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.

Job Description:

As a Facility Welding & Robotics Manager you will provide technical expertise, guidance, and ownership of all welding-related activities and serves as an enterprise resource for welding-related activities. Participates in the design, development, implementation and troubleshooting of robotic fabrication systems.

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

• Completing and maintaining all aspects of the weld quality plan including welding personnel, weld process, weld equipment, and welding materials qualifications to Caterpillar Inc. standards.
• Leading cross-functional teams and performing as the recognized expert resource in engineering and manufacturing. Serving as technical leader for all new product introduction teams and technology initiatives.
• Serving as liaison between engineering and manufacturing on welding related issues and main point of contact for all new product introduction teams and technology initiatives.
• Partnering with fabrication suppliers on welding related issues to ensure the most efficient and cost-effective systems or operations to produce quality products.
• Debugging and troubleshooting robotic fabrication systems; automating all the aspects of robotics processes to ensure effective operation.

Top Candidates Will Have:

• Experience working in manufacturing preferred
• Experience with fabrication/welding and robotics preferred

What Skills you will have:

Quality Management: Knowledge of quality management methods, tools, and techniques and ability to create and support an environment that meets the quality goals of the organization.

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.

Metal Fabrication: Knowledge of metal fabrication and installation standards and specifications; ability to assemble and fabricate metal structures.

Robotics/Computer Controlled Machinery: Knowledge of robotics technologies and computer controlled machinery; ability to implement and operate robotics and computer controlled machinery in an automated manufacturing environment.

Production Systems Operation: Knowledge of a full spectrum of production system operation activities and tools; ability to utilize various techniques to operate equipment and systems involved in the production of deliverables.

Welding - MFG: Knowledge of welding methods, processes and techniques within a manufacturing facility; ability to use tools and equipment to weld relevant components and fill seams and holes as required.

Additional Information:

• The primary location for this position is East Peoria, IL (LL)
• Domestic relocation assistance is available
• Travel will be up to 5%
• Visa sponsorship is NOT available

Summary Pay Range:

$126,000.00 - $189,000.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

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

Posting Dates:

July 11, 2025 - July 24, 2025

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.

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