Manufacturing Engineer

Career Area:
Manufacturing

Compensation Grade:
21

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: Competitive - depending on experience
Location: Springvale, Belfast, Northern Ireland

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.

About LPSD

The Large Power Systems Division (LPSD) has 12 Manufacturing Facilities and 5 Engineering Facilities globally. We deliver operational excellence in manufacturing large power systems and drivetrain components. The Springvale Facility, Belfast supplies Axles and Transmissions through the support of Supply Chain, Logistics, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Engineering, EHS and Operations Teams who align to deliver superior safety, quality, velocity and cost to our business partners.

The Opportunity:
We currently have an some exciting opportunities for a Manufacturing Engineers to join Caterpillar at the Springvale Facility in Belfast. You will have the opportunity to work with others across our organisation, and you will be directly involved, and at the heart of our business, participating on strategic projects.

At Caterpillar, you build what matters-whether it's the career you want, crucial work skills, strong relationships, or new technologies - Our work is powered by our people.

What you will do

• Line ownership with responsibilities for key KPI including Safety, Quality, Velocity and Cost.

• Lead the introduction of new products and processes (NPI)

• Conduct problem solving and hold Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations.

• Managing safety, quality and process improvements on an assembly line.

• Identify, define and implement process quality and process design steps in line with

• Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)

• 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

• 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

What you will have working level knowledge of:

• Judgment and Decision Making: Knowledge of the decision-making process; ability to carefully evaluate the impact of emerging business situations and choose the best path forward communicating actions and activities that maximize organizational performance.

• Manufacturing Equipment: Knowledge of the electrical, mechanical and logistics equipment used in manufacturing; ability to safely operate, maintain, update and store them.

• Manufacturing Processes: Knowledge of existing product manufacturing methods, technologies and processes; ability to execute, plan, manage and monitor the entire manufacturing process.

• Manufacturing Safety: Knowledge of manufacturing safety; ability to identify work-related hazards and perform necessary activities to meet regulatory requirements for the safety and protection of workers, environment and site.

• 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.

• Problem Management Process - MFG: Knowledge of manufacturing problem management processes, methodologies and techniques; ability to use a disciplined approach to bringing that problem to a successful resolution.

What Will Set You Apart:

• A degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical or Electrical engineering or/and relevant manufacturing experience.

• Experience and knowledge of Six sigma, Lean Manufacturing practices and/or APQP

• Experience with Assembly line balancing.

• Experience with leading RCCA investigations and implementing solutions.

• Experience of SAP or another MRP/ERP system.

• Experience in 3D CAD

What You Will Get

We look forward to welcoming the successful candidate to our dynamic, diverse and creative marketing team. We have a culture of openness, autonomy, support, personal development as well as a continuous drive for improvement.

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For 100 years, we've been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

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. #LI

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:
May 14, 2026 - May 29, 2026

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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