Torreon, Coahuila
2 days ago
Automation Engineer

Career Area:

Engineering

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: Execution and support in engineering / automation processes of heavy machinery assembly  (Prime product), Troubleshooting machinery on electrical, hydraulic and software issues.

What you will do:

•Programming, debugging and troubleshooting Process/heavy machinery and automated systems; supporting efforts to deploy automated systems.

•Partnering with support teams on application / software-machinery troubleshooting. of ticket resolution and communication to lead supervisor.

•Collaboration with operations support teams on assembly machine process. Supports execution of standards.

What you have:

Programming: Knowledge of relevant programming languages and tools; ability to test, write, design, debug, troubleshoot and maintain source codes and computer programs.

Industrial Automation/Automatic Control: Knowledge of various industrial automatic control systems, processes and methodologies in a manufacturing environment; ability to design, implement and maintain automatic production systems/processes to improve productivity and efficiency, as well as minimize human intervention.

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.

PLCs/Computer Controlled Machinery: Knowledge of PLC technologies and computer controlled machinery; ability to implement and operate PLCs and computer controlled machinery in an automated manufacturing environment.

Technical Troubleshooting: Knowledge of technical troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, recognize, and resolve technical issues on hardware, software, application or operation.

Basic Requirements:

•Electronic Engineer or Mechatronic Engineering or related engineering.

•Experience in PLCs Programing , Automation process,  Integration of Electronic-Software Projects, Hydraulic & Pneumatics Circuits experience is a plus

•Availability to travel (50%) / USA valid Visa is a plus

•Availability to work rotating shifts

Top candidates will also have:

•2+ year in related areas

•Electronic Engineer (Highly desirable)

•Language: Intermediate English

•Heavy Machinery or Automotive experience in engineering related support areas.

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Posting Dates:

enero 22, 2026 - febrero 1, 2026

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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