Lead Manufacturing Process Engineer - NPI & Lean

Caterpillar Brazil; Torreón; On-site; MXN 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Caterpillar Torreon is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer 2 to lead a team of process engineers in designing and implementing new manufacturing processes for growth, while maintaining PQVC-driven production performance. This role involves coordinating layouts, tooling communication, ABC costing, and CAPEX management to deliver cost-effective, high-quality manufacturing solutions.

The candidate will drive continuous improvement initiatives, support NPI and NSI programs, and ensure efficient use of

Qualifications

• University degree in manufacturing or engineering field with relevant experience.
• Five+ years in manufacturing, knowledge of welding, lean practices, and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead a group of manufacturing process engineers to design and implement new processes for NPI.
• Coordinate layout ideas for VST and new product lines; support tooling design handoffs.
• Manage ABC costing, CAPEX, and lean improvements; ensure PQVC alignment.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Engineering - MFG

Collaborative Automation

Problem Solving

Manufacturing Processes

Decision Making & Critical Thinking

Robotic Process Automation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Caterpillar Torreon is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer 2 to lead a team of process engineers in designing and implementing new manufacturing processes for growth, while maintaining PQVC-driven production performance. This role involves coordinating layouts, tooling communication, ABC costing, and CAPEX management to deliver cost-effective, high-quality manufacturing solutions.

The candidate will drive continuous improvement initiatives, support NPI and NSI programs, and ensure efficient use of