NPI Team Lead, Power Gen & Electronics

Caterpillar Brazil; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 128,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking an experienced NPI Leader for its Reman Electronics team at Mossville, IL.

The role requires strong engineering fundamentals, program leadership, and deep knowledge of generator ends, generator sets, power generation, and related manufacturing operations. You will lead cross‑functional work with sales, platform groups, and operations, drive project plans, and ensure successful introduction milestones.

Qualifications

• Strong design and/or performance engineering knowledge related to generator ends and generator sets.
• Experience in power generation, large rotating electrics, or engine manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated NPI, project management, Lean manufacturing, and/or 6 Sigma experience.
• 10–15 years of product knowledge or relevant experience in related fields.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the businesses, sales, marketing, and platform groups to manage resources for each deliverable.
• Overseeing project progress and costs; communicating status with stakeholders and participating functional areas; addressing and resolving problems.
• Influencing project staffing; motivating and developing project team and team members.
• Communicating with customers and managing expectations; ensuring effective use of project controls and reporting mechanisms.

Skills

Generator ends design

Generator sets design

Power generation

Large rotating electrics

Engine manufacturing

NPI leadership

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Project management

Education

Electrical Engineering (Bachelor’s or Master’s)

Mechanical Engineering (Bachelor’s or Master’s)

6 Sigma Black Belt

Lean manufacturing certification

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking an experienced NPI Leader for its Reman Electronics team at Mossville, IL.

The role requires strong engineering fundamentals, program leadership, and deep knowledge of generator ends, generator sets, power generation, and related manufacturing operations. You will lead cross‑functional work with sales, platform groups, and operations, drive project plans, and ensure successful introduction milestones.