Caterpillar
Manufacturing Engineer 1
China · Work style not stated · Full time
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- EmployerCaterpillar
- LocationChina
- Work styleWork style not stated
- Employment typeFull time
- Employer posted
Career Area:
Manufacturing
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
• Responsible for assembly and testing processes for SEM axles and TTT Final Drive.
• Support the implementation of the Drivetrain Assembly modern manufacturing strategy by promoting the application of advanced tightening technology, AI-based error proofing, Pick-by-Light, and automation projects in SEM axle and TTT Final Drive assembly operations.
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• Support NPI project activities by ensuring adequate assembly process readiness during new product introduction and enabling smooth project execution.
• Lead the development of assembly and testing processes and provide daily technical support, including SWS/SWES, APQP, SFMEA, fixtures, lifting devices, and related activities.
• Drive improvements in productivity, quality, and cost by identifying opportunities in the assembly process and implementing corresponding improvement actions.
Skill Descriptors
Collaborative Automation: Knowledge of techniques and processes of collaborative automation; ability to develop and deploy solutions to automate manufacturing processes.
Level Basic Understanding:
• Describes the concepts, features, and benefits of collaborative automation.
• Discusses key considerations and issues in collaborative automation.
• Highlights the difference between collaborative robots and traditional robots.
• Lists applications of collaborative automation such as material handling, product inspection, etc.
Manufacturing Processes: Knowledge of existing product manufacturing methods, technologies and processes; ability to execute, plan, manage and monitor the entire manufacturing process.
Level Basic Understanding:
• Describes functional areas in a manufacturing facility.
• Describes the roles and responsibilities of manufacturing areas and staff.
• Identifies major phases and activities associated with a manufacturing cycle.
• Obtains and interprets high-level manufacturing flow and documentation.
Problem 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.
Level Basic Understanding:
• Explains the value of a disciplined approach to problem solving.
• Describes problem reporting and escalation practices.
• Utilizes accepted procedures for problem analysis and resolution.
• Identifies key aspects of problem-solving techniques used in own area.
This position requires working onsite five days a week.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Posting Dates:
October 10, 2026 - October 12, 2026
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply
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