Manager Engineering Services

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gasturbinesand diesel-electric locomotives.

We have an exciting opportunity for aManager Engineering Servicesto join our Large Power Systems team to support Caterpillar large engine production at ourKielfacility.

WhatYouWill Do:

Leadateamsupportingoperations,manufacturingandqualityprocesses,toolingandtooldesign, andequipmentneededtosuccessfullyandeconomicallyproduceassignedparts/productsinaccordancedwithengineeringspecifications.

Overseemanufacturingengineeringandqualityteamsanddeveloping/trainingthepersonnelthatperform and supporttheplantoperatingfunctions.

Leadtooldesign,assembly,manufacturingprocessing,costestimating,systemsplanning,layout,standards,andreleasing.

Supportthedevelopmentofqualityassurancestrategies,processes,guidelines,andcontrolplanswhichensurequalityandreliabilityofmanufacturedproducts.

Leadthedevelopmentandimplementationofcorrectiveactionandpreventivemeasurestoachievequalitytargets.

Investigateandaddresstrends with internal and external non-conformance.

Driveimprovementsbasedondataanalysisand reviewreportswithqualityassurance,production,management, andengineeringteamstosolvequality-relatedissues.

Managedevelopment,implementationandcontinualimprovementoftheoperatingmethods,equipment,systemsandotheroperatinginfrastructureusedtorealizeoperatinggoalsandobjectives.

Leadtheinstallationofnewmachinesandequipmentandprocesschangestoprovidethemostefficientandeconomicalmanufactureorassemblyofqualityparts.

Providethetechnicalexpertisenecessarytodesign allaspectsofproductionassembly,costs,quality,compliancetosafetyguidelines, and environmentalrequirementsformanufacturing.

Overseetheadministrationandcontinualimprovementofqualitymanagementsystems.

WhatYouHave(KeySkills/ExperienceRequired):

Manufacturing Equipment:Knowledge of the electrical, mechanical andlogisticsequipment used in manufacturing; ability to safelyoperate, maintain,updateand store them.

Manufacturing Processes:Understanding ofexisting product manufacturing methods,technologiesand processes; ability to execute, plan, manage andmonitorthe entire manufacturing process.

Manufacturing Safety:Familiarity with manufacturing safety; ability toidentifywork-related hazards and perform necessary activities to meet regulatory requirements for the safety and protection of workers,environmentand site.

Manufacturing Standards, Procedures and Policies:Strong awareness of organizational standards,proceduresand policies in manufacturing activities; ability to plan, guide, andmonitormanufacturing processes for compliance.

Quality Management System (QMS):ExpertiseinQualityManagement System's (QMS) functions, features, and capabilities; ability to design, implement, test, andmaintainQuality Management Systems to consistently meet customer requirements and regulatory compliances.

Lean Manufacturing:Knowledge ofthe philosophy,principlesand implementation approaches of lean manufacturing; ability to integrate and implement lean manufacturing philosophy into existing production and management processes.

Decision Making and Critical Thinking:Strong commandof the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.

Analytical Thinking:Solid grasp of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability todeterminethe root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.

Degreeorequivalentexperiencedesired

Very goodGerman (at least C1) andvery goodEnglish skills (at least B2).

WhatWill PutYouAhead(PreferredSkills):

PreviousExperience ofManufacturing& QualityProcesses and Procedures.

WhatYouWillGet:

Varied, responsible, and challenging tasks

Opportunity to shape the future for a newly created entity

Excellent earning opportunities according to the Caterpillar compensation system

30 daysof vacation

Company pension plan

Bicycle leasing / job ticket / wellbeing allowance

Additional Information:

We are back! This role requires being in the office five days a week.

Note-Relocationassistancemay be provided to candidates who meet the eligibility criteria.

A valid work permit or EU-25/EFTAcitizenship isrequiredfor this position.

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gasturbinesand diesel-electric locomotives. For the past 100 years,we’vebeen 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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Base Minimum Pay:

€89,785.00

Please note that salary is only one component of the total compensation and benefit package available at Caterpillar.

Posting Dates:

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

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