Manufacturing Engineer-4

Caterpillar Inc.; Thiruvallur District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. seeks a skilled professional to join its global RIOP improvement team, focusing on safety, automation and best-practice replication across facilities, with up to 30% travel.

You will own and evolve divisional AI dashboards, drive dashboard improvements, deploy safety-focused digital applications and predictive monitoring tools, and deliver scalable AI and autonomous solutions across eight RI facilities.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent experience required.
• Automation/automation integration knowledge is a plus.
• Ergonomics and industrial safety certifications also considered.

Responsibilities

• Create, maintain and own divisional AI dashboards.
• Continuous improvement of dashboards and analytics.
• Support development and deployment of safety-focused digital applications and predictive monitoring tools.
• Provide reusable digital, AI and autonomous solutions scalable across 8 global RI facilities.

Skills

Advanced analytics

AI deployment

Digital safety systems

Simulation technologies

Dashboard development

Automation & AI

Global travel readiness

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Automation/automation integration

Ergonomics

Industrial safety

Job description

Job Description:

Career Area:

Manufacturing

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you'rejoining 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'tjust 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 Opportunity

In this role you’ll be part of a global team focused on execution of RIOP continuous improvement projects, focused on safety, automation and replication of best practices across all RIOP facilities.

This role will work across all RIOP facilities to provide hands‑on support and guidance on all aspects of production, costs, quality, compliance to safety guidelines requirements for manufacturing. Staying abreast of manufacturing innovation through new technologies and modern manufacturing processes will be key to support deployment AI and Automation solutions across the facilities.

This role requires strong project management, effective collaboration and coaching to lead the effective planning and delivery of projects.

Travel to RIOP facilities to lead and/or support execution of these activities, will be a significant portion of the role, with up to 30% travel required. When not traveling to other RIOP facilities to support network projects, this role will be focused on continuous improvement projects at their home facility.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Create Maintain and own divisional AI dashboards

• Continuous improvement in dashboards and advancements

• Support development and deployment of safety focused digital applications and predictive monitoring tools

• Provide Reusable digital, AI and Autonomous solutions that can be scaled across the 8 global RI facilities

Degree Requirement

Engineering Degree or equivalent experience desired.

Degree or certification in automation/automation integration, ergonomics, industrial safety also considered.

Skill Descriptors

Manufacturing Safety: Knowledge of manufacturing safety; ability to identify work-related hazards and perform necessary activities to meet regulatory requirements for the safety and protection of workers, environment and site.

Decision Making: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.

Manufacturing Equipment: Knowledge of the electrical, mechanical and logistics equipment used in manufacturing; ability to safely operate, maintain, update and store them.

Manufacturing Processes: Knowledge of existing product manufacturing methods, technologies and processes; ability to execute, plan, manage and monitor the entire manufacturing process.

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

Top Candidates will have

• Expert in transforming manufacturing data into strategic business value through advanced analytics and reporting.

• Experienced in deploying cutting‑edge AI solutions that revolutionize shop floor performance and operational efficiency.

• Knowledgeable in digital safety systems that create connected, proactive, and safer manufacturing environments.

• Skilled in applying simulation technologies to solve complex manufacturing challenges before they occur.

• Adept at building powerful dashboards that provide real‑time performance insights and support informed decision‑making.

• Enthusiastic about leveraging automation and artificial intelligence to shape the future of manufacturing.

• Open to and flexible with global travel.

What You Will Get

We look forward to welcoming the successful candidate to our dynamic, diverse, and friendly team. We have a culture of openness, autonomy, support, and personal development as well as a continuous drive for improvement.

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 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.

This position requires working onsite five days a week.Relocation is available for this position.Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

September 15, 2026 - September 22, 2026

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