Career Area: ManufacturingJob 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.Job Summary:Serves as the technical bridge between engineering, manufacturing, quality, procurement (suppliers) and operational teams.
Their primary responsibility is to ensure the successful transition of products from design to production while optimizing quality, cost, delivery, and manufacturability.
This role is also responsible for providing timely engineering dispositions for non‐conforming products, resolving production issues, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring compliance with applicable engineering, quality, and regulatory requirements.Responsibilities:Provide technical support to manufacturing operations by evaluating and resolving product, process, and production‐related issues to minimize disruptions and maintain operational efficiency.Review, analyze, and disposition non‐conforming products and materials, ensuring timely resolution while maintaining compliance with engineering, quality, and regulatory standards.Collaborate with design engineering, manufacturing, quality, procurement, and supplier teams to facilitate the successful introduction and transition of new products into production.Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions to address manufacturing defects, quality concerns, and process inefficiencies.Evaluate engineering changes, product designs,



technical drawings, CAD models, and specifications to ensure manufacturability and compliance with established standards.Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, cost reduction, waste elimination, and process optimization.Support suppliers and internal stakeholders in resolving technical issues related to components, assemblies, manufacturing processes, and product performance.Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, engineering records, process instructions, and technical reports to support production requirements.Ensure adherence to applicable engineering standards, GD&T; requirements, quality management systems, and regulatory compliance expectations.Partner with cross‐functional teams to identify risks, prioritize technical issues, and implement effective solutions that support business objectives and customer requirements.Analyze manufacturing and quality performance data to identify trends, recommend improvements, and support informed decision‐making.Provide technical guidance and influence stakeholders across functions to achieve alignment, resolve conflicts, and drive timely project execution.Education requirementsBachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline.




Intermediate-Advanced English level is required.Candidates must have skillsEngineering - MFGStrong engineering fundamentals (Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering)Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and product developmentKnowledge of manufacturing processesAbility to read technical drawings, CAD models, and Engineering StandardsGD&T; knowledge (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)Familiarity with quality systems and regulatory requirementsBackground supporting engineering activities in a manufacturing environmentSupporting engineering activities related to manufacturing processes and production operationsManufacturing ProcessesStrong understanding of manufacturing processes and product developmentKnowledge of manufacturing processesEngineering problem‐solving and root cause analysis related to production processesFamiliarity with process controls, quality requirements, and continuous improvement practicesDecision Making and Critical ThinkingProblem Solving and Critical ThinkingEngineering problem‐solving and root cause analysisAbility to evaluate alternatives, identify risks, and make data‐driven decisionsAnalytical approach to resolving manufacturing and product‐related issuesEffective CommunicationsExcellent verbal and written communicationExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsInfluencing and NegotiationEmotional IntelligenceConflict ResolutionTime Management and PrioritizationAbility to collaborate effectively across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and operations teamsTop Candidates May HaveWorking knowledge using Teamcenter Creo software.Power Bi skillsAdditional information:Location: Santa Catarina, Nuevo Leon (On‐Site 100%)Schedule: Monday to Friday 6:24am - 5pm, (subject to changes; availability for shift changes, weekend coverage: one weekend per month based on staff rotation).

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