Operations Automation Engineer - Fabrication

Limitless Decatur; Illinois; On-site; USD 95,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Operations Automation Engineer to enhance welding processes and ensure quality manufacturing. In this role, you will lead manual and robotic welding activities, focusing on cost, quality, and safety compliance. Ideal candidates will possess strong knowledge of welding fundamentals and hands-on experience with robotic systems. Join a team dedicated to innovation and sustainability, where your expertise will contribute to building a better world. This position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance programs

Career development incentives

Qualifications

• Experience with robotic and manual welding, especially heavy plate welding.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Support and guide manual and robotic welding activities.
• Analyze and implement engineering changes through standard work instructions.

Skills

Robotic welding programming

Arc welding

Communication skills

Engineering change implementation

Tool design and cost estimation

Education

CWI certification

Tools

ABB robots

Fanuc robots

Cloos robots

Teamcenter

Creo

Microsoft O/S

Job description

Career Area:

Manufacturing

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team that cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are makers, problem solvers, and future builders 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 for all to enjoy.

Job Description:

As an Operations Automation Engineer - Fabrication, you will support and guide all manual and robotic welding activities, focusing on costs, quality, safety compliance, and environmental standards. The ideal candidate has experience with robotic and manual welding, a solid understanding of welding fundamentals and theory, and proficiency with Microsoft O/S and related applications.

Basic Qualifications

• Robotic welding programming experience
• Extensive hands-on arc welding experience, especially with heavy plate welding using GMAW process, and a strong understanding of welding processes and metallurgy
• Ability to communicate effectively with welders, operators, maintenance techs, and engineers in troubleshooting, training, and R&D activities
• Experience in analyzing and implementing engineering changes through standard work instructions
• Coordination of new machine introductions (NPI), process changes, and ensuring efficient, quality manufacturing aligned with APQP
• Support manufacturing by providing tooling, processes, and equipment, including tool design, processing, cost estimation, and layout standards

Top Candidates Will Have:

• Programming experience with ABB, Fanuc, and Cloos robots
• Offline programming skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft O/S and related applications
• Experience with Teamcenter, Creo, and visualization software
• CWI certification

Additional Skills and Knowledge:

Details on project administration, quality management, problem solving, software knowledge, troubleshooting, robotics, automation, and machinery are included in the full description. Please refer to the original for comprehensive details.

Additional Information:

The primary location for this position is Decatur, IL. Domestic relocation assistance is available. Travel requirements are approximately 5%. Sponsorship is not available.

Salary Range:

$95,640.00 - $143,520.00. Compensation varies based on multiple factors including experience, skills, location, and performance.

Benefits:

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), HSA, FSA, health programs, employee assistance, discounts, career development, incentives, disability, life insurance, parental leave, adoption benefits, tuition reimbursement, and more. Benefits for part-time employees are also available.

Posting Dates:

May 6, 2025 - May 20, 2025

Note: Employment is contingent upon passing a drug screening. EEO/AA employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

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