Manufacturing Engineer Tool design

Position: Manufacturing Engineer 1 Tool design
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 Description – Manufacturing Tool Design Engineer

Caterpillar Inc is the world's leading manufacturer of off-highway machinery and diesel and natural gas engines. The Caterpillar brand is recognised worldwide and is synonymous with quality and reliability.

The Industrial Power Systems Division currently has a new and exciting opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer. This position works both independently and as part of a team to maintain and improve processes and systems used in manufacturing. In addition, Manufacturing Engineers function as a specialist and subject matter expert for technical planning throughout a manufacturing facility. As Manufacturing Engineer, you will have an opportunity to provide the technical expertise necessary to design, develop, and implement manufacturing systems, manufacturing operations and state of the art machines.

Job Purpose:

To provide expertise in specific areas of the manufacturing process to ensure the most efficient and cost-effective manufacture of product.

Job Duties /Responsibilities May Include, But Are Not Limited To

This is a staff position which is expected to function as a specialist with respect to a specific technical phase of the manufacturing engineering function and which generally falls within the major areas of releasing, Engine Assembly, Test, Paint processing, assembly processing, layout, work standards and manufacturing development.
Work assignments may be specialized in nature but may also be broad based with coordination between other staff personnel to complete a larger project.
Incumbents evaluate projects to define desired results and determine logical approaches.
Evaluates such factors as cost, personnel yearly usage, equipment, space, etc. as well as other information needed to determine requirements.
Prepares feasibility studies for appropriateness and cost effectiveness and submits recommendations accordingly.
Results contribute to the effective management decisions in determining the most efficient processes, methods, machinery, tools, equipment, services and systems needed in the manufacture of product.
Adheres to established standards, policies and practices relating to quality, cost reduction, safety, ergonomics, etc. in performing assigned duties.

Actual Work Assignments May Be Typified As Follows

Projection, evaluation, specification, and acquisition of new or replacement machine tools.
Provides engineering consultation on manufacturing processes, possible tooling and gaging requirements, and cost/delivery analysis.
Work primarily on fixtures for assembly, pressing, work holding, special tools used in machining, Assembly and Hot test
Develop and implement cost reduction programs consistent with Lean Manufacturing principals.
Provide estimate for the number of hours to design, process, and manufacture and inspect tooling components to support all facets of final product delivery.
Uses computerized design and computer aided engineering tools to perform job requirements.
Proficient on materials used in the manufacturing of Tools used in Engine Assembly (Ex: Jigs & Fixtures).
Proficient in manufacturing process of Jigs & Fixtures (Ex: Machining, Fabrication, Welding etc.).
Analyze tooling failures and evaluate tool characteristics and requirements.
Plan Factory layouts for effective utilization of space due to rearrangement, new processes, or expansion.
Determining the need for modern facilities; assembly planning.
Develop and implement assembly processes in line with CPPD (Concurrent Process and Product Development) and NPI design changes, etc.
Transition new products from engineering to manufacturing.
Engaging in creative…