Career Area:ManufacturingJob 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.Job SummaryAs the Quality Engineer, you will develop and lead proactive quality programs through analyzing customer requirements and developing quality control processes that meet or exceed quality standards. This role will lead quality engineering efforts for NPI programs through production and will also be assigned proactive quality initiatives within the department to meet customer and company demandsWhat You Will Do:
Lead the planning and execution of quality initiatives for New Product Introduction (NPI)
Develop, implement, and monitor robust quality processes to ensure final products meet all required quality standards
Drive continuous improvement in facility compliance with CQMS by evaluating quality requirements and developing effective processes and tools
Collaborate with internal and external departments to foster a zero-defect culture across operations.
Facilitate clear and effective communication with teams and across departments to align on quality objectives
Utilize advanced data analysis tools to assess and improve product quality, ensuring alignment with company standards
Apply quality management methods, tools, and techniques to support the continuous improvement of manufacturing processes
Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) to identify and resolve quality issues, driving corrective actions and preventative measures
Lead quality reviews and provide feedback to enhance processes, ensuring alignment with both organizational goals and regulatory standards
Demonstrate advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) to analyze data and present findings
What You Will Have:
Collaborating : Possesses working knowledge of collaborative techniques, with experience participating in productive group processes. Supports communication of shared goals and promotes collaboration across diverse teams, functions, and levels to help solve business challenges
Quality Management: Demonstrates extensive experience with quality management, assurance processes (e.g., Six Sigma, ISO 9000), and applying quality management systems, and best practices to exceed standards and improve quality
Manufacturing Standards, Procedures and Policies: Strong understanding of blueprints, GD&T tolerances, and measure system analysts ensuring precision and compliance. Possesses working knowledge of manufacturing standards and procedures, with the ability to plan and monitor processes for compliance. Contributes to implementing procedures, explains their rationale, and provides feedback to enhance operational effectiveness
Root Cause Analysis (RCA): Demonstrates extensive experience in applying RCA principles to resolve complex manufacturing issues, using techniques like re-actment, developing corrective actions, and addressing recurring problems
Technical Expertise: Strong engine knowledge with skills in troubleshooting, analysis, and applying engineering principles to improve performance and processes.
What Top Candidates Will Have:
Advanced proficiency in data analysis, including the ability to collect, organize, and interpret data sets
Proficient in PowerBI for creating interactive reports and dashboards to drive insights and performance
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, quality management, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience in quality
Additional Information:
This location is in Seguin
Relocation is not offered for this position
Monday – Friday
Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.Caterpillar’s Industrial Power Systems Division (IPSD) designs, tests and manufactures 0.5 to 18L engines that not only power Caterpillar machines, but also power over 5000 other applications including Marine, Petroleum, Industrial Applications, Electric Generators, and Locomotives. Caterpillar’s company strategy includes sustainability as one of four focus areas and IPSD is engaged and actively preparing green energy solutions for the future. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, OSummary Pay Range:$95,640.00 - $143,520.00Compensation 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:Annual incentive bonus planMedical, dental, and vision coveragePaid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)401k savings planHealth savings account (HSA)Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)Disability benefitsLife InsuranceParental leaveHealthy Lifestyle ProgramsEmployee Assistance ProgramsVoluntary Benefits and Employee DiscountsTuition ReimbursementCareer DevelopmentSubject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines .Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.Posting Dates:January 28, 2025 - February 3, 2025Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .