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San Antonio, Tx, Us

Hanover, De

Implement robust manufacturing solutions involving collaborative or industrial robotics. Implement Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR) to deliver raw materials from the warehouse to end user stations.Design and manufacture end-of-arm tooling as well as fixtures for transferring, positioning, and flipping sensitive electronic parts.Identify and implement production improvements.Evaluate new technologies to enhance capabilities, some examples include: New equipment, Robotics with integrated AI-enhanced vision, Advances to safeguarding, Applied big data to facilitate machine learning for equipment robustness, process control, and intelligent maintenance. Document findings and share with global community.

Houston, Texas, Us

* Perform studies aimed at improving equipment and plant performance, document all studies and trials to provide a history from which trends and databases can be developed, and make recommendations based on analyses of study and trial results * Assist the Production and Maintenance departments in the establishment of operational parameters and the troubleshooting of process and equipment problems * Participate in studies involving procedural plant trials related to process Organize and perform equipment audits to determine troubleshooting problems with equipment * Provide expertise in process measurements, calculations, and control to various plant departments when requested* Aid various department managers in the selection and evaluation of new capital projects, plant upgrades, and equipment installations * Monitor plant operations through continued observation of the Control Room and investigate identified problems * Promote the development of Statistical Process Control by acting in an advisory capacity to SPS committees * Participate on safety committees, assist in developing safety programs, monitory plant operations to assist in ensuring safe job performance * Assist in the development of training programs for new equipment installations and process for Production Department personnel and support team building and employee cooperation

Irving, Texas, Us

Develop, analyze, & manage the machining & assembly processes for V-block, C9, & C13 lines.Evaluate, test, and optimize machining process and tooling strategies associated with CNC machining.Create CNC programs using FANUC or SIEMENS programming languages utilizing macros & direct G-Code.Analyze and solve a broad range of technical problems as related to the manufacturing process.Administer the assembly and process development of New Product Introduction (NPI) for pilot buildsthroughout the machining process.Monitor process & equipment capabilities and develop strategy to improve and reduce process variability.Develop and establish cost estimates, project options, and design alternatives.Lead team in FMEA evaluation and mitigation actions including IPV implementation.Lead and support continuous improvement activities impacting assembly, gateway metrics, auditvalidation, ISO requirements and root cause analysis.Coordinate the purchase and application of machine tools, controls and related equipment to ensure thelatest technology is being used to increase efficiency and economy of operations.Collaborate with design & manufacturing engineering to implement New Product Introduction (NPI).Manage programs across product, manufacturing, operations & supply chain organization.Develop advanced, integrated & seamless process flow with caterpillar legacy systems, NPI Tool, FMEA Corporate Tool, Teamcenter & PLEX.Develop, implement, and establish new source & new technology for engine assembly & machine shop, supporting Tier IV engine applications from prototype builds to production.Manage Capital projects and maintain expense budgets.Engage in creative problem solving to address operational issues including: ergonomic/ safety, efficiencyimprovements, process bottlenecks, quality concernsUtilize 3D modeling software to 3D print, laser cut, or perform virtual fit up of new parts, assembly fixtures and jigs.

Irving, Texas, Us

• Collaborate with design & manufacturing engineering to implement New Product Introduction (NPI). • Management of programs across product, manufacturing, operations & supply chain organization. • Develop advanced, integrated & seamless process flow with caterpillar legacy systems, NPI Tool, FMEA Corporate Tool, Teamcenter & PLEX.• Develop, implement and establish new source & new technology for engine assembly & machine shop, supporting Tier IV engine applications from prototype builds to production. • Manage Capital projects and maintain expense budgets. • Engage in creative problem solving to address operational issues including: ergonomic/ safety, efficiency improvements, process bottlenecks, quality concerns• Utilize 3D modeling software to 3D print, laser cut, or perform virtual fit up of new parts, assembly fixtures and jigs.

Irving, Texas, Us

Advanced Structures and Joining Technology.• Lead various welding, advanced manufacturing, and automation research projects. Documenting research, preforming experiments, delivering presentations and technical documents• Volunteered as division safety coordinator. Lead monthly safety walks in office and lab areas, train new hires, and serve on safety action committee.• Maintain lab area layout, tools, assets, and storage.• Subject matter expert on 7 engineering standards and manufacturing practices.• Program industrial robots to inspect, weld, grind, debur, and clad various parts and geometries.

Peoria, Illinois, Us

·Test Engineer role requires a unique skill set, including project management, advanced troubleshooting skills, data analysis, and communicating to a wide range of customers.·Set up and operate validation test procedures on Caterpillar C18 Tier 3 and Tier 4 engines.·Troubleshoot issues with the engine, dynamometer, instrumentation, and other equipment.·Collect, organize, and analyze test data and report results to client.

Cincinnati, Oh, Us

· Consultant employee at Caterpillar Inc. Iron Coordinator for all validation test cells on site at Technical Center.· Provide engine parts support for over 50 test cells that operate 24/7.· Provide emergency response to acquire necessary engine parts to restore a test cell failure to normal operation.· Acquire engine parts to perform new tests.· Maintain an inventory of in house parts.·Past roles: Consultant employee at Caterpillar Inc. New Product Introduction Engine Build Validation Engineer. on site at Mossville Engine Center.·Follow/Oversee the assembly of pilot, prototype, new product introduction, and MO45 engines and logged assembly related issues into DCC and NPI for resolution.

Peoria, Il, Us

· Consultant employee at Tenneco Automotive. Engineering Liaison for Caterpillar Design Engineers and Tenneco Suppliers.· Resolve quality and design related issues that are found on the Clean Emission Module (CEM )and after treatment systems for Caterpillar machines. Frequently using creative problem solving, root cause identification and corrective action implementation.· Responsible for the design of all Tenneco fasteners, clamps, straps, fittings, fuel/coolant lines, tubes, hoses and all other standard parts.· Follow/Oversee the assembly of pilot, prototype, new product introduction and MO45 (first build) Clean Emission Modules and logged engineering or design related issues and lead team to resolve the issues.

· Consultant employee at Caterpillar Inc. Quality Assurance & Validation group.· Quality Engineer — Issue management manager. Controlled the opening and closing of all Continuous Product Improvement (CPI) issues at Mossville Engine Center. Job entails verifying all issue information and validating all permanent corrective actions for Mossville and Greenville Engine Centers, and lead team to resolve issues.· Follow/Oversee the assembly of pilot, prototype, new product introduction and MO45 engines and logged assembly related issues into CPI and NPI and lead team to resolve the issues.·Completed Six Sigma Black Belt Training.

· Implemented improvements that increased production from 4,500 to 10,000 square feet per month.· Program & operate CNC & water jet machines to cut, polish & manipulate granite & marble. Operate various other equipment such as forklifts, stationary cranes, & vacuum lifters.· Set up cutting table using a laser alignment system & suction cups.· Troubleshoot errors, fix broken machinery, & perform regular maintenance.· Designed & implemented a safety program for 50 production employees.· Designed & built shelves to hold and organize process equipment (Five S procedures).· Roles include: Assistant Manager of Production, CNC Programmer, & Operator.

· Achieved lowest warranty rejection rate in Western Region for claims submitted through Subaru.· Part advisory experience. Looked up automobile parts by part number, description & picture. · Service advisory experience. Certify warranty coverage for each service requisition. Estimated the cost of parts and labor for all types of repairs.· Roles include: Senior Mechanic’s Assistant, Service Advisor, Parts Advisor, Cashier, & Warranty Admin