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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.\nAssists with technical analysis of manufacturing processes in all aspects of production, costs, quality, compliance to safety guidelines, and environmental requirements for manufacturing.\nResponsibilities:\nParticipating in identifying and implementing enhancements and modifications to equipment and processes.\nMonitoring equipment and process reliability; identifying and addressing problem areas.\nProviding coaching and development for operations technical staff and support areas.\nProviding engineering support on planning, development, operation, and maintenance of equipment, processes, or facilities.\nSkill Descriptors:\nCollaborative Automation: Knowledge of techniques and processes of collaborative automation; ability to develop and deploy cobots to automate manufacturing processes.\nLevel Basic Understanding:\nDescribes the concepts, features, and benefits of collaborative automation.\nDiscusses key considerations and issues in collaborative automation.\nHighlights the difference between collaborative robots and traditional robots.\nLists applications of collaborative automation such as material handling, product inspection, etc.\nEngineering - MFG: Knowledge of processes, techniques and methods of engineering in a manufacturing environment; ability to design and implement materials, structures, machines, devices, systems and processes that safely realize a desired objective or invention.\nLevel Basic Understanding:\nDescribes where and how to obtain additional engineering information and expertise.\nExplains engineering concepts and features in a manufacturing environment.\nCites manufacturing industry or organizational examples of usage or application of engineering.\nIdentifies major initiatives, key issues and benefits of engineering in manufacturing.\n\nLean 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.\nLevel Basic Understanding:\nCites examples of benefits and risks associated with implementing lean principles.\nDescribes basic tools for observing existing processes and identifying waste.\nCites industry or company examples of successful and unsuccessful lean implementations.\nIdentifies key lean principles and highlights of the lean manufacturing process.\nManufacturing Processes: Knowledge of existing product manufacturing methods, technologies and processes; ability to execute, plan, manage and monitor the entire manufacturing process.\nLevel Basic Understanding:\nDescribes functional areas in a manufacturing facility.\nDescribes the roles and responsibilities of manufacturing areas and staff.\nIdentifies major phases and activities associated with a manufacturing cycle.\nObtains and interprets high-level manufacturing flow and documentation.\nProblem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.\nLevel Basic Understanding:\nExplains the value of a disciplined approach to problem solving.\nDescribes problem reporting and escalation practices.\nUtilizes accepted procedures for problem analysis and resolution.\nIdentifies key aspects of problem-solving techniques used in own area.\nMandatory Qualification s:\nBS Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineer or related field.\nFluent English.\n3-5 years of experience.\nPreferred Qualifications:\nKnowledge of Caterpillar Reman products\nProject Management advanced skills\nLocation Disclaimer:\nAt the time of hire, this position will be associated with Caterpillar's existing Nuevo Laredo work location. 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