Manufacturing Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.; North Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

Paid time off

401(k)

HSA

FSAs

Career development

Incentive bonus

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Caterpillar is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer specialized in Assembly at the North Little Rock facility in Arkansas. The role oversees the design, implementation, and maintenance of processes and tooling for assembly operations.

Responsibilities include creating work instructions, supporting NPI and continuous improvement, and driving Lean and 5S initiatives while ensuring safety and compliance with Caterpillar and OSHA standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or related discipline or equivalent technical experience.
• Technical expertise in AI, automation, and robotics with hands-on setup, diagnostics, and optimization.
• Lean manufacturing tools and methodologies applied in production environments.
• Knowledge of manufacturing safety related to automation and related processes.
• Strong critical-thinking and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain work instructions, tool lists, inspection guides, control plans, PFMEAs and SFMEAs for automation and other manufacturing processes.
• Support new product introductions and continuous improvement efforts around people, quality, velocity, and cost for assembly processes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives through Lean Manufacturing projects and 5S improvements.
• Address operational issues including ergonomics, safety, efficiency bottlenecks, and quality concerns related to automation and manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with internal and external suppliers to develop and manage projects for cost-effective systems and processes.
• Provide manufacturing technical support in process controls for assembly and other manufacturing processes.
• Monitor and improve equipment reliability by root-cause analysis and acting as the technical expert for the value stream.
• Ensure compliance with Caterpillar and OSHA standards and procedures.

Skills

Robotic Process Automation

Lean Manufacturing

Decision Making & Critical Thinking

Manufacturing Processes

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or related discipline

Tools

NX/Creo

SAP

Microsoft Office 365

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.

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer specialized in Assembly at the North Little Rock facility in Arkansas. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and maintenance of processes and tooling.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Creating and maintaining work instructions, tool lists, inspection guides, Control Plans, PFMEAs and SFMEAs for automation and other manufacturing processes.
• Support new product introductions and continuous improvement efforts around people, quality, velocity, and cost for assembly processes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives participating in Lean Manufacturing projects and 5S improvements.
• Engages in creative problem-solving to address operational issues, including ergonomics and safety, efficiency improvements, process bottlenecks, and quality concerns related to automation and other manufacturing processes.
• Works with internal and external suppliers to develop and manage projects, ensuring efficient and cost-effective systems and processes to produce quality products.
• Provide manufacturing technical support in process controls for assembly and other manufacturing processes.
• Monitor and improve equipment reliability by identifying and addressing problem areas, performing root cause analysis, and being the technical expert for the value stream.
• Ensures compliance with all manufacturing standards, procedures, and safety guidelines, including both Caterpillar and OSHA compliant procedures.

WHAT YOU WILL HAVE:

• Degree requirement: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or closely related discipline OR equivalent technical experience plus demonstrated competence of significant engineering and/or operational experience related to automation and manufacturing.
• Robotic Process Automation: Technical expertise in the latest manufacturing technologies such as AI, automation, and robotics. Hands-on experience with equipment setup, diagnostics, and optimization with the ability to develop and deploy RPA solutions.
• Lean Manufacturing: Demonstrated ability to apply lean manufacturing tools and methodologies in a production environment.
• Manufacturing Processes: Expertise in manufacturing safety related to automation, knowledge of existing product manufacturing methods and technology and the ability to execute, plan and manage the manufacturing assembly process.
• Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Strong critical-thinking and decision-making skills, with experience in evaluating options, predicting impact, and advising others.

TOP CANDIDATES’ MAY ALSO HAVE:

• Experience with 3D modeling programs (NX or Creo)
• Experience with automation of assembly processes
• Extensive knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles
• Ability to work with a diverse group of employees and customers
• Good communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Proficient with all Microsoft Office 365 products
• Experience with SAP
• Ability to analyze and interpret various types of data to make informed decisions

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• This position requires the selected candidate to work on-site five days a week in the North Little Rock, Arkansas facility
• Domestic relocation is not available
• Visa sponsorship is not available

Summary Pay Range:

$89,210.00 - $133,810.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location,job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
• 401(k) savings plans*
• Health Savings Account (HSA)*
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
• Health Lifestyle Programs*
• Employee Assistance Program*
• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
• Career Development*
• Incentive bonus*
• Disability benefits
• Life Insurance
• Parental leave
• Adoption benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part‑time employees

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

October 26, 2026 - November 9, 2026

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.