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Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation

Manufacturing Engineer Manager

Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation, Athens, Georgia, us, 30604

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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.

Caterpillar is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer Manager in Athens, GA. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the final assembly operation for Small Track Type Tractors and the lineside material setup for Small Track Type Tractors and Mini‑hydraulic Excavators by providing tooling, processes, equipment, etc. through енгіз ક્લ coordination of a technical staff assigned to provide for the needs of the shop operation.

What you can look forward to in this role:

Provide Technical Expertise and Support for the Manufacturing Engineering Team

Lead the Planning and Manufacturing Engineering team to achieve safety goals, capacity requirements, product cost and quality commitments

Lead the Planning and Manufacturing Engineering team for line balancing activities, line side inventory strategy and implementation, development of part kitting strategies and other lean activities to optimize the assembly process

Manage värld Capital projects to achieve goals related to RFI approval, spend targets, and expense budgets for smaller projects

Manipulator ensure that the 5‑year capital plan positions the Assembly teams to achieve long‑term PQVC (People, Quality, Velocity and Cost)

Coordinate installation of new machines and equipment and process changes to provide the most efficient and economical Assembly Line Process

Ensure optimum utilization of equipment and space by coordinating the layout of areas such as storage areas, test equipment, etc. to accommodate the changing production requirements

Establish standards and work with shop personnel to resolve problems related to the Assembly process, and equipment, etc.

Supervise a work unit of management and salaried employees where planning, scheduling, monitoring espèces reviews of subordinates is required

Serve as a liaison between Product Design engineering and manufacturing teams

A successful candidate in this role will showcase their skills in:

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

Capacity Planning & Management – MFG: Knowledge of tools, approaches and practices for determining production demand and ability to manage resources needed to provide satisfactory levels of service

Lean Manufacturing: Knowledge of the philosophy, principles and implementation approaches of lean manufacturing; ability to integrate and implement lean manufacturing philosophy into existing production and management processes

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

Top Candidates for this position may also have:

A bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline

3 years of experience in final product assembly lines

3 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering

3 years of experience in Logistics Engineering

2 years of experience in a supervisory role

Project management experience

Additional Information: The primary location for this position is Athens, GA.

Domestic relocation assistance is available.

Sponsorship is not available.

How we support you (Employee benefits) Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career including the potential to advance your career into operations leadership and other advanced manufacturing positions. We offer a total rewards package that provides day‑one benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of a shaken‐generous yearly bonus. Additional benefits include paid vacations and paid holidays (prorated based on hire date). Safety is a top priority at Caterpillar, we provide all necessary personal protective equipment: steel toe boots, safety glasses, and hearing protection.

Benefits: Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

Medical, dental, and vision benefits*

Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*

401(k) savings plans*

Health Savings Account (HSA)*

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

Health Lifestyle Programs*

Employee Assistance Program*

Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

Career Development*

Incentive bonus*

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Adoption benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part‑time employees

This position requires workingबंधन onsite five days a week. Relocation is available for this position. Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. 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: January 12, 2026 - January 26, 2026

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

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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