Manufacturing Engineer

6 days ago


Belfast, United Kingdom Caterpillar Full time
Unlock Your Potential as a Manufacturing Engineer at Caterpillar

Caterpillar is a world-leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives. We're committed to helping our customers build a better, more sustainable world and are dedicated to reducing our carbon footprint.

About the Role

We're seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join our team at the Springvale Facility in Belfast. As a key member of our Large Power Systems Division, you'll be responsible for leading the introduction of new products and processes, conducting problem-solving and root cause corrective action investigations, and managing safety, quality, and process improvements on an assembly line.

Key Responsibilities
  • Line ownership with responsibilities for key KPIs including Safety, Quality, Velocity, and Cost
  • Lead the introduction of new products and processes (NPI)
  • Conduct problem-solving and hold Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations
  • Manage safety, quality, and process improvements on an assembly line
  • Identify, define, and implement process quality and process design steps in line with Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production Part Approval Process (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
  • Ensure new product and process implementations meet safety requirements
  • Ensure accurate new product costing through Bill of Materials (BOM) and routing accuracy
  • Coordinate and implement complex engineering changes
Requirements
  • Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment
  • 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
  • Lean Manufacturing: 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: 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 bringing that problem to a successful resolution
What We Offer

As a Manufacturing Engineer at Caterpillar, you'll have the opportunity to work with a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We offer a competitive salary package, work-life balance, and the growth opportunities you expect with a Fortune 100 company. You'll be empowered to thrive and make a real impact on our business.

We're committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. If you're passionate about manufacturing, innovation, and making a difference, we want to hear from you.



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