Manufacturing Engineer- Welding

** Career Area:
** Manufacturing
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* 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.
** Tucson Proving Ground**, we don’t just build machines—we push the limits of innovation, durability, and performance. We’re looking for a hands-on problem solver who thrives in a dynamic environment and loves turning complex challenges into precision solutions.## ##
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* What You’ll Do:

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* ** Lead Welding Excellence:
** Own all welding‑related activities, from process development to critical weld inspections using visual and NDT methods.
* ** Master Machining & Fabrication:
** Design tooling, plan processes, and program CNC equipment for low‑volume, high‑mix projects across steel, aluminum, stainless, and non‑metallic materials.
* ** Troubleshoot:
** Solve machining and programming challenges to keep operations running smoothly.
* ** Drive Projects Forward:
** Act as a project manager ensuring quality, speed, and client satisfaction every step of the way.
** Why You’ll Love It Here:**
* ** Work on cutting‑edge prototypes and real‑world testing
** that shapes the future of Caterpillar products.
* ** Collaborate with industry‑leading experts
** in a fast‑paced, innovative environment.
* ** Enjoy the freedom to create, improve, and innovate.
*** Be part of a
** family‑oriented environment
** where people support one another and build lasting connections.
** What skills you will have:
**** Manufacturing Processes:
** Strong background in
** welding, machining,
** and
** fabrication
* * processes. (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector credential.  CNC programming experience for mills, lathes, and fabrication equipment. Proficient with 3D Modeling (Creo, Solidworks, Inventor)
** 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.

** 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.

** 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. Passion for quality and continuous improvement.

** Manufacturing Application Systems:
** Knowledge of company and industry databases and applications used in a manufacturing environment; ability to operate, maintain and update these systems.

** Manufacturing Equipment:
** Knowledge of the electrical, mechanical and logistics equipment used in manufacturing; ability to safely operate, maintain, update and store them. Foundation of Safety
** 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.
** Top candidates will have:
** Bachelor’s Degree in Weld Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering.
** Additional Information:
** The primary work location for this role is
** Tucson Proving Ground, Green Valley, AZ
** with a requirement to work
** on-site full-time
** at a Caterpillar facility.
** Domestic relocation assistance
** is available.

This position may require
** up to 10% travel**.
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* Schedule:

** Enjoy a 9/80 work schedule, providing an extra day off every other week—equivalent to 26 additional days off per year for improved work-life balance.
** Visa sponsorship, international assignments, or payroll transfers
** are
** not available
** for this role.
** Posting date: 1/23/2026 - 2/8/2026**### ###
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