Engineer

Caterpillar Brazil; México; Presencial; MXN 900.000 - 1.200.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to act as a technical bridge between engineering, manufacturing, quality, procurement, and suppliers. The role centers on transitioning products from design to production while improving quality, cost, and manufacturability.

The position involves resolving production issues, supporting continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance with engineering and regulatory requirements in a fast-paced, on-site environment.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline is required.
• Strong foundation in manufacturing processes and product development.
• Knowledge of GD&T and reading technical drawings/cad models.
• Experience with evaluating non-conforming products and implementing CAPAs.

Responsabilidades

• Provide technical support to manufacturing operations and resolve production issues.
• Disclose disposition for non-conforming products and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, quality, procurement and suppliers for smooth product transitions to production.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to improve quality and productivity.
• Review engineering changes and ensure manufacturability and compliance with standards.

Conocimientos

Engineering - MFG

Mechanical Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Reading drawings and CAD

GD&T knowledge

Quality systems familiarity

Problem solving

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Electrical Engineering or related technical discipline

Herramientas

Teamcenter

Creo

Power BI

Descripción del empleo

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.

Job Summary:

Serves as the technical bridge between engineering, manufacturing, quality, procurement (suppliers) and operational teams. Their primary responsibility is to ensure the successful transition of products from design to production while optimizing quality, cost, delivery, and manufacturability. This role is also responsible for providing timely engineering dispositions for non‑conforming products, resolving production issues, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring compliance with applicable engineering, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support to manufacturing operations by evaluating and resolving product, process, and production‑related issues to minimize disruptions and maintain operational efficiency.
• Review, analyze, and disposition non‑conforming products and materials, ensuring timely resolution while maintaining compliance with engineering, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with design engineering, manufacturing, quality, procurement, and supplier teams to facilitate the successful introduction and transition of new products into production.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions to address manufacturing defects, quality concerns, and process inefficiencies.
• Evaluate engineering changes, product designs, technical drawings, CAD models, and specifications to ensure manufacturability and compliance with established standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, cost reduction, waste elimination, and process optimization.
• Support suppliers and internal stakeholders in resolving technical issues related to components, assemblies, manufacturing processes, and product performance.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, engineering records, process instructions, and technical reports to support production requirements.
• Ensure adherence to applicable engineering standards, GD&T requirements, quality management systems, and regulatory compliance expectations.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to identify risks, prioritize technical issues, and implement effective solutions that support business objectives and customer requirements.
• Analyze manufacturing and quality performance data to identify trends, recommend improvements, and support informed decision‑making.
• Provide technical guidance and influence stakeholders across functions to achieve alignment, resolve conflicts, and drive timely project execution.

Education requirements

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline. Intermediate-Advanced English level is required.

Candidates must have skills

• Engineering - MFG
• Strong engineering fundamentals (Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering)
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and product development
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes
• Ability to read technical drawings, CAD models, and Engineering Standards
• GD&T knowledge (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
• Familiarity with quality systems and regulatory requirements
• Background supporting engineering activities in a manufacturing environment
• Supporting engineering activities related to manufacturing processes and production operations
• Manufacturing Processes
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and product development
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes
• Engineering problem‑solving and root cause analysis related to production processes
• Familiarity with process controls, quality requirements, and continuous improvement practices
• Decision Making and Critical Thinking
• Problem Solving and Critical Thinking
• Engineering problem‑solving and root cause analysis
• Ability to evaluate alternatives, identify risks, and make data‑driven decisions
• Analytical approach to resolving manufacturing and product‑related issues
• Effective Communications
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Influencing and Negotiation
• Emotional Intelligence
• Conflict Resolution
• Time Management and Prioritization
• Ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and operations teams

Top Candidates May Have

• Working knowledge using Teamcenter Creo software.
• Power Bi skills

Additional information:

Location: Santa Catarina, Nuevo Leon (On‑Site 100%)

Schedule: Monday to Friday 6:24am - 5pm, (subject to changes; availability for shift changes, weekend coverage: one weekend per month based on staff rotation).

<15% of working time will be domestic & international travel.

Domestic relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Final details:

The Caterpillar Code of Conduct states that we will select, and place employees based on their qualifications for the job to be performed, without regard to race, religion, national origin, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age or disability. In this company we do not request pregnancy tests, nor HIV tests as requirements for employment entry, permanence or promotion.

Posting Dates:

Posting Dates: septiembre 1, 2026 - septiembre 8, 2026

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

There’s more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar. Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee’s contribution.

Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we’ve built.