Career Area:

Strategy

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.

At Caterpillar, we work to help our customers build a better world. Without our team of talented, bright and driven individuals, we wouldn’t be the Caterpillar we are today. Now, this is your chance to join our team and do work that matters. We want you to help us enable customer success, make progress possible around the world and help our communities grow and thrive. We are looking for a dynamic, organized self-starter to join our Product Support and Logistics Division as a Continuous Product Improvement (CPI) Engineer in Peoria, IL.

The Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly every element of the services value stream from procurement to design and manufacturing to distribution. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts Distribution of Cat Parts, Integrated Logistics, segment Procurement and the design and manufacture of Wear Components (Undercarriage and GET) and Maintenance Components (Seals, Tubes & Hardware, Hose & Couplings, Fluids and Filters).

Job Summary:

As a Continuous Product Improvement (CPI) Engineer, you will utilize the corporate CPI process and tools for leading teams to resolve product and process issues and implement improvements in production and/or on existing products with dealers and customers. You will work closely with the four Undercarriage design teams, the Machine Business Divisions (supporting machines such as Small, Medium, and Large Track Type Tractors), the Undercarriage manufacturing teams, machine development teams, suppliers, and production facilities to identify and implement improvements. You will lead projects supporting Undercarriage Product design controls addressing design, supplier quality, manufacturing, and/or assembly quality issues. You will also analyze and report the warranty, good-will and Assurance spending for the Undercarriage components and assemblies and will lead monthly product health meetings.

Additional Info:

• Location: Peoria, IL
• Travel: 10%
• Relocation Offered: None
• Sponsorship Offered: None

What You Will Do:

• Complete 6 Sigma black belt and CPI project leader training as soon as practical once on the job
• Lead and manage CPI process execution for assigned CPI Projects
• Close-resolve 10-12 standard projects per calendar year when fully effective
• Plan, coordinate, and ensure execution of all team activities
• Maintain and communicate project status and 6 sigma phase (DMAIC – Design, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control) completion targets; ensure required elements of each 6 Sigma phase are completed and properly documented
• Escalate obstacles to timely project execution to the project sponsor and CPI list manager
• Meet Undercarriage business and corporate CPI metrics

What You Have (Required Skills):

• Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
• 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.
• Process Improvement: Understanding and insight into evaluating current product quality and production methods and ability to maintains focus on the continuous improvement of processes, products and services.
• Project Management: Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives.
• Interpersonal Relationships: Knowledge of the techniques and the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.

What Will Put You Ahead (Preferred Skills):

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field
• Six Sigma Methodology: Knowledge of the concepts of six sigma DMAIC methodology; ability to use the methodology to improve the manufacturing processes and control the improvements by eliminating root causes.
• Knowledge of new product introduction (NPI)

What You Will Get:

Through it all, we are one team– creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition. Learn more about the Caterpillar Experience.

Summary Pay Range:

$110,520.00 - $165,840.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• 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

Posting Dates:

May 14, 2025 - May 28, 2025

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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