**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. 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. It’s More Than a Job, it’s a Career - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wf0PVJdUOWo) Caterpillar is seeking an Automation Manufacturing Engineer in Clayton, NC. In this role, you will provide technical expertise necessary to design all aspects of production, costs, quality, compliance to safety guidelines, and environmental requirements for manufacturing. **What you can look forward to in this role:** + Provide daily Engineering/Technical support to factory operations. + Identify operational efficiency opportunities, scope projects, and support project proposal creation + Perform technical risk management for equipment performance of assigned projects. + Execute and support design, test, manufacture and commissioning of automated factory equipment. Utilize templates or modify PLC programs for control of automated factory equipment. + Utilize engineering software to create wiring and assembly drawings + Create/modify HMI programs to coincide with project-specific PLC programs. + Performs, assists or trains Maintenance and/or factory personnel in preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and testing of equipment. + Convert legacy PLC projects to new platforms and validate for accuracy. + Required Skills/Abilities: + Willing and able to sit or stand for prolonged periods. + Willing and able to lift to 35 lbs. + Project management experience in dealing with multiple disciplines such as contractors, consultants, engineers, end users, etc. + Electrical safety knowledge working with a range from 24-480 volts + Working knowledge of the following: + Installation, troubleshooting, and design of electrical and PLC systems. + Use of diagnostic tools including digital multi-meters and oscilloscopes. + Reading schematics and blueprints for power control and automation + Installation, troubleshooting, design and programming of automated control systems using Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s), Human Machine Interfaces (HMI’s), PC controls, and distributed processing. + Computer and software troubleshooting + PLC & HMI Software Experience including Rockwell/Allen Bradley, Siemens, AS-I, deviceWISE, Kepware, PINpoint, etc. **A successful candidate in this role will showcase their skills in:** + Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment. + Judgment and Decision Making: Knowledge of the decision-making process; ability to carefully evaluate the impact of emerging business situations and choose the best path forward communicating actions and activities that maximize organizational performance. + Lean Manufacturing: Knowledge of the philosophy, principles and implementation approaches of lean manufacturing; ability to integrate and implement lean manufacturing philosophy into existing production and management processes. + Manufacturing Equipment: Knowledge of the electrical, mechanical and logistics equipment used in manufacturing; ability to safely operate, maintain, update and store them. **Top Candidates for this position may also have:** + Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or other Technical Degree or equivalent experience + Robotics experience (Fanuc & ABB) + IT networking, wired and wireless experience + PLC and/or software certifications + Experience with AGV’s and/or autonomous vehicles + Experience with automated material handling solutions + Experience with fluid carrying systems including pneumatic, hydraulic, refrigerant, etc. **Additional Information:** The primary location for this position is Clayton, NC. Domestic relocation assistance is not available Sponsorship is not available **How we support you (Employee benefits)** Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career including the potential to advance your career into operations leadership and other advanced manufacturing positions. We offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of a very generous yearly bonus. Additional benefits include paid vacations and paid holidays (Prorated based on hire date). Safety is a top priority at Caterpillar, we provide all necessary personal protective equipment: steel toe boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, uniform shirts, and pants. **The power of everyone** At Caterpillar, we believe that each person is unique and valued. We are committed to ensuring that our workplace is diverse and representative of the many customers we serve around the globe. Different perspectives help us achieve our best work and come together to form a high performing Caterpillar team that makes positive changes in the community where we live and work. To learn more about Caterpillar please visit: www.Caterpillar.com **Summary Pay Range:** $95,640.00 - $143,520.00 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:** Annual incentive bonus plan* Medical, dental, and vision coverage Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.) 401k savings plan Health savings account (HSA) Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) Disability benefits Life Insurance Parental leave Healthy Lifestyle Programs Employee Assistance Programs Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts Tuition Reimbursement Career Development _*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines_ . **Posting Dates:** January 30, 2025 - February 13, 2025 Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen. EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .