Manufacturing Engineer 1

Career Area Supply Chain and Logistics 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 To open Role Definition To develop and maintain sales model product compatibility in the ERP based business process ERP supports the worldwide sales of the Machines This position is for an experienced individual contributing on assignments that are complex and challenging and begin to become strategic in nature Responsibilities The incumbent need to have considerable Machine business and Product Configuration experience Key responsibilities of this assignment are Comply with standards developed by Technical Analyst for a product configuration in ERP system Develop maintain sales model product compatibility Participate in New Product Introduction NPI groups create compatibility to all NPI products Interact with Engineering personnel to ascertain accurate and clearly defined feature or part number compatibility Interact with Pricing personnel to ensure the feature code assignment is accurate and coordinated with Pricing condition entry setup in the system Meet regular schedules for introducing the product compatibility changes to External internal users relying on configuration to meet their ordering needs Provide timely response to Local Change Coordinators Material Master Owners in coordinating changes resulting from Bill of Material synchronization and other engineering change notices Participate with team members to develop standards for the feature presentation of product compatibility The position manages the completion of its own work assignments and coordinates work with others Qualification The position requires thorough detailed knowledge of company products and product applications A detailed understanding of Product Configuration is essential Must have analytical ability and initiative be results oriented and have strong written and verbal communication skills Written and spoken fluency in English is a requirement other languages are also an asset The position typically requires a four-year college degree in Mechanical Production Manufacturing stream In addition three 3 to five 5 years of progressively responsible job-related experience and previous experience as a Product Configuration Analyst is required Incumbent initiates communication with others outside the immediate work group to work on new ideas and counsel others The ability to listen and guide others is critical to the success of this job The incumbent must have multiple application experience or the equivalent work knowledge Typical internal customers include various contacts throughout the Caterpillar worldwide and its subsidiaries These contacts include Engineering Product Group Pricing and NPI groups The position is challenged to carefully evaluate problems and review many possible solutions before selecting one option Problems may be complex and can require the incumbent to develop solutions The incumbent sets priorities and establishes a work plan in order to complete broadly defined assignments and achieve desired results Impacts key quality goals including Customer Satisfaction Continuous Improvement Timeliness Accuracy Efficiency Cost Savings Process Quality etc This position changes the way work is performed to meet quality goals for the measures stated Skill Descriptors Data Gathering Analysis Knowledge of data gathering and analysis tools techniques and processes ability to collect and synthesize data from a variety of stakeholders and sources in an objective manner to reach a conclusion goal or judgment Level Extensive Experience Advises on advanced data gathering and analysis methodologies and technologies Oversees data gathering and analysis activities within the organization Documents sources and validates the accuracy of data analysis by evaluating the pros and cons of data analysis methods used Implements procedures and policies within a data processing function Planning Tactical Strategic Knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational short term tactical 1-2 years and strategic 3-5 years planning in support of the overall business plan Level Working Knowledge Contributes to short-term operational plans Anticipates and adapts to plan changes Monitors progress of work against plan as required to meet objectives Reports variances and makes agreed-upon corrections Analytical Thinking Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems Level Extensive Experience Seeks discrepancies and inconsistencies in available information explains variances Organizes and prioritizes the sequence of steps to be taken to remedy the situation Identifies many possible causes for a problem based on prior experience and current research Quantifies the costs benefits risks and chances for success before recommending a course of action Approaches a complex problem by breaking it down into its component parts Effective Communications Understanding of effective communication concepts tools and techniques ability to effectively transmit receive and accurately interpret ideas information and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviours Level Working Knowledge Delivers helpful feedback that focuses on behaviours without offending the recipient Listens to feedback without defensiveness and uses it for own communication effectiveness Makes oral presentations and writes reports needed for own work Avoids technical jargon when inappropriate Problem Solving Knowledge of approaches tools techniques for recognizing anticipating and resolving organizational operational or process problems ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations Level Working Knowledge Identifies and documents specific problems and resolution alternatives Examines a specific problem and understands the perspective of each involved stakeholder Develops alternative techniques for assessing accuracy and relevance of information field Posting Dates October 24 2025 - November 4 2025 Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply Not ready to apply Join our