Manufacturing Engineer - Engine Design

JOB PURPOSE

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, implementing, and improving manufacturing processes for engine assembly, testing, paint, and related operations.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) and Concurrent Process and Product Development (CPPD) activities.
• Participate in process validation, manufacturing readiness reviews, and production launch activities.
• Develop and update assembly procedures, process flows, work instructions, BOMs, PFMEAs, and standard work documentation.
• Support implementation of AI-based manufacturing solutions for safety, quality, and productivity improvement.
• Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards and digital visual management tools for manufacturing performance monitoring.
• Analyze manufacturing data to identify trends, bottlenecks, quality issues, and improvement opportunities.
• Support MES, SAP, and shop-floor device integration initiatives to improve process traceability and operational visibility.
• Participate in Industry 4.0 and digital transformation projects involving IoT, smart devices, and connected manufacturing systems.
• Contribute to safety improvement initiatives through risk assessments, ergonomic studies, and implementation of safety controls.
• Support deployment of digital safety technologies such as vision systems, interlocks, and process monitoring solutions.
• Design and develop assembly fixtures, jigs, gauges, work-holding devices, poka-yoke solutions, and ergonomic tooling to support safe and efficient manufacturing operations.
• Participate in prototype development, validation, and implementation of assembly tooling and fixtures.
• Work closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders to procure, manufacture, install, and commission tooling solutions.
• Ensure tooling designs comply with safety, ergonomics, quality, and Caterpillar manufacturing standards.
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action activities to improve safety, quality, and process reliability.
• Drive continuous improvement and waste reduction initiatives using Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Assist in the design, procurement, installation, and commissioning of tooling, fixtures, gauges, and manufacturing equipment.
• Support implementation of low-cost automation and mistake-proofing (Poka-Yoke) solutions.
• Contribute to evaluation of new technologies and preparation of business cases for process improvements.
• Monitor equipment performance and support troubleshooting activities.
• Support factory layout modifications and workstation improvements to enhance safety, productivity, and material flow.
• Assist in capacity analysis, line balancing, and space optimization initiatives.
• Participate in manufacturing process improvement projects aimed at reducing cycle time and improving efficiency.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
• 4 to 6 years of manufacturing engineering or production engineering experience.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, assembly operations, and industrial engineering principles.
• Experience with CAD tools such as CREO and AutoCAD.
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Knowledge of data analysis, root cause analysis, and problem-solving techniques.
• Familiarity with SAP ERP, MES, or manufacturing information systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel and Power BI.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to AI-based manufacturing applications, machine vision systems, or digital manufacturing technologies.
• Experience with IoT, Industry 4.0, automation, robotics, or smart factory initiatives.
• Understanding of engine assembly, testing, leak testing, or torque-controlled assembly processes.
• Exposure to APQP, PFMEA, and manufacturing process validation activities.
• Knowledge of low-cost automation and productivity improvement projects.

Key Competencies

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