Caterpillar Inc. · 6 hours ago
Manufacturing Engineer
Little Rock Metro
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$87K/yr - $131K/yrCaterpillar Inc. is a global team dedicated to building a better world through innovation and teamwork. The Manufacturing Engineer will oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of automated systems and new manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance with manufacturing standards and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
ConstructionMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingMechanical Engineering
No H1B
Responsibilities
Creating and maintaining work instructions, tool lists, inspection guides, Control Plans, PFMEAs and SFMEAs for automation and other manufacturing processes
Support new product introductions and continuous improvement efforts around people, quality, velocity, and cost for large fabrications
Drive continuous improvement initiatives participating in Lean Manufacturing projects and 5S improvements
Engages in creative problem-solving to address operational issues, including ergonomics and safety, efficiency improvements, process bottlenecks, and quality concerns related to automation and other manufacturing processes
Works with internal and external suppliers to develop and manage projects, ensuring efficient and cost-effective systems and processes to produce quality products
Provide manufacturing technical support in process controls for automation and other manufacturing process for large fabrications
Monitor and improve equipment reliability by identifying and addressing problem areas, performing root cause analysis, and being the technical expert for the value stream
Develop and optimize robot welding programs using ABB, Fanuc and CLOOS controls
Ensures compliance with all manufacturing standards, procedures, and safety guidelines, including both Caterpillar and OSHA compliant procedures
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or closely related discipline OR equivalent technical experience plus demonstrated competence of significant engineering and/or operational experience related to automation and manufacturing
Hands-on experience with equipment setup, diagnostics, and optimization
Technical expertise in automation technologies: Experience in deploying automation solutions like Robots/Cobots, Vision Systems, and others. Some experience in PLC and other programming languages
Demonstrated ability to apply lean manufacturing tools and methodologies in a production environment
Expertise in manufacturing safety related to automation and other manufacturing processes for large fabrications, including performing inspections
Strong critical-thinking and decision-making skills, with experience in evaluating options, predicting impact, and advising others
Preferred
Extensive Automation system experience, including PLCs and robots used in multi-pass welding
Knowledge of welding processes use for large fabrications (automated and manual)
Prior Project Management experience
Well-rounded understanding of both 6 Sigma and Lean Manufacturing concepts
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
Company
Caterpillar Inc.
For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world.
Founded in 1925
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.51BKey Investors
US Department of EnergyAdvanced Propulsion Centre UK
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3.5B
2024-10-31Grant· $5.04M
2019-06-23Grant
Leadership Team
George Moubayed
Chief Sustainability and Strategy Officer / Senior Vice President Enterprise Strategy Division
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Eric Sporre
Vice President & Global Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
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