Welding Automation Project Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.

Chillicothe, IL, USA
Base: $112,710.00 - $169,060.00; bonus/equity: inc...
Onsite
Bachelor's degree in weld engineering
Automated welding system development
Robotic cell design and commissioning
This role sits at the intersection of automation engineering, welding fabrication, and manufacturing execution to drive process improvements

Job Summary

  • This role sits at the intersection of automation engineering, welding fabrication, and manufacturing execution to drive process improvements.
  • The position requires a hands-on approach with approximately 50% of time spent in the lab supporting automation activities and 50% on desk-based planning.
  • Caterpillar offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) savings plans, and domestic relocation assistance for qualified candidates.

Matching Summary

This role sits at the intersection of automation engineering, welding fabrication, and manufacturing execution to drive process improvements.

Salary

Base: $112,710.00 - $169,060.00; Bonus/Equity: Incentive bonus mentioned; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), HSA, FSA, paid time off, tuition reimbursement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in Weld Engineering
  • Automated welding system development
  • Robotic cell design and commissioning
  • New Product Introduction (NPI) support
  • Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
  • Root cause analysis for automation issues

Nice-to-have

  • Mentoring less experienced engineers
  • Cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Lean manufacturing principles application
  • Supplier relationship management
  • Technical leadership capabilities

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Weld Engineering or related field
  • Equivalent technical experience in automation and welding fabrication
  • US work authorization required; no visa sponsorship available

Work Rights

Must have US work authorization

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