Quality Engineer - Metrology

Caterpillar Inc.; Pontiac (IL); Sur place; USD 98 000 - 146 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with company match

HSA and FSAs

Résumé du poste

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Metrology Quality Engineer for our Pontiac, IL facility.

You will develop and maintain measurement methods for CMMs, optical systems, and other advanced metrology technologies, ensuring Built-In Quality and defect prevention. You will collaborate across Quality, Manufacturing, Operations, and Supplier Quality to analyze measurement data, support RCCA investigations, and implement measurement improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Metrology, Manufacturing, Quality, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience with metrology methods, gauge strategies, and BIQ concepts is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T, MSA tools, and statistical analysis is required.

Responsabilités

• Develop and implement metrology best practices to reduce variation and improve measurement capability.
• Lead MSA activities including Gage R&R, bias, linearity, and stability studies.
• Provide technical leadership for GD&T interpretation and measurement data credibility.
• Support audits and maintain metrology procedures, standards, and calibration requirements.
• Collaborate with Quality, Manufacturing, Operations, and Supplier Quality teams to drive continuous improvement.

Connaissances

Metrology

Quality engineering

MSA (Measurement System Analysis)

Gage R&R

CMM

GD&T

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Metrology/Manufacturing

Outils

CMMs

Optical measurement systems

Vision systems

Surface roughness equipment

Description du poste

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.

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 Definition

The Metrology Quality Engineer performs advanced metrology, measurement systems analysis, and quality engineering activities to ensure the accuracy, capability, and integrity of measurement systems used to verify materials, processes, and products. Develops, implements, and maintains measurement methods, gauge strategies, and metrology standards that support Built-In Quality (BIQ), defect prevention, and customer satisfaction.

What You Will Do

• Work in a team environment to develop and implement metrology best practices that emphasize defect prevention, reduction in variation, measurement system capability, and continuous improvement in meeting customer requirements.
• Develop, validate, and maintain measurement methods and programs for coordinate measuring machines (CMMs), optical systems, surface roughness equipment, vision systems, and other advanced metrology technologies.
• Conduct Measurement System Analysis (MSA) activities including Gage R&R, bias, linearity, stability, and correlation studies to ensure measurement systems are capable and fit for purpose.
• Lead gauge correlation activities between production, supplier, laboratory, and customer measurement systems to establish measurement alignment and data credibility.
• Analyze measurement‑related non‑conformance data and provide technical guidance to Quality, Manufacturing, Operations, and Supplier Quality teams.
• Support Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations by serving as the technical authority on measurement methods, measurement error, and acceptance criteria.
• Participate in and provide technical support for internal, external, supplier, and customer audits related to metrology systems, measurement controls, and quality management requirements.
• Develop and maintain metrology procedures, work instructions, standards, calibration requirements, and quality system documentation.
• Evaluate emerging measurement technologies and support capital equipment justification, purchasing decisions, and implementation plans.
• Provide technical leadership for interpretation of dimensional, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), surface finish, and other product characteristics requiring advanced measurement techniques.

Degree Requirement

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Metrology, Manufacturing, Quality, or related technical field, or equivalent experience.

What Skills You Have

Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.

Collaborating

• Demonstrates experience working across Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations, and Supplier Quality organizations.
• Facilitates measurement reviews and technical discussions to reach alignment on measurement strategies and acceptance criteria.
• Assists in communicating measurement system risks and opportunities with diverse audiences.
• Promotes collaboration across facilities, suppliers, and customers to improve measurement consistency.
• Supports business objectives through effective cross-functional problem solving and technical leadership.

Decision Making and Critical Thinking

• Applies measurement science principles to evaluate and select appropriate measurement methods.
• Analyzes measurement capability and risk prior to implementing measurement systems.
• Identifies potential measurement‑related failure modes and recommends practical solutions.
• Uses data‑driven analysis to determine measurement suitability and acceptance criteria.
• Demonstrates sound judgment when resolving conflicting measurement results and technical disagreements.

Flexibility and Adaptability

• Adapts effectively to evolving metrology technologies, product requirements, and manufacturing processes.
• Demonstrates willingness to evaluate and implement new measurement approaches.
• Remains effective when balancing multiple priorities and changing business needs.
• Supports continuous improvement initiatives that challenge existing measurement practices.
• Embraces technical learning opportunities to expand metrology expertise.

Problem Solving

• Investigates measurement‑related issues using structured problem‑solving methods.
• Identifies root causes of measurement variation, correlation failures, and gauge performance concerns.
• Develops and evaluates alternative measurement strategies based on technical and business requirements.
• Assess risks and benefits of proposed measurement solutions.
• Applies statistical analysis, MSA tools, and technical diagnostic methods to drive decision making.

Project Management

• Manages metrology‑related projects from planning through implementation and validation.
• Coordinates MSA studies, gauge implementation activities, and technology deployment projects.
• Defines project objectives, deliverables, schedules, and resource requirements.
• Monitors project milestones and communicates status to stakeholders.
• Supports capital equipment projects and metrology laboratory improvement initiatives.

Quality Management System (QMS)

• Applies QMS requirements to measurement systems, calibration programs, and metrology procedures.
• Maintains documentation supporting measurement methods, validation activities, and audit compliance.
• Analyzes quality indicators and metrics associated with measurement system performance.
• Ensures compliance with applicable customer, industry, and corporate quality requirements.
• Supports continuous improvement of measurement‑related quality system processes.

Metrology and Measurement Systems

• Demonstrates proficiency with CMMs, optical measurement systems, vision systems, surface roughness equipment, and other advanced metrology technologies.
• Conducts Gage R&R, bias, linearity, stability, and correlation studies.
• Understands GD&T principles and their application to measurement strategy development.
• Evaluates measurement uncertainty and its impact on product acceptance decisions.
• Serves as a technical resource for measurement method selection, gauge strategy, and data credibility.

Top Candidates May Also Have

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) and/or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA).
• ISO/IATF 16949 quality management systems experience.
• Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt Certification.

Position Information

• This position requires the selected candidate to work on-site five days a week in the Pontiac, IL facility.
• Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position.
• Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

Summary Pay Range

$97,530.00 - $146,290.00

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

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates

October 13, 2026 - October 27, 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.