Manufacturing Engineer-Automation

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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.

Role Definition

Assists with technical analysis of manufacturing processes in all aspects of production, costs, quality, compliance to safety guidelines, and environmental requirements for manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Participating in identifying and implementing enhancements and modifications to equipment and processes.
• Monitoring equipment and process reliability; identifying and addressing problem areas.
• Providing coaching and development for operations technical staff and support areas.
• Providing engineering support on planning, development, operation, and maintenance of equipment, processes, or facilities.

负责自动化生产线、机器人工作站及非标设备的导入、调试和量产支持;

负责产品工艺设计、工艺优化及标准化文件编制;

主导新产品导入（NPI）过程中的工艺规划及设备开发工作;

负责生产现场效率提升、质量改善及自动化升级项目实施;

负责自动化设备验收、产能评估及持续改善工作。

Skill Descriptors

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 organizational performance.

Lean 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.

Level Basic Understanding:

• Cites examples of benefits and risks associated with implementing lean principles.
• Describes basic tools for observing existing processes and identifying waste.
• Cites industry or company examples of successful and unsuccessful lean implementations.
• Identifies key lean principles and highlights of the lean manufacturing process.

Manufacturing Equipment: Knowledge of the machining related, electrical, mechanical, automation/smart manufacturing and logistics equipment used in manufacturing; ability to safely operate, maintain, update and store them.

• Machining process design ability, including CNC machine selection, Machining tool/fixtures design, cutting tool design/optimization, CNC programming, automation/smart manufacturing.
• Quality management tools/Methodologies: APQP, PPAP, SPC, MSA, 6 sigma, RCCA analysis ability
• Microsoft app skill: Power BI, Microsoft office apps,
• Automation and smart manufacturing design/deployment skill/experience
• Skilled on CAD and CAE software: AutoCAD, Solidworks, Creo, FEA, etc.

Manufacturing Processes: Knowledge of existing product manufacturing methods, technologies and processes; ability to execute, plan, manage and monitor the entire manufacturing process.

Level Working Knowledge:

• Assesses associated phases, activities, deliverables and processes.
• Documents relevant standards, policies and practices.
• Follows standard manufacturing processes to conduct production activities.
• Researches new technologies to be integrated into existing manufacturing process.
• Explains tools, techniques and documents used for process monitoring and control.

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.

Level Working Knowledge:

• Conducts daily maintenance and keeps tracking logs on safety equipment.
• Responds to first aid and accident situations following standard procedures.
• Inspects manufacturing working environment to find safety violations within a specific area.
• Utilizes personal protective equipment required or recommended for manufacturing staff.
• Determines appropriate action to take when unsafe conditions are encountered.

Manufacturing Standards, Procedures and Policies: Knowledge of organizational standards, procedures and policies in manufacturing activities; ability to plan, guide, and monitor manufacturing processes for compliance.

Level Working Knowledge:

• Contributes to the development and implementation of specific manufacturing procedures.
• Investigates the need to refer potential exceptions upward for review and approval.
• Explains the rationale for procedures and standards in own area of responsibility.
• Participates in the implementation of manufacturing standards and procedures to one's own function.
• Provides feedback for improvement of procedures.

技能基本要求

本科及本科以上学历优先

机械工程、机械设计制造及自动化、机械电子工程、机电一体化等相关专业或者背景;

有制造工程（ME）、自动化设备开发或工艺工程相关经验;

熟悉自动化设备开发流程及制造现场管理;

具备较强的问题分析与项目推进能力;

具备良好的沟通协调能力和团队合作精神。

优先技能

熟练掌握 Siemens S7-1200 PLC编程与调试;

熟练操作 KUKA、FANUC 工业机器人;

熟练使用 SolidWorks、Inventor、Creo、AutoCAD;

熟悉C/C++或上位机开发经验。

This position requires the candidate to work a 5-day-a-week schedule in the office.

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 nearly 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.

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