Process Control Engineer 3

EPITEC
Process Control Engineer 3
Location: Green Valley, AZ 
Details: 24?month contract- optional to go internal 
Pay Rate: $47.00/hr

Job Summary

The Process Control Engineer 3 will support the purchasing function for new technology development within Caterpillar’s Dynamic Energy Transfer program. This role focuses on product procurement engineering across Electrical and Hydraulics categories, working closely with engineering teams and suppliers to ensure manufacturable, high?quality components. The engineer will contribute to supplier engagement, RFQ follow?up, and early design collaboration to support successful program execution.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering teams and suppliers to design the most manufacturable parts for new technology development.
• Collaborate with suppliers throughout the RFQ process, including follow?ups and clarification.
• Participate in meetings, email communication, and supplier visits to support procurement activities.
• Apply technical knowledge to review and interpret engineering drawings and 3D CAD models.
• Support APQP and PPAP activities to ensure supplier and quality alignment.
• Work cross?functionally with Engineering, Suppliers, and Supplier Development Engineers to support program goals.
• Contribute to purchasing and procurement activities for Electrical and Hydraulics product categories within the Dynamic Energy Transfer program.

Years of Experience & Education

Experience: 5–7 years of professional experience required (internship experience not accepted).
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Process Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field.

Skills Required

Top Skills (Required)

• Project management experience.
• Strong data analysis and technical proficiency.
• Demonstrated experience working in a purchasing function within a manufacturing environment.

Technical Skills (Required)

• Technical background with ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and 3D CAD models.
• Knowledge and application of APQP.
• Experience with PPAP processes.

Technical Skills (Preferred)

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, engineering disciplines, and quality processes.
• Supplier relationship management experience.

Soft Skills (Required)

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Additional Preferences

• Willingness and readiness to relocate to Tucson, AZ (preferred).

Work Environment & Team

• Work Environment: Office?based, fully onsite.
• Team Structure:
  • 4 Product Procurement Engineers in similar roles
  • 1 Supplier Development Engineer
• Training, mentoring, and coaching provided by the team.

Disqualifiers / Red Flags

• Candidates with experience limited only to data analyst roles without engineering or purchasing background.