determine feasibility of using existing designs or modifying the designs to improve process and/or product.
A successful candidate in this role will showcase their skills and have:
Extensive experience 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.
A working knowledge of Manufacturing Change Control : Knowledge of the processes and procedures by which a change is identified, evaluated, approved, monitored and documented; ability to manage changes in the production environment and processes effectively.
A working knowledge of Project Management : Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources for a global team to achieve project objectives.
Extensive experience in Manufacturing Process Design and Development : Knowledge of how to develop or design a manufacturing process; ability to establish and determine which processes and parameters should be opted to improve functionality and costs.
Top Candidates for this position may also have:
A significant understanding of product design to combine with process design expertise to provide for improved manufacturability and efficiency of prime products and major components
Significant analytical ability as well as excellent oral and written communications skills
Extensive experience effectively supervising large manufacturing change projects
A degree from an accredited college in a manufacturing discipline
Flexibility in their workflow to be able to pivot as needed for projects
Additional Information:Travel for this position may be over 25%The primary location for this position will be Clayton, Cary, or Sanford, NC.Domestic relocation assistance is availableSponsorship is not availableHow 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 everyoneAt 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.comPosting Dates:February 12, 2024 - February 26, 2024Any 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.Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .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.
