Manufacturing Engineer

Solar Turbines Incorporated • Gardena, CA • 1h ago

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.

Job Description :

This position provides manufacturing engineering support for Turbomachinery components manufacturing at Solar Turbines' Superior Gear facility. Responsibilities include manufacturing planning, manufacturing process continuous improvement, first article proofing, tooling/fixture design, machine selection/requisition, process/quality control, and new product design and development support. The incumbent collaborates closely with fellow manufacturing engineers, design engineering, operations, quality, supply chain, planning, and facility engineering. The position also supports Solar manufacturing execution system implementation with online manufacturing plan, standard work, production data tracking and reporting, while incorporating automation and artificial intelligence for advanced manufacturing process and inspection.

Develop detailed parts and assembly manufacturing plans and process requirements/operation instructions.

Select/design tooling, fixtures, gauges, and develop fast, accurate optical inspection process (3D scan, etc.)

Lead production quality investigation, resolution, and improvement, using statistical tools, like GR&R, SPC, and Cpk analysis

Support new product development for manufacturability.

Create overhaul parts inspection and remanufacturing plans.

Identify, develop, and implement automation and artificial intelligence tools for process and quality improvement.

Support supply chain quality resolution and improvement.

Drive continuous process improvement.

Define capital needs/requirements and procure machine and equipment.

Minimum Qualifications :

2+ years of manufacturing engineering experience.

Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering discipline or 5+ years of Machinist experience in lieu of degree.

Excellent communication, collaborative, initiative, and problem solving skills.

Willing to support production schedules, and be able to perform with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications :

Precision components manufacturing experiences, like turning/milling, and grinding

6 Sigma and Lean process training and project experiences

Working experiences with CMM, NDT, solid modelling, and machine CNC control; precision machining and CNC programming.

Knowledge and experience with MES (Manufacturing Execution System)

For any position that will require you to work two or more hours per week on average within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, please note that the Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

This position does not offer relocation and is not a remote role; position location in Gardena, CA.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Summary Pay Range:

$77,264.00 - $115,896.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

Medical, dental, and vision benefits*

Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*

401(k) savings plans*

Health Savings Account (HSA)*

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

Health Lifestyle Programs*

Employee Assistance Program*

Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

Career Development*

Incentive bonus*

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Adoption benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

These benefits also apply to part-time employees

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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