Manufacturing Engineer – Sanford Advanced Manufacturing
Core
Launching a new smart manufacturing facility for compact track loaders and telehandlers, focusing on process development, automation, and production ramp-up.
Role type
Manufacturing Engineer (IC)
Builds
Compact track loaders and telehandlers
Domain
Heavy equipment manufacturing
Required skills
Manufacturing engineering principles, Project management, Process management, Robotics & computer-controlled machinery, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, PFMEA, Root cause analysis, Continuous improvement methodologies
Preferred skills
Automated welding, forming, cutting, machining, Paint process development, Assembly process development, PLCs, Machine vision, Digital production systems, Complex manufacturing environments experience
Technologies
Robotics, PLCs, Machine vision, Connected equipment, Digital production systems, Automated welding cells, Robotic application systems, Automated assembly systems
Responsibilities
Participate in facility launch activities from process planning through installation, commissioning, go-live, and ramp-up; Contribute to manufacturing process development and improvement projects in Fabrication, Paint, or Assembly; Help define and implement practical automation, robotics, and data-enabled processes; Resolve startup issues, complete root cause analysis, and support production stabilization; Analyze capacity, cycle times, material flow, and production readiness; Develop standard work, operating procedures, and training input for operations teams. (via careerplan.io/jobs/R0000397840-manufacturing-engineer-sanford-advanced-manufacturing-at-cat)
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC