Manufacturing Engineer - Assembly
Caterpillar · Clayton, NC
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Base pay
- $89k–$134k
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Today
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Caterpillar (industrial) in Clayton, NC. Further, you will analyze and recommend current and future systems, procedures and equipment needs based on manufacturing requirements.
- Tools it names
- Lean, Tooling, AutoCAD, SAP
- Base pay
- $89k–$134k
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage · relocation help
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in North Carolina: typical posted base $97k–$143k. This one lists $89k–$134k.
Median of the low and high ends of 10 live postings that list pay, out of 30 manufacturing engineer openings in North Carolina, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
North Carolina plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 29 other live manufacturing postings in North Carolina.
- Base pay
- About 7% below similar roles
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $97k–$143k, from 9 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Tooling 57%
- ✓ Lean 47%
- Root cause 40%
- Automation 37%
- ✓ New product launch 33%
- Team leadership 33%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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This plant: Caterpillar in Clayton
1 other open role at this site · 4 people we found on the manufacturing team.
Full description from CaterpillarAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
What you can look forward to in this role
- ◆Perform technical analysis of manufacturing processes through a lens of continuous improvement.
- ◆Support execution of NPI programs.
- ◆Set up and support production routings in SAP
- ◆Design and direct the acquisition of all necessary tooling and machines.
- ◆Troubleshoot day-to-day process issues, develop solutions and monitor improvements.
- ◆Procure material related to manufacturing improvements through external suppliers.
- ◆Analyze and deploy engineering change notices.
- ◆Respond to customer issues and lead process improvements.
A successful candidate in this role will showcase their skills in
- ◆Engineering - MFG: Knowledge of processes, techniques and methods of engineering in a manufacturing environment; ability to design and implement materials, structures, machines, devices, systems and processes that safely realize a desired objective or invention.
- ◆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.
- ◆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.
- ◆Manufacturing Processes: Knowledge of existing product manufacturing methods, technologies and processes; ability to execute, plan, manage and monitor the entire manufacturing process.
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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 in Clayton, NC. In this role, you will collaborate with the team in maintaining and improving processes and systems in the manufacture of the products produced in the facility. Further, you will analyze and recommend current and future systems, procedures and equipment needs based on manufacturing requirements.
Top Candidates for this position may also have
- •Demonstrated proficiency with SAP for production routings (CA02, CC02, CR02, etc.).
- •Experience with 3D modeling programs.
- •Experience with AutoCAD.
- •Experience with Engineering Team Center.
- •A thorough knowledge of manufacturing concepts demonstrated through prior experience working in an equipment manufacturing environment.
- •Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- •Good communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills supporting an ability to work with a diverse group of employees and customers.
Additional Information
- •The primary location for this position is Clayton, NC.
- •Domestic relocation assistance is not available
- •Sponsorship is not available
Summary Pay Range
$89,210.00 - $133,810.00
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
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Posting Dates
October 23, 2026 - November 5, 2026
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
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