Manager Facilities Engineer

Career Area: Manufacturing 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. The Engine & Genset Test Manufacturing Engineering Manager is responsible for leading the manufacturing engineering, process development, automation, test technology, capital projects, and continuous improvement functions for engine and generator set testing operations. The role ensures robust, efficient, and reliable testing processes that support production, new product introduction, quality compliance, capacity expansion, and operational excellence. This position drives engineering solutions for engine hot testing, genset load testing, emissions measurement, data acquisition systems, automation, and test facility modernization while optimizing safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.

Manufacturing Engineering Leadership • Lead Engine and Genset Test Manufacturing Engineering activities across the facility. • Develop manufacturing engineering strategies aligned with business objectives. • Establish engineering standards, testing specifications, and best practices. • Support production growth through capacity planning and technology deployment. • Drive operational excellence through process optimization and innovation. • Build a high-performance engineering organization focused on continuous improvement. ________________________________________ Engine & Genset Test Process Engineering Develop, optimize, and standardize: Engine Test Processes • Hot test operations • Engine performance verification • Fuel consumption measurement • Emissions testing • End-of-line testing • Functional validation • Durability testing processes • Troubleshooting and diagnostic processes Genset Test Processes • Load testing procedures • Electrical performance testing • Frequency and voltage regulation testing • Noise and vibration testing • Reliability validation testing • Customer acceptance testing • Final inspection and release testing Key Deliverables • Improved throughput and productivity • Reduced test cycle time • Enhanced first-pass yield • Improved equipment utilization • Standardized testing methodology • Reduced quality defects and rework ________________________________________ Test Automation & Digital Manufacturing Lead development and implementation of: • Automated test systems -PUMA • PLC-based test controls • SCADA systems • Data acquisition systems (DAQ) • Engine control integration • Genset controller integration • Digital manufacturing solutions • Real-time monitoring systems • IIoT and Industry 4.0 applications • Manufacturing analytics dashboards Responsibilities • Establish automated testing standards. • Improve test data accuracy and traceability. • Develop smart manufacturing solutions. • Drive paperless operations and digital workflows. • Support factory connectivity and data analytics initiatives. ________________________________________ Test Equipment & Facility Engineering Responsible for engineering and optimization of: • Engine dynamometers • Hydraulic dynamometer systems • Resistive and reactive load banks • Fuel systems • Cooling systems • Air intake systems • Exhaust extraction systems • Emissions measurement systems • Electrical distribution systems • High-voltage testing infrastructure • Instrumentation and sensors • Calibration systems Objectives • Increase equipment capability. • Improve test cell utilization. • Optimize facility layout and