Manufacturing Engineer
Caterpillar · North Little Rock, AR
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Base pay
- $89k–$134k
- Degree
- Preferred
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Yesterday
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Caterpillar (industrial) in North Little Rock, AR. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and maintenance of processes and tooling.
- They ask for
- degree preferred
- Tools it names
- Lean, 5S, Value stream mapping, Root cause, FMEA, Control plans
- Base pay
- $89k–$134k
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 26, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in Arkansas: typical posted base $89k–$134k. This one lists $89k–$134k.
Median of the low and high ends of 3 live postings that list pay, out of 9 manufacturing engineer openings in Arkansas, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 8 other live manufacturing postings in Arkansas.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Lean 56%
- ✓ Root cause 56%
- ✓ Automation 44%
- Team leadership 44%
- ✓ New product launch 33%
- AutoCAD 33%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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This plant: Caterpillar in North Little Rock
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Full description from CaterpillarAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
What you will do
- ◆Creating and maintaining work instructions, tool lists, inspection guides, Control Plans, PFMEAs and SFMEAs for automation and other manufacturing processes.
- ◆Support new product introductions and continuous improvement efforts around people, quality, velocity, and cost for assembly processes.
- ◆Drive continuous improvement initiatives participating in Lean Manufacturing projects and 5S improvements.
- ◆Engages in creative problem-solving to address operational issues, including ergonomics and safety, efficiency improvements, process bottlenecks, and quality concerns related to automation and other manufacturing processes.
- ◆Works with internal and external suppliers to develop and manage projects, ensuring efficient and cost-effective systems and processes to produce quality products.
- ◆Provide manufacturing technical support in process controls for assembly and other manufacturing processes.
- ◆Monitor and improve equipment reliability by identifying and addressing problem areas, performing root cause analysis, and being the technical expert for the value stream.
- ◆Ensures compliance with all manufacturing standards, procedures, and safety guidelines, including both Caterpillar and OSHA compliant procedures.
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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 Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer specialized in Assembly at the North Little Rock facility in Arkansas. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and maintenance of processes and tooling.
What you will have
- •Degree requirement: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or closely related discipline OR equivalent technical experience plus demonstrated competence of significant engineering and/or operational experience related to automation and manufacturing.
- •Technical expertise in the latest manufacturing technologies such as AI, automation, and robotics. Hands-on experience with equipment setup, diagnostics, and optimization with the ability to develop and deploy robotic solutions.
- •Lean Manufacturing: Demonstrated ability to apply lean manufacturing tools and methodologies in a production environment.
- •Manufacturing Processes: Expertise in manufacturing safety related to automation, knowledge of existing product manufacturing methods and technology and the ability to execute, plan and manage the manufacturing assembly process.
- •Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Strong critical-thinking and decision-making skills, with experience in evaluating options, predicting impact, and advising others.
Top candidates’ may also have
- •Experience with 3D modeling programs (NX or Creo)
- •Experience with automation of assembly processes
- •Extensive knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles
- •Ability to work with a diverse group of employees and customers
- •Good communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills
- •Proficient with all Microsoft Office 365 products
- •Experience with SAP
- •Ability to analyze and interpret various types of data to make informed decisions
Additional information
- •This position requires the selected candidate to work on-site five days a week in the North Little Rock, Arkansas facility
- •Domestic relocation is not available
- •Visa 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 26, 2026 - November 8, 2026
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
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