Facilities Engineer

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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.

What You Will Do:

This is a staff assignment involved in the improvement of the facility (utilities, water, sewer, electrical, structural and hazardous material) and the coordination of the maintenance of various manufacturing equipment. Assignments will vary based on experience and will work independently or as part of a team to resolve problems. This assignment will be geared to systems integration of manufacturing equipment and the support services needed to maintain equipment and/or building operations.

Analyses and recommends current and future systems, procedures, training and equipment needs based upon understanding and communication with users. Determines acceptability of new equipment based on industrial equipment specifications and recommends modification or revision as necessary.

Troubleshoots throughout the facility to determine the cause of failure, the lack of efficiency and the need for repair or improvement of systems or equipment. Resolves problems in design and recommends solutions to prevent recurrence of problem. Troubleshooting duties may be specific in nature based on area of expertise, but could include other disciplines.

Coordinates development of a planned maintenance program and prepares documentation to support maintenance frequency and recurring problems. Investigates problems occurring in the shop that are maintenance related and recommends solutions to alleviate the problem.

Work assignments are assigned based on specific background and major projects are divided according to individual expertise, experience and educational background. Coordination between the various disciplines is essential for successful completion of assignment. Expertise may be in electrical, computer applications, mechanical, construction, structural or environmental areas.

Determines legal requirements for hazardous wastes and air emissions and ensures that the facility is in compliance with state, federal and local laws and regulations.

Determines building requirements for utilities, water, sewer and electrical systems. Assists in the design of these systems to reflect changes in building requirements due to new equipment and/or rearrangement.

Manages outside contractors performing maintenance, repairs or changes to the facility or utility system.

Adheres to established standards, policies and practices relating to quality, cost reduction, safety, hazardous materials and ergonomics in performing assigned duties.

What Skills You Will Have:

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, Power BI, and PLC programming software.

Required Qualifications:

1.Bachelor of Engineering degree with 2 yrs relevant experience

2. Participated in or led at least two plant-wide projects.

Desired Qualifications:

Experience in PLC programming, as well as manufacturing facility and equipment operations, maintenance, and continuous improvement projects, is preferred.

Additional Information:

Willingness to undertake short-term business travel is required.

This Job Description is intended as a general guide to the job duties for this position and is intended for the purpose of establishing the specific salary grade. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive summary of all responsibilities, duties and effort required of employees assigned to this job. At the discretion of management, this description may be changed at any time to address the evolving needs of the organization. It is expressly not intended to be a comprehensive list of “essential job functions” as that term is defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Posting Dates:

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

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