Associate Engineer

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.

Definition Engineering Change Management and BOM Updates support for Large Power Systems Products (Reciprocating Engines & Gensets) Manufacturing Responsibilities Engineering support for the Change Management process to support Operations team during introduction and regular production of engines and gensets, and support resolve issues from shop floor with high velocity Perform BOM updates or changes in CBS (SAP) system at the facility per product engineering specs in coordination with Facility Change Coordination and Product Management teams Lead cross-functional reviews and meetings with facility, engineering, product management, manufacturing, materials team, and other cross functional stakeholders to drive timely resolution of ECN, BOM, and production readiness actions. Support key Change Management process steps that include - Receiving change notification requests (PACN / PLACN / EDS Notification/ Job Number), Reviewing and determining necessary change actions in the facility based on product checks, effectivity dates, etc., Implementing updates in the CBS systems following standard procedures, coordination with the Facility change coordination team and other relevant cross functional teams as required, managing further change actions to the established effective dates as required by working with the Manufacturing teams, etc. Document and maintain the change process and tools with metrics for review and support improvement opportunities Requires bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent, experience working on Power Systems Design / Development / Manufacturing processes, Proficiency in change management and tools like CBS, etc. Requires working knowledge of ProE, TeamCenter, and other design / BOM management tools, knowledge of New Product Introduction and Current product issue resolution processes Requires proficient communication and coordination skills Degree Requirement: Degree required / Preferred to have a Bachelor’s in Engineering for a Tier 1 College or University 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 Basic Understanding: • Describes alternative data-gathering techniques and tools. • Documents basic data-gathering methodologies. • Identifies the purposes of data gathering and analysis. • Identifies key objectives in gathering and analyzing data. 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 Basic Understanding: • Names specific tools or techniques that can be used to support the analytical thinking process. • Describes specific software applications or products used for business analytics. • Gives examples of how analytical thinking has been used to resolve problems. • Helps others research and learn more about business analytics tools and applications. Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment. Level Basic Understanding: • Explains characteristics and steps in an effective