Staff Manufacturing Engineer

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Broken Arrow, OK, USA
In-Office
72K-109K Annually
Entry level
Energy
The Role
Develops manufacturing processes, NC programs, routings, bills of materials, fixtures, and inspection plans for turbine engine and gas compressor components. Uses NX CAD/CAM and Infor BAAN, collaborates with shop-floor, manufacturing engineering, operations, and quality teams, implements new products, improves machining processes, and facilitates disposition of nonconforming parts. This is an onsite role requiring five days per week, with no relocation assistance or remote option.
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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.

Responsibilities

  • Work in a safe manner
  • Utilize NX CAD/CAM software to create process plans and NC programs for turbine engine and gas compressor components.
  • Create routing and BOM’s in MRP system (Infor BAAN)
  • Develop and document manufacturing processes
  • Work with shop floor to improve programs and processes
  • Work with Manufacturing Engineering and Operations to implement new products
  • Design work holding for machining centers and lathes using NX CAD/CAM Software
  • Work with QA department to develop inspection plans for new parts
  • Facilitate disposition of non-conforming parts

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in technical discipline or equivalent experience
  • Modeling experience (NX preferred)
  • Exposure to multi-axis NC programming using a solid model-based CAD/CAM system
  • Experience supporting model-based definition parts
  • Ability to work hands on with shop floor
  • Ability to read/understand blueprints and GD&T
  • Demonstrate good problem solving, analytical thinking, and decision making
  • Experience designing fixtures with solid modeling CAD software (NX preferred)
  • Machining background
  • Ability to read and understand G-code programs
  • Strong work ethic
  • Must possess good interpersonal skills to work with key stake holders.
  • Works well with team and individually

Preferred Software

  • Siemens NX
  • Vericut
  • Autocad
  • MS office

This position does not offer a full time remote option. We will not provide relocation for this position.


This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. 

 

Summary Pay Range:

$72,360.00 - $108,540.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar. 

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

 
This position requires working onsite five days a week. 


Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

October 13, 2026 - November 16, 2026

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline or equivalent experience
  • Modeling experience, preferably using NX
  • Exposure to multi-axis NC programming using solid model-based CAD/CAM
  • Experience supporting model-based definition parts
  • Ability to work hands-on with the shop floor
  • Ability to read and understand blueprints and GD&T
  • Problem-solving, analytical thinking, and decision-making skills
  • Experience designing fixtures with solid-modeling CAD software, preferably NX
  • Machining background
  • Ability to read and understand G-code programs
  • Strong work ethic
  • Good interpersonal skills for working with stakeholders
  • Ability to work effectively in a team and independently
  • Experience with Siemens NX
  • Experience with Vericut
  • Experience with AutoCAD
  • Experience with Microsoft Office
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The Company
HQ: San Diego, CA
5,640 Employees
Year Founded: 1927

What We Do

Solar Turbines provides gas turbine packages and services for oil and gas and power generation industries, including gas compressor restage and overhaul, service parts, gas turbine overhaul, machinery management, technical training, modular solutions, and microgrid energy storage solutions.

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