Career Area: Manufacturing Compensation Grade: 20 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. Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer Salary: £29,000 to £32,000 (depending on experience) Location: Springvale, Belfast, Northern Ireland Contract: 12 Month Fixed Term Benefits: - 25 days annual leave plus 8 Bank Holidays. - Up to 10% bonus - Contributory pension scheme - Caterpillar will double the employee's contribution, up to 6% - Contributory share scheme - Caterpillar will match 50% of the employee's contribution. - Optional flexible benefits including access to health and dental care plans, holiday purchase. Currently the Springvale Facility works 4 days per week, Monday through to Thursday as their core hours. Flexible working arrangements will be considered for this role, in-line with the needs of the business. Who is Caterpillar? What do we do? Caterpillar is a world leader in construction and mining equipment-creating innovative, cutting-edge products and services that help our customers build the world around us. With that level of impact comes the platform to care for the world, we work in. That's why we lead sustainable green initiatives to preserve the environment, help reduce poverty with the Caterpillar Foundation and stay involved in the communities we help build. What will Caterpillar do for you? From day one, you're set up to thrive at Caterpillar: helpful training, relatable mentors, global experience, competitive salary package, work-life balance and the growth opportunities you expect with a Fortune 100 company. You power our success and we are committed to empowering yours. After all, when your work can impact the entire world, it's important to do work that matters. The Advanced Components (ACM) division spans seven countries and has 5,000 employees. We deliver operational excellence in manufacturing drivetrain, hydraulic components and operator stations, producing components valued greater than $3B. The Advanced Components Manufacturing Engineering Team in the Springvale site is responsible for designing and defining the process to successfully execute the assembly, test and paint processes within the facility. The facility produces drivetrain components - Axles and Transmissions. Due to increased business requirements we have a vacancy at our Springvale facility in Belfast for a Manufacturing Engineer based in our Axle Assembly Team. Key Responsibilities: - Lead the introduction of new products and processes - Identify, define and implement process quality and process design steps in line with Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) requirements - Identify, purchase and co-ordinate the installation of tooling, equipment, machinery and capital expenditure projects - Ensure that Design for Manufacture and Assembly principles are applied through the product development process - Interface with the product group(s) & customer representatives to ensure the customer's technical requirements are translated into the manufacturing processes - Ensure new product and process implementations meet safety requirements - Ensure accurate new product costing through Bill of Materials (BOM) and routing accuracy - Co-ordinate and implement complex engineering changes - Conduct problem solving and hold Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations. Required: - A degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical or Electrical engineering with relevant manufacturing experience. - The ability to read engineering drawings - Successful candidates will be computer literate in Microsoft Office. Desired - Experience and knowledge of Six sigma, Lean Manufacturing practices and/or APQP - Experience of SAP or another MRP/ERP system. - Experience in 3D CAD - Relevant experience may include: - Introducing new products into a manufacturing environment - Project management experience; with the introduction of new products and complex engineering changes NB. The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined. Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting. Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). Posting Dates: March 19, 2025 - April 3, 2025 The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined. Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .