Rotational Materials Engineer—Product Development

Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation; Mossville (IL); On-site; USD 81,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) savings plans

Paid time off

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Tuition Reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. offers the 2027 Engineering Rotational Development Program (ERDP) – Materials Track for entry-level Materials Engineers.

You will rotate through three 12-month assignments in the Midwest, building technical skills with mentorship and real-world challenges in a globally leading manufacturing environment. You will develop in Ferrous Metallurgy, Failure Analysis, Quality Engineering, Heat Treat Engineering, and Product Development, while advancing your knowledge of Caterpillar’s

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited bachelor’s or master’s degree in Materials Engineering (Metallurgical/ Ceramic/ Mat Sci & Eng, etc.)
• GPA 3.0/4.0 or higher (no rounding)
• Candidates with up to 12 months of relevant work experience
• Willing to relocate and travel as needed

Responsibilities

• Rotate through three 12-month assignments located primarily in the midwestern United States.
• Contribute to materials engineering projects across Ferrous Metallurgy, Failure Analysis, Quality Engineering, Heat Treat Engineering and Product Development.
• Work with mentors and cross-functional teams to develop technical abilities and professional growth.
• Apply engineering principles to real-world manufacturing challenges and broaden Caterpillar's applications and markets

Skills

Analytical skills

Engineering principles

Project management

Collaboration

Communication

Willingness to relocate

Education

ABET-accredited Materials Engineering degree

Mechanical Engineering with Materials minor

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. offers the 2027 Engineering Rotational Development Program (ERDP) – Materials Track for entry-level Materials Engineers.

You will rotate through three 12-month assignments in the Midwest, building technical skills with mentorship and real-world challenges in a globally leading manufacturing environment. You will develop in Ferrous Metallurgy, Failure Analysis, Quality Engineering, Heat Treat Engineering, and Product Development, while advancing your knowledge of Caterpillar’s