Senior Manager Engineering
Caterpillar, Desford, Leicestershire
Senior Manager Engineering
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Caterpillar, Desford, Leicestershire
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted today, 16 Sep | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 56feff468e5d46feaf135baa9954b076
Location ref: Desford, Leicestershire
Full Job Description
- Lead a global team with Managers based in Sanford NC, Clayton NC, Desford UK, and Thiruvallur, India.
- Lead the execution of NPI programs, CPI projects, current product maintenance, factory support, aftermarket and production obsolescence management, and supplier CPPD for BCP Electrical Systems and Components
- Own the Cat Technology relationship for BCP Electrical Systems and Components.
- Collaborate closely with BCP Technology Manager, Cat Technology Software and Component Groups, and BCP Product Engineering Teams to translate technology plans to executable electrical architecture, component, and systems plans.
- Communicate regularly and collaborate closely with Product Directors, Engineering Managers, and NPI Managers on program planning, requirements, scope, budget, resource needs, and execution.
- Develop and grow deep engineering expertise and talent in Electrical Systems and Component engineering capability to support the long-term needs of Caterpillar customers with Advanced Technology that improves safety and productivity.
- Develop and enhance Agency and Statement of Work relationships to flexibly support changing workloads in electrical systems development.
- Own the On-Site Supplier relationships for Harness co-development in the US and UK.
- Plan, direct, and lead engineering staff and activities to ensure projects, initiatives and processes comply with established policies/objectives.
- Manage and continuously improve product quality, performance, and cost-effectiveness for all engineering activities and deliverables.
- Manage engineering product and manufacturing process or quality issues, from concept through end of life-cycle, with a particular emphasis on obsolescence in production and aftermarket.
Degree Requirements: Bachelor's degree in engineering or related fields, - Planning: Tactical, Strategic: Knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational (short term), tactical (1-2 years) and strategic (3-5 years) planning in support of the overall business plan.
- 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.
- Technical Excellence: Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.
- Communicating for Impact: Knowledge of concepts, tools and techniques for effective listening and communicating; ability to apply these theories to receive, transmit and accurately interpret information and ideas to influence others in various situations.
- Customer/Market Focus: Understanding of the importance of remaining aware of shifting market priorities and ability to respond to internal and external customer needs in a manner that consistently adds value.
- Managing People: Knowledge of processes involved in managing people; ability to lead successful teams, and diligently address issues related to performance and conflicts at the workplace.
- Collaborating Globally: Knowledge of effective collaboration techniques and ability to build networks with people from different countries and cultures, think and work with them to bring positive impact and flourishing business results.
- Influencing Through Expertise: Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to use these to deepen own expertise and impact or challenge decisions within and outside own organization Top Candidates Will Also Have
- Electrical system development experience in on or off-highway equipment.
- Leadership experience creating and maintaining processes used to design, develop and manufacture Electrical systems, components, and technologies.
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's Building Construction Products (BCP) Division is hiring for Senior Manager Engineering for Electrical Systems to be based in Clayton, NC (CMDC), Sanford NC, or Desford UK., There's more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar. Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee's contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we've built. - 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.
Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
Direct job link
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