True Global Leader + Share Options + Bonus
With 2023 sales and revenues of $67.1 billion, 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.
Caterpillar does business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries and Energy & Transportation – and providing financing and related services through our Financial Products segment.
Role Definition
Hands-on leadership and Management of multiple HRV specific Large Structures engineering projects involving multiple functions, working with both internal and external value-chain partners.
Responsibilities
Develop Large Structures project scope to address business challenges and opportunities (PQVC). Arranges and leads Go See Act workshops for successful PD, Pilot and Pre-Production Large Structures builds. Develop Large Structures concepts for NPI, CPI with acute focus on Design for Manufacturing to improve automation efficiency throughout the supply chain (BTS, Robot, CNC machining and Paint). Coordinating resources across the businesses with product development groups, value chain and manufacturing. Overseeing project progress (PQVC); communicating status with stakeholders and participating functional areas; addressing and resolving problems. Directing project staffing; motivating and developing project team and team members. Provide effective solutions to technical challenges through strong technical competence, effectively examining implications of events and issues. Degree Requirement
Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering is highly desired. A Bachelors degree in Mechanical engineering with 10 years or more relevant work experience will be considered. Products and Services: Minimum 10 years (or more) deep understanding and demonstrated knowledge of all major aspects of RI Large Structures designs and services (Aftermarket); ability to apply this deep knowledge to multiple large structures within RI. Technical Excellence: Proficient use of CREO. Deep understanding of Large structures specific print GD&T including fixturing design for finished weldments and right level machining. Deep understanding of structural Weldments design of thick walled Castings, thick plates (25mm and above), Wear and Abrasive material specs on Work tools. Deep passion and working knowledge of BTS (Laser/Plasma/Gas 1st and 2nd Ops) to maximize Robotic automation of such structural weldments including advanced post weld treatment techniques to manage/optimize structural weight and fuel efficiency. Understanding of various application based Static/Dynamic loading of Large structures (EEF, NEEF, Linkages, Buckets, WTs, Bodies and liners, Pins/Bearings/seals and lubricants, etc.) for major RI products. Requirements Analysis: Deep expertise in Design for manufacturing, Knowledge of FEA (linear and non-linear), working knowledge of BTS/robotic/CNC programming methods, and techniques of requirement analysis; ability to elicit, analyze and record required technical functionality requirements of large structures throughout the value-chain. Influencing Through Expertise: Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to use these to deepen own expertise and impact or challenge decisions within and outside own organization. Project Management: Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives. Team Management: Knowledge of effective team building techniques; ability to form and manage effective teams. Troubleshooting Technical Problems: Knowledge of troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, detect and resolve technical problems in a manufacturing environment. Product Design and Development: Knowledge of product features; ability to design, build, and develop a new product, technology, or service from concept through to production. Employee Benefits :
Salary – We offer competitive remuneration package, including attractive bonus and share options. Parental Leave – Generous parental leave policy and you can choose how you take your leave (full pay or half pay). Diversity and Inclusion: At Caterpillar we are committed to diversity and inclusion, equal opportunity and equal outcome. Discounts: We have staff discounts across health insurance, shopping, food, health & wellbeing and travel. Global Presence: As Caterpillar is a global company, we have many career opportunities across the globe and have training and development opportunities. Additional Information:
Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, as a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of this which can be found through our employment website at
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