Engineering Manager- Platform, Performance, System Integration

Career Area:

Engineering

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.

Join Caterpillar Inc. and seize the opportunity to lead our esteemed Backhoe Loader (BHL) Engineering team as an Engineering Manager- Platform, Performance, System Integration . In this pivotal role, you will spearhead the direction of technical initiatives crucial to New Product Introduction (NPI), encompassing product development and ongoing production enhancements. You will also lead the BHL Performance and Integration functions that are critical to meet customer expectations. Your primary responsibilities will entail overseeing a team of accomplished engineers, ensuring seamless coordination, and driving excellence across all engineering endeavors. Embark on a rewarding journey with us, where your expertise and leadership will drive impactful contributions to our cutting-edge projects.

What You Will Do:

• Lead and prioritize all engineering initiatives within the Platform Team, spanning NPI, quality enhancements, assembly line issues, and commercial requests, while effectively allocating resources to drive success.
• Guide and mentor team members with technical expertise to ensure the seamless delivery of NPI projects, meeting stringent functional and program requirements within stipulated timelines, budget, and quality standards.
• Oversee and champion Continuous Product Improvement (CPI) projects within the Platform Team, providing strategic direction to swiftly resolve challenges and enhance product performance.
• Oversee Machine Performance and System Integration requirements such as Linkage design & analysis, Powertrain analysis, Spec generation, electronic feature development & validation, IPV development and competitive evaluations for worldwide BHL development.
• Serve as the representative of the BHL Product Group in leadership forums for the Clayton Machine Development Center (CMDC), actively engaging in discussions concerning innovation, safety, and operational excellence.
• Maintain oversight of all legacy design controls within the BHL domain, ensuring adherence to established standards and facilitating continuous improvement.
• Foster collaboration among BHL and cross-functional teams across various facilities to foster a unified approach to design and processes within the Platform Team, driving consistency and efficiency.
• Provide proactive supervision and guidance to a global team of 8-12 engineers, offering support in daily tasks management, performance evaluations, and facilitating their professional growth and development.
• Accountable for creating and maintaining Annual Business Plan (ABP)/ budget for the team.
• Actively support the recruitment, training, and development of summer interns and Engineering Rotation & Development Program (ERDP) candidates, fostering a nurturing environment for future talent within the organization.

What You Have (Basic Qualifications):

• Education: B.S. degree in engineering
• Excellent communication skills , both verbal and written, to effectively convey technical concepts, providing leadership guidance, and facilitate collaboration among team members and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated technical excellence in engineering, with a strong understanding of product development processes, NPI, methodologies, and quality improvement techniques.
• Demonstrated proficiency in effectively managing and leading engineering teams, offering direction, mentorship, and support to foster a high-performance work environment, drive professional growth and development, and oversee successful project execution, either through direct management or indirect leadership roles.
• Proven ability to drive strategic initiatives and project execution , displaying adeptness in balancing competing priorities, optimizing resource allocation, and delivering results within challenging timelines while upholding the highest standards of quality and excellence.
• Experience working across global teams to foster collaboration, skill development and alignment towards common objectives. Demonstrated ability to understand and respect cultural differences is crucial for effective global collaboration .

Additional Info :

• Clayton, NC
• Travel 15% (International)
• Domestic relocation is available to those who qualify.
• Visa sponsorship is not available.
• ISE assignments are not available.

What You Will Get:

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.

Here you earn more than just a salary because we value your performance. We offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits [medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401(k)] along with the potential of an annual bonus.

Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date).

About Caterpillar:

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.

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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:

April 17, 2024 - April 30, 2024

Any 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.

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