Manufacturing Engineer Manager

Manufacturing Engineer Manager – Athens, GA

Manufacturing Engineer Manager – Athens, GA. Join Caterpillar, a global team that values both the work we do and pallet relationships. Caterpillar is creating stronger, more sustainable communities through innovation and collaboration with customers worldwide. This role focuses on supporting final assembly operations for Small Track Type Tractors and Mini‑hydraulic Excavators and coordinating tooling, processes, and equipment development.

• Provide technical expertise and support for the Manufacturing Engineering Team.
• Lead planning and manufacturing engineering efforts to achieve safety goals, capacity requirements, product cost and quality commitments.
• Drive line‑balance activities, line‑side inventory strategy, part kitting strategies and other lean initiatives to optimize the assembly process.
• Manage capital projects, monitor RFI approval, spend targets, and expense budgets for smaller projects.
• Ensure the 5‑year capital plan positions Assembly teams to meet long‑term PQVC objectives.
• Coordinate installation of new machines, equipment, and process changes to deliver efficient and economical assembly line processes.
• Optimize equipment and space utilization by coordinating the layout of storage, test equipment, and other necessary areas.
• Establish standards and collaborate with shop personnel to resolve issues related to assembly and equipment.
• Supervise a work unit of managers and salaried employees, overseeing planning, scheduling, monitoring, and review of subordinates.
• Act as a liaison between Product Design Engineering and manufacturing teams.

• Decision Making & Critical Thinking – strong ability to analyze situations and make productive decisions.
• Capacity Planning & Management – expertise in tools and practices to determine production demand and resource management.
• Lean Manufacturing – affine with Lean principles and ability to implement them within existing processes.
• Manufacturing Standards & Policies – knowledge of organizational standards, procedures, and compliance monitoring.
• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in final product assembly linesախտ 경험.
• 3+ years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering.
• 3+ years of experience in Logistics Engineering.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience.
• Project management experience.

Primary location:
Athens, GA.
Domestic relocation assistance is available.
Sponsorship not available.

Summary Pay Range: $97,530.00 – $

Benefits include:

• 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

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.

January 12, 2026 – January 26, 2026