**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. Caterpillar Global Mining is currently seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer focused on CNC machining processes and programming at its South Milwaukee, WI facility. In this role you will have an opportunity to provide the technical expertise necessary to design, develop, and implement complex machining operations and support of production activities on sophisticated machines and related equipment. **What you will do:** + Develop and maintain manufacturing processes to safely and efficiently machine components used on Caterpillar’s large mining equipment. + Creation of CNC programs to machine complex parts on machining and turning centers up to 5 axis and support of validation and prove out activities. + Create manufacturing operation specifications and supporting documents such as standard operation procedures and work instructions, machine setup drawings, cutting tool specifications, and production cycle time and manufacturing rate process sheets. + Provide technical support to production CNC machining and gear cutting operations and personnel. + Design and specification of complex work holding, jigs, and fixtures. + Lead problem solving and root cause analysis investigations to address operational issues including: ergonomic/safety risks, quality concerns, manufacturing efficiency and cost savings improvements, and process bottlenecks. + Provide technical support for manufacturing quality control and ISO compliance certifications. + Coordinate and manage outside vendors and suppliers to ensure cost effective, quality service and products are provided. + Assist in the investigation and justification of the purchase of new software, machinery, tooling, and related equipment to ensure the latest technology and manufacturing practices are being utilized to improve operations and support activities. **Top Candidates will also have:** + Degree or equivalent experience desired + Thorough knowledge of CNC machining and turning operations up to 5 axis including milling, turning, drilling, tapping, boring. + Demonstrated ability of offline CNC programming and machining simulation. + Experience using a CAD/CAM software package. Preferably GibbsCam, NXCam, and Vericut. + 3D modelling experience using CAD software package. Preferably Creo/ProE or Solidworks. + Knowledge of various machining cutting tool technologies.. + Thorough knowledge of lean manufacturing concepts and principles. + Experience using business ERP software and systems. Preferably SAP. + Good written and oral communication skills. **What Skills you will have:** **Decision Making and Critical Thinking:** • Differentiates assumptions, perspectives, and historical frameworks. • Evaluates past decisions for insights to improve decision-making process. • Assesses and validates decision options and points and predicts their potential impact. • Advises others in analyzing and synthesizing relevant data and assessing alternatives. • Uses effective decision-making approaches such as consultative, command, or consensus. • Ensures that assumptions and received wisdom are objectively analyzed in decisions. **Manufacturing Processes:** • Advises others using industry experience and benchmarks for methodology effectiveness. • Develops best practices documentation for all major activities and tasks. • Trains others on all major tasks and considerations for the full manufacturing process. • Participates in measuring and monitoring new processes and technologies. • Selects and optimizes specific methodologies for specific products. • Evaluates benefits, drawbacks and appropriateness of alternative processes and technologies. **Manufacturing Safety:** • Consults on the use of new tools and techniques for safety protection. • Performs safety inspections to assure compliance with OSHA requirements. • Designs and implements emergency response processes and procedures. • Promotes workplace safety among supervisors and workers; communicates safety rules and regulations. • Assesses and reports unusual or new safety hazards or violations; initiates corrective action. • Ensures that all employees and contractors comply with relevant safety policies and regulations. **Manufacturing Standards, Procedures and Policies:** • Consults on development and implementation of cross-functional standards. • Participates in the development of organizational policies and practices. • Develops and uses control and monitoring mechanisms for adherence. • Collaborates with other functions on establishing and documenting joint standards. • Participates in defining architectural principles and standards for organization. • Ensures communication vehicles are effectively informing affected areas and employees. **Problem Management Process - MFG:** • Uses a specific discipline or approach to problem solving and resolution. • Records common problems and associated resolution alternatives. • Monitors problem resolution and provides feedback to customer. • Implements the established procedures for handling non-standard or unusual problems. • Works with features of problem reporting and tracking software. **Additional Information:** The primary location for this position is South Milwaukee, WI. Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position. This position may require 5-10% travel for training or other Caterpillar site visit or activities. Sponsorship is **not** available. **Summary Pay Range:** $87,480.00 - $131,280.00 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 **Posting Dates:** February 27, 2025 - March 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) .