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 Summary

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will be responsible for Weld manufacturing processes in all aspects of production, costs, quality, compliance with safety standards, and environmental requirements.

What the candidate will do:

• Evaluating the feasibility of engineering changes
• Creating production routes
• Making plant layout modifications
• Developing APQP documentation
• Improving manufacturing processes
• Build products without previous documentation
• Supporting the achievement of departmental and company objectives.

Degree Requirement:

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Manufacturing, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Intermediate English proficiency.

What skills will the ideal candidate have

Quality Management:

• Working knowledge of SPC analysis (Cpk,CP)
• GD&T, CMM report interpretations
• APQP experience

Engineering – Manufacturing:

• Working knowledge using SAP, AutoCAD, CREO Parametric
• Create routings and time studies to create the proper balance for the production line focus on the S&OP requirements
• Capital projects experience
• GMAW procedures and policies
• Basic knowledge of design principles and use of fixtures

Problem Solving:

• Hands on lean manufacturing principles
• Ability to perform root cause analysis and implement ICAs (Interim Containment Actions) and PCAs (Permanent Corrective Actions).
• Coordinate and lead “stop-to-fix” activities and follow up on action plans.

Decision-making and critical thinking:

• Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques.
• Ability to accurately analyze situations and make productive decisions based on informed judgment.

Top Candidates have:

• Green Belt Certification

Additional information

• This position is located in Santa Catarina, Nuevo León.

• The work schedule is Monday through Friday (6:24 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.), with the option of shift changes and weekend work.

• This position requires travel up to 10% of the time (domestic and international).

• Relocation is not available for this position.

Final details     

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Posting Dates:

febrero 13, 2026 - febrero 20, 2026

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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