Career Area:
Manufacturing
Job Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a integral 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.
The Automation & Controls Engineer is responsible for providing technical support, maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of automated systems, industrial robots, PLCs, HMIs, and equipment associated with CNC machining centers. This position ensures equipment reliability, uptime, and operational continuity through effective problem-solving, automation initiatives, and collaboration with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance teams.
What you will do:
Provide technical support and maintenance for automated systems,



industrial robots, PLCs, HMIs, control systems, and CNC machining equipment.
Diagnose, program, and troubleshoot automated equipment to maximize system availability, reliability, and operational performance.
Lead and implement automation and continuous improvement projects focused on safety, quality, productivity, and downtime reduction.
Analyze equipment performance data and failure trends to identify improvement opportunities and increase operational efficiency.
Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance teams to optimize processes, implement standards, and improve equipment performance.
Train operators and technicians on automated systems, equipment functionality, and best practices.
Document troubleshooting activities, root cause analyses, corrective actions, and project progress.
Degree Requirement
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field required
English

📌 Automation & Controls Engineer – CNC Machining Centers (Santa Catarina)
🏢 Caterpillar
📍 Santa Catarina