Manufacturing Engineer

Reynosa - Mexico

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 20 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Career Area:

Manufacturing

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar yourejoining 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 dontjust 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 Summary

This position will be responsible of executing the day-to-day on manufacturing process support tasks for the production lines in the facility accountability to meet goals on PQVC metrics. Compliance to safety guidelines and environmental requirements for manufacturing. Manage NPI and EC aligned with APQP/PPAP.

What You Will Do

Analyze develop and improve manufacturing processes to meet safety quality velocity & cost
Identify and eliminate process inefficiencies using Lean Manufacturing tools
Lead root cause analysis and implement effective corrective and preventive actions
Support continuous improvement initiatives across production areas
Define and maintain standard work work instructions and process documentation
Monitor and improve process capability cycle time and productivity
Support new product introduction (NPI) and manufacturing process changes
Collaborate with quality production maintenance and engineering teams
Analyze production data and KPIs to drive data-based decisions
Ensure compliance with safety quality and manufacturing standards

Education requirement:

Requires a bachelors degree in industrial engineering Mechanical Engineering Materials Engineering Mechatronics Engineering or related field.

Requires English Intermediate.

What skills will you have:

Lean Manufacturing:

Solid knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and tools
Practical knowledge identifying and eliminating waste (Muda) in manufacturing processes
Ability to implement and sustain continuous improvement (Kaizen) activities
Practical knowledge with Value Stream Mapping (VSM) to improve process flow
Knowledge of standard work 5S and visual management systems
Ability to improve process efficiency productivity and cycle time
Practical knowledge supporting cost reduction and throughput improvement initiatives
Familiarity with Just-In-Time (JIT) and pull systems
Ability to train and coach operators on Lean tools and culture
Strong collaboration skills to drive Lean initiatives across departments

Manufacturing Processes:

Advanced knowledge of APQP concepts; PFMEA Control Plan SWES and MSA.
Advanced knowledge of measurement equipment and able to perform CMM report interpretation.
Knowledge of software systems: ETQ SAP Infinity AQE.
Functional knowledge to develop tooling/fixturing/templates (essential).

Manufacturing Standards Procedures and Policies:

Functional knowledge engineering drawing reading and 1E spec interpretation.
Strong Knowledge to Welding specifications interpretation
Functional knowledge welding process (essential).
Advanced understanding of Standard work instructions for operations.

Problem solving

Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills
Practical knowledge applying root cause analysis methodologies (5 Whys Ishikawa / Fishbone Pareto)
Ability to lead and participate in cross-functional problem-solving teams
Practical knowledge with continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizen PDCA DMAIC)
Capability to identify analyze and resolve manufacturing process issues effectively
Data-driven mindset with the ability to interpret process metrics and KPIs
Practical knowledge implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
Strong skills in process troubleshooting and defect reduction
Ability to document and standardize solutions to prevent recurrence
Effective communication of problems root causes and solutions to stakeholders

Additional information:

Location: Reynosa Tamaulipas MX
Schedule: Monday to Friday
This position is face-to-face.
<10% of working time will be domestic & international travel.
Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
Do not forget to include a resumé in English in your profile in Workday.

Final details:

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Posting Dates:

enero 23 2026 - enero 30 2026

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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Career Area:ManufacturingJob Description:Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar yourejoining 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 ...