Caterpillar Inc. · 7 hours ago
Manufacturing Engineering Technician I - 1st Shift
San Antonio, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$21.65/hr - $27.80/hr
2+ years expCaterpillar Inc. is a leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, committed to sustainability and innovation. The Manufacturing Engineering Technician I will support engineering efforts by improving quality and efficiency in diesel engine assembly through data analysis and problem-solving.
ConstructionManufacturingMechanical EngineeringMachinery Manufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Provide technical support through data analysis, problem solving, and Caterpillar Production Systems (CPS)
Assist and provide support to process improvement teams
Assist and provide feedback to team leaders including action plan follow up, use of 6 Sigma and lean manufacturing methodology and use of CPS
Identify and track key metrics related to assigned department or function
Assist with process improvement opportunities, continuous review of plant operations to keep team focused on key priorities and improvement objectives
Monitor and follow up process improvement initiatives to ensure improvements are sustained
Perform audits to ensure materials, processes, and tools conform to quality standards
Assist with the resolution of CPS Continuous Improvement cards (CI Cards)
Follow standard operating procedures and area specific work instructions
Provide information to supervisors and managers about processes within assigned area
Lead and facilitate small business team activities within assigned work area
Investigate and resolve manufacturing engineering related line calls
Lead, investigate, and resolve CI cards issued to manufacturing engineering
Lead, investigate, and resolve Manufacturing Engineering BIQ defects and other quality improvement initiatives, such as CCN, CIA and CAR
Participate and support Engineering for Standard Work, SFMEA and PFMEA activities
Represent manufacturing engineering at Small Business Team and Go-&-See meetings
Edit work instructions for assembly as directed by the manufacturing engineers
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 2 years of manufacturing experience or a 2-year degree in lieu of experience
Experience reading blueprints and reviewing 3D models
Experience in machining processes, and best practices, test processes and validation to manufacture products
Experience with basic inspection equipment (calipers, micrometers, depth gages)
Proficiency using Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Preferred
Intermediate level proficiency using ERP/PLM systems such as PLEX, Teamcenter, and MAMM system
Familiarity using data collection systems such as Quality WorX and Tools Talk
Experience with AutoCAD
Experience with Six Sigma/Lean as either a contributing team member or possessing a Green Belt Certification
Experience in quality control within a metal or alloy manufacturing facility
Experience in a leadership type role (team lead, project lead, lean lead)
Ability to be a self-starter and the aptitude to learn
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
These benefits also apply to part-time employees
Company
Caterpillar Inc.
For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world.
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
E
Eric Sporre
Vice President & Global Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Recent News
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