Weld Technologist Robot Programmer

Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation; Santa Catarina; Presencial; MXN 360.000 - 600.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation in Santa Catarina, Nuevo León, hires a Weld Technologist to oversee welding across manual, automated and robotic systems, ensuring high-quality fabrication and defect troubleshooting. You will program and install industrial robots/COBOTS, including CLOOS, ABB, YASKAWA and VECTIS platforms.

A mechanical or electrical engineering degree and intermediate English are required.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, mechatronics or related field.
• Intermediate English-speaking level is required.

Responsabilidades

• Examine and resolve defects in welded workpieces using diverse tools and diagnostic methods.
• Ensure adherence to QA policies and fabrication procedures.
• Design, develop, and maintain welding processes for metal components.
• Apply expertise across manual and automated welding systems to produce high-quality structures.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.

Conocimientos

Welding methods

Robotic welding

RPA programming

QA & inspection

Process improvement

Drawings interpretation

Root cause analysis

COBOTS

Robotics integration

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or electrical/mechatronics

Herramientas

COBOTS (Vectis, Yaskawa)

CLOOS

ABB IRC5/SC4+

Wolf ABB

Vectis

Yaskawa

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.

Role Summary

The Weld Technologist oversees the manufacturing processes involved in welded structures by applying appropriate technologies, tools, and equipment. This role ensures high‑quality fabrication, troubleshooting of defects, and continuous improvement across welding operations, including manual, automated, and robotic systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Examine and resolve defects in workpieces using diverse tools, technologies, and diagnostic methods.

• Ensure strict adherence to quality assurance policies and fabrication procedures.

• Design, develop, and/or maintain manufacturing processes for welding metal components in required configurations.

• Apply expertise across manual and automated welding systems to safely and accurately produce high‑quality metal structures.

• Execute assigned projects efficiently by driving innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Program, integrate, and install industrial robots and COBOTS, including CLOOS, ABB, YASKAWA, and VECTIS platforms previous experienced required.

Degree Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related field.

• Intermediate English-speaking level is required.

Skills & Competencies

Manufacturing Processes:

• Understanding of end‑to‑end manufacturing workflows.

• Ability to optimize processes for efficiency and quality.

Metal Fabrication:

• Proficiency in metalworking techniques, weld preparation, and material handling.

Welding – MFG:

• Knowledge of welding methods, parameters, and industry standards.

• Familiarity with manual and automated welding systems.

Engineering – MFG:

• Ability to apply engineering principles to improve welding operations.

• Competence in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.

Quality Management:

• Knowledge of QA procedures, inspection methods, and corrective actions.

Problem Solving:

• Ability to identify root causes of defects and implement effective solutions.

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

Collaborative Automation:

• Hands on knowledge with COBOTS and safe human‑machine interaction. brand Vectis & Yaskawa.

Robotic Process Automation (RPA):

• Ability to program, integrate, and optimize robotic systems for welding applications.

• Brands Cloos and Wolf ABB (IRC5 y SC4+) knowledge required.

Additional Information:

• Located in Santa Catarina, Nuevo León.

• Schedule set to Monday to Friday, 6:24 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

• Availability to work weekends

• Availability to travel (10%) Nationally.

• Availability to work rotating shifts.

• Domestic relocation bonus not available.

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.

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

Posting Dates:

agosto 25, 2026 - septiembre 1, 2026

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