Digital Transformation & Automation Engineer

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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.

Key Job Duties

• Lead digital transformation initiatives across manufacturing operations to improve productivity, quality, and decision-making.
• Develop and deploy digital solutions, dashboards, and automated workflows to enhance operational visibility and efficiency.
• Utilize data analytics and AI technologies to identify improvement opportunities and solve business problems and support data-driven decision-making.
• Lead automation projects including equipment upgrades, robotics implementation, process automation, and labor efficiency improvement initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement projects using Lean methodologies such as VSM, Kaizen, 5S, and SMED.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Production, and IT teams to implement sustainable process improvements and digital innovations.
• Track operational KPIs and present project results, business benefits, and future opportunities to management.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Automation, Information Technology, Data Analytics, or related fields.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in manufacturing, digital transformation, process improvement, or automation projects.
• Familiarity with data visualization and automation tools (Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate, SQL etc.).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in manufacturing automation, digital transformation, AI applications, and data-driven business improvements.
• Hands-on experience in manufacturing automation projects, equipment integration, robotics, PLC/HMI systems, or process automation is preferred.
• Strong ownership mindset with the ability to identify opportunities, develop solutions, and drive implementation independently.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, manage ambiguity, and consistently deliver results under pressure.
• Good communication, presentation, and project management skills.
• Good English reading and writing skills for technical documentation.

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

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