Manufacturing Engineer

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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.

The roles and responsibilities of a Manufacturing Automation Engineer include, but are not limited to the following –

Manufacturing Technical Skill: -

• Create the conceptual Automation design solution for Specific product assembly process considering all standards
• Integrate robotic systems into existing manufacturing processes for enhancing Safety, Productivity and Quality
• Industrial networking and communication protocols for seamless data exchange between devices and systems
• Safety standards and regulations for ensuring automated systems operate without risk to personnel or equipment
• PLC, SCADA and Robotic Programming knowledge
• Design and develop Digital Architecture for live dashboards and process application
• Capable to design and develop assembly fixtures and jigs integrating Automation
• Project management skills
• Risk analysis & feasibility study for engineering design

Manufacturing Process: -

• Develop the complete process flow for proto, pilot and production process.
• Process control documents like SFMEA, PFD, PFMEA, CP, Work instruction
• Drives facility and process improvement metrics

Continuous Improvement & Planning: -

• Ability to identify issues and develop innovative solutions with respect to automation
• Identify, plan and deploy new strategic assembly process and Robots to enhance safety and process efficiency.
• Coordinates the current product improvements through Engineering change process management.
• Lead Automation projects related to standard hour reduction and improving process efficiency.
• Coordinates with Cross functional team for conducting the process audits and driving improvements to enhance process and product quality.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Mechanical/Production Engineering or related technical discipline

5 years overall experience with at least 3+ years in Industrial Automation projects.

Top Candidates will also have

6 Sigma Green Belt certification

Project Management Skills

Additional Information

Location – Tiruvallur

Travel – Projects based

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

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