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.

Manufacturing Engineer – Advanced Planning

Mapleton, IL

Role Summary:

The Mapleton Foundry is one of the largest in the United States and home to the largest core making machine in the world! Working at the foundry is hard work that demands focus and safety, quality, and commitment to helping our customers build a better world.

With over 800 employees at the foundry, we are looking for an Advanced Planning – Manufacturing Engineer who will provide the technical expertise necessary to design, develop, and implement manufacturing systems, complex manufacturing operations and sophisticated machines by following New Capital Investment process. As an Advanced Planning Manufacturing Engineer, you will be expected to function as a specialist with respect to the machining area of the foundry.  You will develop, analyze and manage manufacturing/machining projects while assisting in developing department capital and expense budgets and maintain the capital forecast. This role is integral in bringing new ideas and technology to the machining department that will continuously improve the overall performance to meet or exceed customer expectations.

What you will do (includes but not limited to):

• Utilize the NCI and KPI updates for all new capital projects will be the key part of this position to run all machining projects assigned to completion.
• Contribute to launching new machining capital projects from concept to completion to improve Safety, Quality, Velocity, and Cost in order to meet Advanced Planning annual goals.
• Identify work-related hazards and perform necessary activities to meet regulatory requirements for the safety and protection of workers, environment and site.
• Work closely with all departments to ensure requirements are clearly defined when proposing future projects along with how to make current processes more efficient.
• Develop scope of work and justifications to obtain approval, then work closely with vendors to implement project details.
• Coordinate the purchase and application of machine tools, automation controls, robotics, and related equipment corporate wide to ensure the latest technology is being used to increase efficiency and economy of operations.
• Design complex or intricate jigs and fixtures.
• Utilize lean manufacturing to create balanced layouts and processing within each operation.
• Assist in developing training program with Operations/Manufacturing Engineering on the functionality and processes for all machining.

Education and Experience Requirement:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience desired.  

What you have:

Judgment and Decision Making: Working Knowledge:

Knowledge of the decision-making process; ability to carefully evaluate the impact of emerging business situations and choose the best path forward communicating actions and activities that maximize organizational performance.

Lean Manufacturing: Working Knowledge:

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.

 Manufacturing Equipment: Working Knowledge:

Knowledge of the electrical, mechanical and logistics equipment used in manufacturing; ability to safely operate, maintain, update and store them.

Manufacturing Safety: Extensive Experience:

Knowledge of manufacturing safety; ability to identify work-related hazards and perform necessary activities to meet regulatory requirements for the safety and protection of workers, environment and site.

Problem Management Process - MFG: Extensive Experience:

Knowledge of manufacturing problem management processes, methodologies and techniques; ability to use a disciplined approach to bringing that problem to a successful resolution.

Project Management: Basic Understanding:

Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives.

Top Candidates May Have:

• Experience with New Capital Implementation Process
• Thorough knowledge of CNC machinery

Additional Details:

• This position is located in Mapleton, IL  
• Domestic relocation assistance is available with this position.
• Visa sponsorship is not available with this position.

A Closer look into the Mapleton Facility

https://youtu.be/0kKlppm_nfc

What you will get: 

• Safety in words and actions. Safety is a core value at Caterpillar. We encourage and commit to safety in all processes that we do. We strive to provide a safe and secure work environment for all our employees. 

• You earn more than just a salary because we value your performance.  We offer a total rewards package that provides benefits on day one (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus. 

• Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date) 

• The Power of Everyone: At Caterpillar, we believe each person is unique and valued and 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 communities where we live and work. 

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Summary Pay Range:

$95,640.00 - $143,520.00

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.

Posting Dates:

December 17, 2024 - January 5, 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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