Manufacturing Engineer

Net2Source (N2S); Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 44,083 - 48,216; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer 3 in Lafayette, IN to ensure process efficiency and drive improvements. You will work closely with technicians to enhance productivity and quality. The role requires strong technical skills, including experience with gage and torque tools, and an education background in engineering. This contract position offers a competitive pay rate of $32.00/hr - $35.00/hr.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience with an Associate Degree, or 5-7 years with a Bachelor's, or 3-5 years with a Master's.
• Must have hands-on experience with gage and torque tooling.

Responsibilities

• Identify and resolve issues in the manufacturing process.
• Develop and maintain assembly processes and work instructions.
• Conduct method audits and document results.
• Collaborate with shop floor technicians to implement solutions.

Skills

Strong blueprint/drawing reading capability

Hands-on experience with gage and torque tools

Control plan knowledge and execution

Ability to conduct method audits

Skilled in identifying documentation errors

Education

Associate Degree with 10+ years of experience

Bachelor’s Degree with 5–7 years of experience

Master’s Degree with 3–5 years of experience

Tools

Gage and torque tools

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer 3 to join Caterpillar’s team in Lafayette, IN. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring manufacturing process efficiency, driving process improvements, and supporting shop floor operations. You will work closely with technicians, identify process gaps, and develop solutions to improve productivity and quality.

Base pay range

$32.00/hr - $35.00/hr

Responsibilities

• Identify and resolve issues in the manufacturing process.
• Develop and maintain assembly processes and work instructions.
• Conduct planned method audits by reviewing documentation and observing shop floor personnel.
• Detect and document potential deficiencies in processes and ensure corrective actions are followed through.
• Support control plan execution and ensure compliance to standards.
• Review and interpret blueprints/drawings to support manufacturing activities.
• Provide technical support on gage and torque tooling (fixture gages, quick wrenches, transducer tools).
• Collaborate with shop floor technicians and operations teams to implement solutions quickly and effectively.

Required Qualifications

• Education & Experience:
• Associate Degree with 10+ years of experience, OR
• Bachelor’s Degree with 5–7 years of experience (preferred), OR
• Master’s Degree with 3–5 years of experience.

Technical Skills

• Strong blueprint/drawing reading capability.
• Hands-on experience with gage and torque tools.
• Control plan knowledge and execution.
• Ability to conduct method audits and document results.
• Skilled in identifying documentation errors and resolving them quickly.

Other Details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Manufacturing
• Industries: Manufacturing