Manufacturing Engineering Technician - 1st Shift
Caterpillar · Seguin, TX
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Certification
- Green Belt preferred
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Today
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Caterpillar (industrial) in Seguin, TX. Lead, investigate, and resolve CI cards issued to manufacturing engineering.
- They ask for
- 2+ years · degree required (or equivalent experience) · Green Belt preferred
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, Green Belt, FMEA, Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ)
- Day to day
- relocation help
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 26, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in Texas: typical posted base $79k–$132k.
Median of the low and high ends of 33 live postings that list pay, out of 155 manufacturing engineer openings in Texas, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 154 other live manufacturing postings in Texas.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (2+ vs 5+)
Typical $79k–$132k, from 33 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Tooling 57%
- Root cause 50%
- ✓ Lean 39%
- New product launch 37%
- Automation 34%
- ✓ Six Sigma 28%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Green Belt, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: Caterpillar in Seguin
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- Manufacturing Engineer · Manufacturing
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Job Summary
Kickstart your career in manufacturing! As a Manufacturing Engineering Technician I with Caterpillar, you will improve quality, velocity, safety, and cost by aiding the engineering department in the production of our C13 diesel engines in the form of data analysis, investigation, problem solving, and process validation. Work alongside experienced engineers to ensure production runs smoothly and safely in a fast-paced environment!
What you will do
- ◆Provide technical support through data analysis, problem solving, and Caterpillar Production Systems (CPS)
- ◆Assist and provide support to process improvement teams
- ◆Assist and provide feedback to team leaders including action plan follow up, use of 6 Sigma and lean manufacturing methodology and use of CPS
- ◆Identify and track key metrics related to assigned department or function
- ◆Assist with process improvement opportunities, continuous review of plant operations to keep team focused on key priorities and improvement objectives
- ◆Monitor and follow up process improvement initiatives to ensure improvements are sustained
- ◆Perform audits to ensure materials, processes, and tools conform to quality standards
- ◆Assist with the resolution of CPS Continuous Improvement cards (CI Cards)
- ◆Follow standard operating procedures and area specific work instructions
- ◆Provide information to supervisors and managers about processes within assigned area
- ◆Lead and facilitate small business team activities within assigned work area
- ◆Investigate and resolve manufacturing engineering related line calls
- ◆Lead, investigate, and resolve CI cards issued to manufacturing engineering
- ◆Lead, investigate, and resolve Manufacturing Engineering BIQ defects and other quality improvement initiatives, such as CCN, CIA and CAR
- ◆Participate and support Engineers in Standard Work, SFMEA and PFMEA activities
- ◆Represent manufacturing engineering at Small Business Team and Go-&-See meetings
- ◆Edit work instructions for assembly as directed by the manufacturing engineers
- ◆Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- ✓Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time
- ✓Ability to perform repetitive operations
- ✓Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
We are committed to ensuring a supportive and accommodating work environment for all employees. Please advise of any reasonable accommodation requests to facilitate your ability to perform the job’s essential functions.
Additional
Requirements
- ✓Resumes are highly encouraged
- ✓Former Caterpillar employees must meet rehire eligibility guidelines for consideration
- ✓Must successfully complete a background, drug, and medical screening
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Career Area
Operations
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.
About IPSD
Caterpillar’s Industrial Power Systems Division (IPSD) designs, tests and manufactures 0.5 to 18L engines that not only power Caterpillar machines, but also power over 5000 other applications including Marine, Petroleum, Industrial Applications, Electric Generators, and Locomotives. Caterpillar’s company strategy includes sustainability as one of four focus areas and IPSD is engaged and actively preparing green energy solutions for the future.
What you will have
- •Minimum of 2 years of manufacturing experience or a 2-year degree in lieu of experience
- •Experience reading blueprints and reviewing 3D models
- •Experience in assembly processes, best practices, test processes and validation to manufacture products
- •Experience with basic inspection equipment (calipers, micrometers, depth gauges)
- •Proficiency using Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
- •Strong verbal and written communication skills
What would make you a top candidate
- •Intermediate level proficiency using ERP/PLM systems such as PLEX, Teamcenter, and MAMM system
- •Familiarity using data collection systems such as Quality WorX and Tools Talk
- •Experience with Six Sigma/Lean as either a contributing team member or possessing a Green Belt Certification
- •Experience in quality control within a metal or alloy manufacturing facility
- •Experience with diesel engine assembly experience in a leadership type role (team lead, project lead, lean lead)
- •Ability to be a self-starter and the aptitude to learn
Physical
Additional Information
- •Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 6:00am-4:30pm. Overtime as required.
- •Relocation assistance is NOT available for this position.
- •Visa Sponsorship is NOT available for this position.
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 nearly 100 years, we have 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.
Please ensure you frequently check the e-mail account you provided on your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process.
Summary Pay Range
$22.00 - $28.50
Benefits
Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guideli