Logistics Engineer

Career Area:

Supply Chain and Logistics

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.

Job Summary:
As a Logistics Engineer, you will implement and continuously improve all logistics processes to maximize efficiency and productivity.

What You Will Do:

•  Applying process improvement tools and assisting with the implementation of efficient and competitive logistics solutions.

• Maintaining the internal logistics process engineering standards, knowledge, and tools; Assuring their implementation in current and new operations.

• The technical skills are defined in 7 key skills:  data purification & analysis; warehouse storage design & manufacturing point-of-use (POU) design; machinery & equipment design and procurement; workforce & equipment planning; logistics process design; inventory transfer & rearrangement planning; and integrating supply chain knowledge into warehouse design.

• In addition, it is expected that logistics engineer is knowledgeable about the local MES system and can integrate this into the overall design of the facility.

• This role will also potentially require the management of hourly team members.

Although the requirements above describe most of the responsibilities of the analyst, due to the breadth of issues that arise on projects, it is sometimes expected that a Logistics Engineer 3 take on other responsibilities outside of this job description. 

What You Will Have:

Logistics Management: Knowledge of logistics and management; ability to follow proper processes and run operations for effective and efficient movement of materials and finished products.
Level Working Knowledge:

•  Assists in the development of process flows to track lead time by activity.

• Uses tools, with guidance, to forecast delivery times, determine costs and assess performance.

• Maintains records of all shipments and invoices using an established system.

• Participates in integrating logistics processes and developing effective networks.

• Works with logistics in a domestic environment.

• Related experience, preferably in warehouse operations, supply chain, or manufacturing (Internships included)

• Experience managing hourly personnel.

Collaborating: Knowledge of collaborative techniques; ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.
Level Working Knowledge:

• Demonstrates experience participating in productive collaborative processes.

• Under guidance, initiates collaborative meetings.

• Assists in communicating shared goals with diverse groups and parties.

• Helps promote collaboration across generations, functions, regions, and levels.

• Helps solve business problems and meet business goals through collaborative processes.

• Be proficient in English as well as the local language where the engineer is based
   

Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
Level Working Knowledge:

• Applies an assigned technique for critical thinking in a decision-making process.

• Identifies, obtains, and organizes relevant data and ideas.

• Participates in documenting data, ideas, players, stakeholders, and processes.

• Recognizes, clarifies, and prioritizes concerns.

• Assists in assessing risks, benefits and consideration of alternatives.

• Project management skills

Materials Handling and Management: Knowledge of material handling and management in plants; ability to perform, monitor and improve processes related to storage, transportation and handling of raw and hazardous materials.
Level Working Knowledge:

• Assists in the responding of and dealing with emergency issues related in materials handling.

• Works with the packaging and storage of inbound or outbound materials.

• Performs the packing, shipping, identifying and transporting of materials.

• Explains key environmental issues for handling hazardous goods.

• Follows procedures to handle hazardous materials, hazardous substances and pollutants.

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Warehouse Management: Knowledge of the policies, processes and systems of warehouse management; ability to effectively manage one or more warehouses or distribution centers-
Level Working Knowledge:

• Maintains warehouse equipment and facilities.

• Performs basic warehousing activities such as receiving, putting away, picking, packing and shipping merchandise.

• Analyzes and documents key performance indicators of warehouse management in own area.

• Assists in implementing mechanization approaches and techniques in a distribution center.

• Collects and translates the business requirements for specifications of warehouse management systems.

• Strong PC Skills (Excel, Access, PowerPoint, & AutoCAD)

Additional Information:

• Location: Seguin, TX

• Travel may be required up to 10%

• No relocation assistance

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’ve 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. 

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. 

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

Summary Pay Range:

$87,480.00 - $131,280.00

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

Visa Sponsorship is not available 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. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Posting Dates:

February 20, 2025 - February 26, 2025

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

EEO/AA Employer.  All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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