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.

The Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly every element of the services value stream from procurement to design and manufacturing to distribution. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts Distribution of Cat Parts, Integrated Logistics, segment Procurement and the design and manufacture of Wear Components (Undercarriage and GET) and Maintenance Components (Seals, Tubes & Hardware, Hose & Couplings, Fluids and Filters). 

Job Summary 

The Operations Automation Specialist leads and participates in the design, development, implementation and troubleshooting of automated industrial manufacturing systems. 

Additional Information 

This position is located in East Peoria, IL and does not offer relocation 

15% or less travel is expected with this role 

What You Will Do 

Leading projects to deploy automated systems; providing subject matter expertise for programming, debugging and troubleshooting robotic and automated systems 

Serving as subject matter expert for automated system applications; maintains the standards and documentation for automated system applications 

Participating in identifying and implementing enhancements and modifications to existing equipment and processes 

Providing engineering support on planning, development, operation, and maintenance of equipment, processes, or facilities 

Providing technical expertise and guidance in major manufacturing projects, working with internal/external suppliers to support/improve manufacturing productivity and cost effectiveness 

Implementing major systems and the coordination of those systems with the total plant 

Championing and leading the modernization of assembly, components and logistics manufacturing process through automated process development and improved manufacturing controls 

Communicating with suppliers to analyze their current or proposed product/process designs to determine feasibility of using existing designs or modifying the designs to improve process and/or product 

Improving space utilization in manufacturing spaces 

Creating and maintaining value stream maps, SFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, and Operational documentation 

Developing and implementing processes in line with Caterpillar standard processes 

Evaluating projects and prepare feasibility studies to define desired results, assess value proposition and determine project plans 

Implementing automated material storage solutions and AGV’s into an existing production environment 

What You Have 

Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations. 

Vendor/Supplier Management: Knowledge of external provider management processes and ability to effectively manage the business relationship with external providers (e.g., vendors, service providers, contractors, consultants, and suppliers). 

Knowledge of Robotics: Knowledge of designing, programming, and operating robots for various applications; ability to utilize programming languages and robotics knowledge to automate the necessary operations of the organization. 

Industrial Automation/Automatic Control: Knowledge of various industrial automatic control systems, processes and methodologies in a manufacturing environment; ability to design, implement and maintain automatic production systems/processes to improve productivity and efficiency, as well as minimize human intervention. 

Operations Standards, Procedures and Policies: Knowledge of organizational standards, procedures and policies in manufacturing activities; ability to plan, guide, and monitor manufacturing processes for compliance. 

What Will Set You Apart 

Bachelor’s degree in electrical, manufacturing, mechanical engineering or related field

Project Administration: Knowledge of project administration best practices and ability to use organizational strategies, practices and tools for administering projects. Past project management experience

Quality Management: Knowledge of quality management methods, tools, and techniques and ability to create and support an environment that meets the quality goals of the organization

Experience integrating robots such as, FANUC, ABB and/or KUKA, into assembly or machine tending type processes / systems.

Certified RMF (Robotics in Manufacturing Fundamentals) through SME (Society of Manufacturing Engineers) 

Experience integrating AGV’s, automating material flow / storage

Experience integrating cobots

SAP, CAD, Microsoft Office 

Experience reading, writing, modifying PLC logic 

What You Will Get 

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world. Here you earn more than just wage, because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides: 

Competitive Base Salary  

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)  

Short and long-term disability coverage  

Life Insurance  

Paid parental leave  

Healthy Lifestyle Programs  

Employee Assistance Programs  

Voluntary Benefits (Ex. Accident, Identity Theft Protection) 

*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines. 

 

About Caterpillar 

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed. 

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.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Posting Dates:

February 4, 2025 - February 18, 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.

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