[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Caterpillar jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/caterpillar/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Caterpillar · Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas # Industrial Engineer Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas Full-time Operations Listed on Caterpillar’s official careers site. Posted October 16, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Caterpillar’s careers site →](https://cat.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/CaterpillarCareers/job/Nuevo-Laredo-Tamaulipas/Industrial-Engineer_R0000398702) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Caterpillar](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/caterpillar/) / Industrial Engineer ## Job description ### 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. ### Job Description Provides support and guidance on all aspects of production, costs, quality, compliance to safety guidelines, and environmental requirements for manufacturing. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to: Participating in identifying and implementing enhancements and modifications to equipment and processes. Monitoring equipment and process reliability; identifying and addressing problem areas. Analyzing engineering change notices, determines any part or process change, initiates and implements all changes. Providing engineering support on planning, development, operation, and maintenance of equipment, processes, or facilities. ### Skill Descriptors Collaborative Automation: Knowledge of techniques and processes of collaborative automation; ability to develop and deploy cobots to automate manufacturing processes. ### Level Basic Understanding - Describes the concepts, features, and benefits of collaborative automation. - Discusses key considerations and issues in collaborative automation. - Highlights the difference between collaborative robots and traditional robots. - Lists applications of collaborative automation such as material handling, product inspection, etc. ### Engineering - MFG Knowledge of processes, techniques and methods of engineering in a manufacturing environment; ability to design and implement materials, structures, machines, devices, systems and processes that safely realize a desired objective or invention. ### Level Working Knowledge - Assists in problem resolution, drafting and writing specifications for engineering practices. - Works with basic, routine components of the engineering discipline in manufacturing. - Performs basic installation, maintenance and repairs for a specific engineering function. - Follows relevant standards, policies and practices in engineering operations. - Reports unusual engineering issues and considerations regarding manufacturing operations to senior staff. ### Lean Manufacturing Knowledge of the philosophy, principles and implementation approaches of lean manufacturing; ability to integrate and implement lean manufacturing philosophy into existing production and management processes. ### Level Basic Understanding - Cites examples of benefits and risks associated with implementing lean principles. - Describes basic tools for observing existing processes and identifying waste. - Cites industry or company examples of successful and unsuccessful lean implementations. - Identifies key lean principles and highlights of the lean manufacturing process. ### Manufacturing Processes Knowledge of existing product manufacturing methods, technologies and processes; ability to execute, plan, manage and monitor the entire manufacturing process. ### Level Working Knowledge - Assesses associated phases, activities, deliverables and processes. - Documents relevant standards, policies and practices. - Follows standard manufacturing processes to conduct production activities. - Researches new technologies to be integrated into existing manufacturing process. - Explains tools, techniques and documents used for process monitoring and control. ### Problem Solving Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations. ### Level Basic Understanding - Explains the value of a disciplined approach to problem solving. - Describes problem reporting and escalation practices. - Utilizes accepted procedures for problem analysis and resolution. - Identifies key aspects of problem-solving techniques used in own area. What you will have: - BS degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Mechatronics or related field, - 80% de Ingles English level, written and oral communication - 4+ years of relevant experience in Machining programming and processes including turning, milling, multi-axis and grinding - Experience on leading improvement projects related to Machining - Knowledgeable and experience with Project Management basics - Provides effective communication and services in solving production problems or pursuing operations improvements - Proficient with Geometric Tolerancing and 1E specs - Machining background and proficiency with offline programming Desired Qualifications: - Prior experience working in a machining, assembly, fabrication, heat treat processing, metallurgy and/or materials systems position - Knowledegeable in project managemen - 6 Sigma Green Belt - Experience with G Code programming. ### Location Disclaimer At the time of hire, this position will be associated with Caterpillar's existing Nuevo Laredo work location. Caterpillar is actively pursuing a new facility that will become the long-term work location for this role. While the exact address has not yet been finalized, the new facility is expected to be located within approximately five miles of our current operation. Employees selected for this role will transition to the new facility upon its opening. ### Posting Dates October 16, 2026 - October 22, 2026 Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 16, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 18, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 2 days - Location: Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas - Employment type: Full-time[Apply on Caterpillar’s careers site →](https://cat.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/CaterpillarCareers/job/Nuevo-Laredo-Tamaulipas/Industrial-Engineer_R0000398702) ## More jobs at Caterpillar ### [Conductor de seguridad](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/caterpillar/jobs/a9cdc1c2d890411244af/) Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas ### [Demand & Orders Analyst](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/caterpillar/jobs/f1623b375f8351f26dd1/) Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas ### [Facility Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/caterpillar/jobs/2ef0e5861b96ad40853a/) Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas ### [Manager Material Requirements Planning](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/caterpillar/jobs/0c175cf207c227974a4e/) Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas ### [Manufacturing Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/caterpillar/jobs/b5f597a9cd4134b6a96b/) Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Industrial Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/siemens/jobs/2e88cf700618b4ae4188/) Siemens ### [LM562: Industrial Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/fedex/jobs/dd35748f8b7b85d48299/) FedEx ### [Industrial Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/eaton/jobs/4b02ec804157979a09d6/) Eaton · Shenzhen, Guangdong, CHN ### [Senior Industrial Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sandisk/jobs/d752fa84268be5437879/) Sandisk OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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