- Location: Lafayette, Indiana
- Type: Contract
- Job #101855
CMM Programmer / Quality Test Engineer 2
Location: Lafayette, IN
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Pay Rate: $34-37/hr
Caterpillar is seeking an experienced CMM Programmer to support its Metrology and Quality team. This role is responsible for developing, editing, debugging, and maintaining CMM inspection programs for machined engine components while supporting production, receiving inspection, APQP/PPAP activities, and quality improvement initiatives. The position requires a strong understanding of dimensional measurement, GD&T, and manufacturing processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, validate, and maintain PC-DMIS CMM programs.
- Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T requirements.
- Perform data analysis and support quality improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, operations, and quality teams to resolve technical issues.
- Support inspection activities for engine components and other machined parts.
- Drive process improvements and efficiency gains within the manufacturing environment.
Required Qualifications
- Advanced PC-DMIS programming experience.
- Formal Hexagon training with Level 3 proficiency.
- Strong understanding of GD&T and blueprint interpretation.
- Experience with dimensional inspection and data analysis.
- Bachelor's degree with relevant experience or Associate's degree with equivalent experience.
- Strong communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Excel
- Power BI
- Zeiss Calypso
- PolyWorks
- Experience supporting machining, metrology, or engine manufacturing environments.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing manufacturing team and make an immediate impact in a fast-paced quality and metrology environment. Candidates must possess advanced PC-DMIS programming capabilities and be able to contribute with minimal ramp-up time.
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