Career Area:
Manufacturing
Compensation Grade:
21
Job Title:
Manufacturing Engineer
Salary:
Competitive - depending on experience
Location:
Springvale, Belfast, Northern Ireland
Benefits:
* 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.
What You Will Do:
* 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).
* 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.
What You Will Have Working Level Knowledge Of:
* 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 organisational 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 organisational 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.
What Will Set You Apart:
* A degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical or Electrical engineering and/or relevant manufacturing experience.
* Experience and knowledge of Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing practices and/or APQP.
* Experience with assembly line balancing.
* Experience with leading RCCA investigations and implementing solutions.
* Experience with SAP or another MRP/ERP system.
* Experience in 3D CAD.
What You Will Get:
You’ll join a dynamic, diverse and creative team that values openness, autonomy, support, personal development and a continuous drive for improvement.
About Caterpillar:
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 and contributing to a reduced‑carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
Additional Information:
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