Sr Manufacturing Engineer

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.

Job Description :

This position provides manufacturing engineering support for Turbomachinery components manufacturing at Solar Turbines' Superior Gear facility. Responsibilities include detailed manufacturing planning, manufacturing process continuous improvement, first article proofing, tooling/fixture design, machine selection/requisition, process/quality control, and new product design and development support. The incumbent collaborates closely with fellow manufacturing engineers, design engineering, operations, quality, supply chain, planning, and facility engineering. As Solar upgrades its ERP and implements MES (manufacturing execution system), the position will be supporting Solar production system migration from paper-based manual process to online manufacturing plan, standard work, parts tracking, data entry, and quality control, while incorporating technologies, like mobile CMM, 3D scan inspection, and DPM (direct part marking).

• Develop detailed parts and assembly manufacturing plans and process requirements/operation instructions.
• Select/design tooling, fixtures, gauges, and develop optical inspection process (3D scan, etc.)
• Lead production quality investigation, resolution, and improvement, using statistical tools, like Minitab for GR&R, SPC, and Cpk analysis
• Support new product development for manufacturability.
• Create overhaul parts inspection and remanufacturing plans.
• Support supply chain quality resolution and improvement.
• Drive continuous process improvement.
• Define capital needs/requirements and procure machine and equipment.

Minimum Qualifications :

• 3 year of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering discipline.
• Excellent communication, collaborative, initiative, and problem solving skills.
• Willing to support production schedules, and be able to perform with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Precision components manufacturing experiences, like turning/milling, and grinding, especially gears and shafts
• 6 Sigma and Lean process training and project experiences
• Working experiences with CMM (coordinate measuring machine), NDT (non-destructive testing), solid modelling, machine CNC control, and NC programming
• Knowledge and experience with MES (Manufacturing Execution System)

This position does not offer relocation and is not a remote role; position location in Gardena, CA.

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.

Summary Pay Range:
$108,834.00 - $163,252.00

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:

Annual incentive bonus plan*

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

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

401k savings plan

Health savings account (HSA)

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Healthy Lifestyle Programs

Employee Assistance Programs

Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development

*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines.

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 ;br>
Posting Dates:
January 3, 2025 - January 17, 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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