Engineering Project Leader — Modernization & Impact

Caterpillar Inc.; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 128,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Career Development

Incentive bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Lafayette, IN, is seeking an experienced Engineering Project Team Leader to drive manufacturing modernization within the Large Power Systems Division. You will manage multi-functional engineering projects, coordinate resources, and deliver results for customers in a fast-paced industrial setting.

The role emphasizes technical problem solving, team leadership, and collaboration with manufacturing and engineering teams to optimize performance and reliability across value chains.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or relevant work experience demonstrating comparable knowledge and skills.
• Experience in manufacturing environments with a focus on process engineering and problem solving.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop project scope to address business challenges and opportunities.
• Coordinate resources across engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Oversee project progress and communicate status with stakeholders.
• Direct and develop project team members to achieve objectives.
• Review forecasts and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Manufacturing process engineering

Project leadership

Advanced problem-solving

Delivery track record

Collaboration & communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. in Lafayette, IN, is seeking an experienced Engineering Project Team Leader to drive manufacturing modernization within the Large Power Systems Division. You will manage multi-functional engineering projects, coordinate resources, and deliver results for customers in a fast-paced industrial setting.

The role emphasizes technical problem solving, team leadership, and collaboration with manufacturing and engineering teams to optimize performance and reliability across value chains.