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.

FACILITIES ENGINEER

Relocation Assistance Available

Lafayette, Indiana

CATERPILLAR - WE BUILD WHAT MATTERS

There’s more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. Caterpillar Large Power Systems Division (LPSD) designs and manufactures diesel, gas and reman, ranging from 400 kilowatts to 15 megawatts of power, and the key engine systems such as fuel, air, aftertreatment and cooling which are used to power oil & gas, electric power, marine, rail, and Cat machine applications around the world.

The Large Power Systems Division has a Facilities Engineer 3 position located at Lafayette, IN facility. In this role, you will have an opportunity to provide the technical expertise, leadership and guidance to ensure the economical design, construction, installation and maintenance of assigned service systems. Facilities and equipment, and other large-scope projects associated with Plant Engineering responsibilities.

Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Work assignments are assigned based on specific background and major projects are divided according to individual expertise, experience and educational background. Coordination between the various disciplines is essential for successful completion of assignment. This assignment will be geared to systems integration of manufacturing equipment and the support services needed to maintain equipment and/or building operations. Intended focus will be structural including crane systems and lifting devices.

• Creating technical specifications and functional requirements for facilities related projects. Determining acceptability of new equipment based on industrial equipment specifications and recommends modification or revision as necessary.

• Adhering to established standards, policies and practices relating to quality, cost reduction, safety, hazardous materials and ergonomics in performing assigned duties.

• Maintaining standards and specifications, recommending changes to resolve design and construction problems, and writing periodic reports on the progress of projects.

• Estimating costs for equipment, materials and installation as a basis for determining the feasibility of alternatives and return on investment.

• Providing design information, reviewing and approving proposals and serving as the primary company contact.

• Approving drawings, specifying equipment and writing purchase requisitions.

• Supervising work of outside contractors.

• Acting as a troubleshooter and investigating and determining causes for failure, lack of efficiency and need for repairing or improving systems or equipment.

• Resolving problems in designing the most economical, efficient systems, deciding what or which equipment should be purchased, making recommendations and keeping up to date on technical advances in the design field.

Top Candidates Will Also Have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology Degree.

• Experience as a Plant/Facility/Project Engineer.

• Proficient in Creo 3D CAD modeling and drawing application or equivalent application (Inventor/Solidworks).

• Ability to communicate and have basic knowledge of functions performed by skilled trades personnel.

• Interpersonal, teamwork and collaboration skills.

• Ability to build strong relationships with various stakeholders.

• Understanding of shop operations and maintenance procedures as well as previous experience in a particular discipline.

• Understanding of machine tools with hands on experience.

• Project management skills / experience.

• Working knowledge of MS Project, Primavera.

• Experience in heavy machine installation and foundations.

• High degree of experience and expertise in designing and/or redesigning service systems such as heat treat equipment., material handling systems, filtration systems, paint systems, utilities for water, gas, steam, air heating, ventilation, etc.

Additional Information:

• Location of this position is in Lafayette, IN.

• Relocation assistance is available for this position.

• This position may require up to 10% travel.

Skill Descriptors

Effective Communications : Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.

Level Extensive Experience

Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.

Level Extensive Experience

Project Management: Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives.

Level Working Knowledge

Construction Engineering and Technology : Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology to the construction industry; ability to apply principles, techniques, procedures and equipment for a specific branch of engineering to the design and production of various goods and services.

Level Basic Understanding

Engineering - MFG: Knowledge of processes, techniques and methods of engineering in a manufacturing environment; ability to design and implement materials, structures, machines, devices, systems and processes that safely realize a desired objective or invention.

Level Working Knowledge

Manufacturing Standards, Procedures and Policies : Knowledge of organizational standards, procedures and policies in manufacturing activities; ability to plan, guide, and monitor manufacturing processes for compliance.

Level Working Knowledge

Plant Facilities Management : Knowledge of processes, methodologies and techniques used to manage plant facilities; ability to handle the full spectrum of activities for managing and maintaining physical facilities and infrastructure.

Level Extensive Experience

Troubleshooting Technical Problems : Knowledge of troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, detect and resolve technical problems in a manufacturing environment.

Level Extensive Experience

This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Posting Dates:

June 25, 2024 - July 7, 2024

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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