Engineering Manager

Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 148,000 - 222,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off plan

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a senior engineering leader to guide strategic initiatives and drive performance across lightweight and heavy structures projects in Tucson, AZ.

You will oversee product lifecycles, mentor a diverse team, and collaborate with global stakeholders to deliver safe, high-quality, and cost-efficient solutions. The role emphasizes strategic thinking, people leadership, and managing R&D and maintenance budgets to enable innovative mining and structural engineering outcomes.

Qualifications

• Lead the engineering strategy and cross-functional initiatives.
• Experience guiding product lifecycle from concept to end-of-life.
• Strong people management and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to plan across short-, mid-, and long-term horizons.

Responsibilities

• Direct and execute engineering initiatives aligned with long-term goals.
• Oversee product lifecycle from concept to end-of-life.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration across teams.
• Drive safety, quality, timeliness, and cost efficiency.
• Develop and mentor a diverse, high-performing team.
• Manage engineering R&D and maintenance budgets.

Skills

Technical Excellence

People leadership

Decision Making

Collaboration

Planning

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Materials Science

Job description

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.

What you will do:

• Strategic Engineering Leadership: Direct and execute engineering initiatives that align with long-term organizational goals.

• Product Lifecycle Oversight: Provide technical guidance from concept through end-of-life for product designs.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Foster a one-team culture with engineering, platform, purchasing, and manufacturing teams.

• Performance Excellence: Drive safety, quality, timeliness, and cost efficiency across all engineering processes.

• Team Development: Cultivate a high-performing, inclusive, and engaging work environment. Recruit the best talent to strengthen team capabilities and drive innovation. Mentor and support career growth for a diverse team.

• Budget Management: Oversee engineering R&D and maintenance budgets.

Why This Role Is Unique:

You’ll be at the forefront of designing lightweight structures that must endure extreme environments and demanding applications. This is a technically challenging and rewarding opportunity to shape the future of mining machines and structural innovation. Best of all, you’ll be leading a high-performing team that’s already in place and thriving.

What skills you will have:

Technical Excellence: Demonstrated engineering expertise in light structures, heavy structures, or analytical domains. Proven involvement in major New Product Introduction (NPI) initiatives. Hands-on experience with Continuous Product Improvement (CPI) efforts.

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.

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.

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.

Planning: Tactical, Strategic: Knowledge of planning methodologies across operational (short-term), tactical (1–2 years), and strategic (3–5 years) horizons. Able to support and align with broader business objectives through effective planning and contributions.

Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or Materials Science from an accredited institution.

Additional Information:

The primary location for this position is Tucson, Arizona.

Domestic relocation assistance is not available.

This position may require 25% travel.

Sponsorship is not available.

Summary Pay Range:

$147,760.00 - $221,640.00

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

This position requires working onsite five days a week. Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

August 12, 2026 - August 18, 2026

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

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.