Associate Engineer (Non – Metallic Design)

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Job Requisition: Non – Metallic Design Engineer

As a Design Engineer, you will have the opportunity to learn non-metallic/plastic (thermoplastic/thermoset) design of new global products and processes and contribute to a cooperative team. In this engineering position, you will build your technical expertise while learning product development through practical application and staying abreast of innovative technology. You will also build your professional network, engage with peers, and receive guidance from mentors in the field.

What you will do:

• Perform non-metallic design and provide technical support across machine platform and system teams for non-metallic design, validation, design for manufacturing, and external supplier collaboration.
• Understand and apply knowledge of non-metallic manufacturing process which includes injection moulding, thermoforming, rotational moulding, blow moulding, compression moulding, additive manufacturing, etc.
• Actively support a prototype, pilot, or production builds relating to machine platform and system level non-metallic components
• Perform failure analysis, identify root cause, generate ideas, and propose solution to medium / complex non-metallic failures.
• Perform product and process maintenance.
• Communicate results to customers, suppliers, team members, and other business units.
• Apply knowledge of GD&T in engineering drawings & manufacturing processes.
• Daily collaboration with global engineers and regional procurement teams on prioritizing, planning, and executing of projects.

What You Have (Basic Qualifications):

• Degree requirement: Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in an accredited Engineering; Mechanical Engineering, Automobile Engineering, or Materials Science/Polymer Science Engineering.Relevant Work Experience: 4 – 8 Years
• Computer-Aided Design & Engineering: Incumbent should possess working knowledge on Creo or comparable CAD software.
• Project Management: Proven ability to perform complex assignments, prioritize workload, and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Excellent organizational, communication, and presentation skills are required. Willing and able to collaborate with international teams in various time zones.
• Product Testing: Knowledge of product testing approaches, techniques and tools; ability to design, plan and execute testing strategies and tactics to ensure product quality at all stages of manufacturing.

Level Working Knowledge:

o Describes key features and aspects of a specific testing discipline or methodology.

o Describes common errors that are uncovered by product testing.

o Cites examples of testing tools and practices currently in use.

o Names key documentation (paper, audio, video) required during the testing process.

• Design for Manufacturability (DFM): Knowledge of design for manufacturability guidelines, methodologies, and use cases; ability to use this knowledge to optimize product designs and manufacturing operations.
• Level Working Knowledge:

o Discusses the use cases, benefits, and importance of DFM.

o Explains the key DFM design principles.

o Lists the major tools and technologies used for implementing DFM methodologies.

o Locates the DFM guidelines for various types of manufacturing processes within the organization.

• Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.

Level Working Knowledge:

o Describes non-verbal behaviors that influence the interpretation of the message.

o Cites examples of effective and ineffective communications.

o Explains the importance of effective business communication.

o Speaks/writes using correct language, mechanics, and gestures.

• Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.

Level Working Knowledge:

o Names specific tools or techniques that can be used to support the analytical thinking process.

o Describes specific software applications or products used for business analytics.

o Gives examples of how analytical thinking has been used to resolve problems.

o Helps others research and learn more about business analytics tools and applications.

Top candidates will also bring:

• Incumbent should possess working knowledge on Creo or comparable CAD software.
• Good prior nonmetallic/plastic design and development industry experience.
• Requires adequate knowledge on general engineering practices and Teamcenter engineering enterprise.
• Challenges include managing their own development by continuously learning through experience and staying abreast of technology changes.

Additional Information:

• Primary Position Location: Tiruvallur, Tamil Nadu
• This position does not offer relocation assistance.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this posting.
• 10% domestic and international travel is expected

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

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