Manufacturing Engineer

Job Title

Manufacturing Engineer

Fixed Term Contract

Competitive – depending on experience

Springvale, Belfast, Northern Ireland

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 Bank Holidays.
• Up to 10% bonus.
• Contributory pension scheme – Caterpillar will double the employee's contribution, up to 6%.
• Contributory share scheme – Caterpillar will match 50% of the employee's contribution.
• Optional flexible benefits including access to health and dental care plans, holiday purchase.

The Springvale Facility works 4 days per week, Monday through Thursday. It supplies axles and transmissions, supported by supply chain, logistics, manufacturing engineering, quality engineering, EHS and operations teams.

The Large Power Systems Division (LPSD) has 12 manufacturing facilities and 5 engineering facilities globally. It delivers operational excellence in manufacturing large power systems and drivetrain components.

We have a fixed‑term contract opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer at the Springvale Facility in Belfast. You will work across the organization and be directly involved in strategic projects.

• Lead the introduction of new products and processes.
• Identify, define and implement process quality and design steps in line with APQP and PPAP requirements.
• Identify, purchase and coordinate the installation of tooling, equipment, machinery and capital expenditure projects.
• Ensure that Design for Manufacture and Assembly principles are applied through the product development process.
• Interface with the product group(s) and customer representatives to translate technical requirements into manufacturing processes.
• Ensure new product and process implementations meet safety requirements.
• Ensure accurate new product costing through BOM and routing accuracy.
• Coordinate and implement complex engineering changes.
• Conduct problem‑solving and hold Root Cause Corrective Action investigations.

• Judgment and Decision Making:
  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.
• Manufacturing Equipment:
  Knowledge of the electrical, mechanical and logistics equipment used in manufacturing; ability to safely operate, maintain, update and store them.
• Manufacturing Processes:
  Knowledge of existing product manufacturing methods, technologies and processes; ability to execute, plan, manage and monitor the entire manufacturing process.
• Manufacturing Safety:
  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.
• Manufacturing Standards, Procedures and Policies:
  Knowledge of organizational standards, procedures and policies in manufacturing activities; ability to plan, guide, and monitor manufacturing processes for compliance.
• Problem Management Process – MFG:
  Knowledge of manufacturing problem‑management processes, methodologies and techniques; ability to use a disciplined approach to bring problems to a successful resolution.

• A degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or relevant manufacturing experience.
• Experience and knowledge of Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing practices and/or APQP.
• Experience with SAP or another MRP/ERP system.
• Experience in 3D CAD.
• Relevant experience may include:
• Introducing new products into a manufacturing environment.
• Project management experience with the introduction of new products and complex engineering changes.

We look forward to welcoming the successful candidate to our dynamic, diverse and creative manufacturing team. We have a culture of openness, autonomy, support, personal development and continuous drive for improvement.

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off‑highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel‑electric locomotives. For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed to contributing to a reduced‑carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

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