Metallurgical Engineering Manager

Caterpillar; Mossville (IL); On-site; USD 159,000 - 239,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Caterpillar’s Advanced Materials Technology Department seeks an experienced Metallurgical Engineering Manager to lead a large, multidisciplinary materials engineering organization supporting machines, engines, components, and manufacturing operations.

This leadership role oversees a machine-focused product support team of engineers and contract technicians located in Mossville, Illinois, and Lafayette, Indiana.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in materials science, metallurgy, or a related field.
• Strong strategic planning, from short- to long-term horizons.
• Experience leading engineering teams in heavy equipment or manufacturing.
• Deep knowledge of ferrous metallurgy and processing methods.
• Proven ability to communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to influence across functions and sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop materials engineering talent to build depth and leadership.
• Provide technical leadership for analyses, investigations, and lab testing.
• Oversee Metallurgical Lab for CPI, NPI, and PPAP activities.
• Partner with internal clients to set service requirements and priorities.
• Develop new opportunities for materials engineering services across Caterpillar.
• Build a high-performing org with focus on safety, engineering excellence, and growth.
• Lead across boundaries, communicating with employees to executive management.

Skills

Metallurgical leadership

Materials knowledge

Strategic planning

Technical oversight

Cross-functional collaboration

People management

Global collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Materials Science and Engineering or Metallurgical Engineering

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.

About IDES:

Caterpillar’s Integrated Drivetrain Energy Solutions (IDES) division will focus on delivering advanced electrified power train, zero‑emissions products/technologies, and the solutions and services associated with these technologies. Focus areas include batteries, fuel cells, motors, inverters, micro grid controllers, charging, energy storage systems, lifecycle solutions/services and integration of components for ePowertrain solutions across industries.

We are looking for top talent to build and scale the next generation of technologies, products and services to help our customers build a better—more sustainable—world. We need self‑motivated, intelligent and team‑oriented individuals to make our plans a reality. Individuals with high emotional intelligence, humility and openness to discovery will thrive in the teams we are building.

Job Summary:

Caterpillar’s Advanced Materials Technology Department is seeking an experienced Metallurgical Engineering Manager to lead a large, multidisciplinary materials engineering organization supporting machines, engines, components, and manufacturing operations. This leadership role oversees a machine-focused product support team of engineers and contract technicians located in Mossville, Illinois, and Lafayette, Indiana.

You will also lead the Metallurgical Lab, which provides metallurgical testing supporting more than 30 product groups supporting Continuous Product Improvement, New Product Introduction, and Production Part Approval Process activities. The broader U.S. Metallurgical Engineering organization provides materials and metallurgical engineering, failure analysis, metallurgical laboratory, and nondestructive testing services to U.S.-based product and operations teams.

This is an opportunity for an accomplished materials and metallurgy leader to build engineering capability, develop technical talent, strengthen client partnerships, and help ensure world‑class materials engineering support across Caterpillar.

What You Will Do:

• Lead and develop materials engineering talent, building the technical depth, leadership capability, and metallurgical expertise required to maintain Caterpillar's world‑class materials engineering competency.
• Provide technical leadership and oversight for metallurgical engineering reports, technical analyses, failure investigations, laboratory testing, and materials‑related engineering support.
• Lead the Tech Center's Metallurgical Lab, delivering high‑quality metallurgical testing and technical support for Continuous Product Improvement (CPI), New Product Introduction (NPI), and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) activities.
• Partner with internal clients to establish service requirements, technical expectations, priorities, budgets, and effective materials engineering solutions.
• Develop new opportunities for materials engineering services, strengthening support for both new and existing internal clients across Caterpillar product and operations organizations.
• Build a highly engaged, high‑performing organization with a strong focus on safety, engineering excellence, customer support, talent development, and continuous improvement.
• Lead across organizational boundaries, communicating effectively with employees ranging from frontline/hourly team members through Caterpillar executive management and collaborating across multiple business units.

What You Will Have:

• Education & Engineering Experience: Bachelor of Science in Materials Science and Engineering or Metallurgical Engineering
• Planning: Tactical, Strategic: Extensive experience and knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational (short term), tactical (1-2 years) and strategic (3-5 years) planning in support of the overall business plan.
• Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Extensive experience and knowledge of the decision‑making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
• Technical Excellence: Extensive experience and knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.
  • Deep technical knowledge of ferrous metallurgy and broad knowledge of the materials and materials‑processing methods used in the design, manufacture, and application of heavy equipment.
• Communicating for Impact: Working knowledge of the concepts, tools and techniques for effective listening and communicating; ability to apply these theories to receive, transmit and accurately interpret information and ideas to influence others in various situations.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate and build productive relationships at all organizational levels, from hourly employees through executive management and across Caterpillar business units.
• Managing People: Extensive experience and knowledge of processes involved in managing people; ability to lead successful teams, and diligently address issues related to performance and conflicts at the workplace.
• Collaborating Globally: Extensive experience and 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.
• Influencing Through Expertise: Extensive experience and knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to use these to deepen own expertise and impact or challenge decisions within and outside own organization.
  • Ability to provide technical oversight while effectively working across engineering, product, manufacturing, operations, and business organizations.

What Will Set You Apart:

• Master of Science in Materials Science and Engineering or Metallurgical Engineering.
• Proven experience leading other leaders and developing strong technical and leadership talent.
• Broad experience supporting multiple product and operations organizations.

Additional Information

• This position is in Mossville, Illinois and requires 5-days a week on-site availability
• Domestic relocation assistance is available
• Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position
• This position may require up to 10% travel

Summary Pay Range:

$159,120.00 - $238,680.00

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.Relocation is available for this position.Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

November 3, 2026 - November 10, 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.