Senior Design Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 113,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) savings plans

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Peoria, IL, is seeking a Senior Design Engineer for the Medium Wheel Loader (MWL) to lead current production design and global improvements.

You will coordinate across engineering, manufacturing, product support and suppliers, apply Creo/Teamcenter, and drive quality, cost and schedule objectives.

This role requires strong communication, project leadership, and the ability to work across multi-national teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required.
• Strong communication across global teams is essential.
• Proven project management skills with cross-functional coordination.
• Proficiency in Creo and Teamcenter or equivalent software.
• Ability to develop solutions for quality, velocity, and cost objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead all technical aspects of MWL current production design control and worldwide production.
• Lead MWL engineering/product group efforts for major quality events.
• Coordinate top-level updates among engineering, manufacturing, and product change coordinators globally.
• Serve as L6 Subject Matter Expert for MWL production processes.
• Collaborate with system teams to develop improvements or attachments for customers and business needs.
• Support manufacturing during production ramp-up and New Source Introductions.

Skills

Communication

Project management

Creo

Teamcenter

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Creo

Teamcenter

Job description

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.

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.

Caterpillar’s Earthmoving division is hiring a Medium Wheel Loader (MWL) Machine Lead (internally known as a Senior Design Engineer) to help drive innovation of our products globally.

This role requires excellent technical skills, project management, and effective project/daily assignment execution. Strong teamwork, collaboration, and organizational skills, along with solid technical background is essential. You will communicate technical information effectively with development engineers, management, process partners and dealers.

What You Will Do

• Lead all technical aspects of current production MWL design control and worldwide production.
• MWL engineering and/or product group leader for major quality events worldwide that impacts machine shipments.
• Lead the implementation of top-level updates/changes/additions among engineering designers, manufacturing engineers, product engineers at the vehicle plants, MWL commercial staff located globally, and product change coordinators at the plants.
• L6 Subject Matter Expert for MWL current production product and processes
• Collaborate and lead engineering system teams to develop improvements or attachments that meet customer and business needs.
• Support Manufacturing facilities during production ramp-up and New Source Introductions.

What You Have (Basic Qualifications/Core Skills)

• Degree requirement: Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• Influencing Through Expertise: Proven ability to communicate effectively across global teams, using deep technical knowledge to build trust and drive alignment.
• Project Management: Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional initiatives, with strong collaboration skills to coordinate efforts and deliver results.
• Technical Excellence: Candidate must have strong analytical skills and can use various design software (Creo and Teamcenter or similar directly aligned software). Incumbent will develop and provide solutions for significant technical issues related to quality, velocity, and cost objectives.
• Effective Communication: Strong communication skills, ability to manage multiple projects, and be a self-starter. Ability to build networks with people from different countries and cultures, think and work with them to bring positive impact and flourishing business results.

Top Candidates Will Also Have

• Experience in project design engineering & MWL product development.
• Deep technical expertise with wheel loader machines and applications.
• Concurrent development experience (with IF plants and/or PF suppliers) with multiple inputs from design, manufacturing, assembly, and product support.
• Experience in MRP and demand/ordering, product support systems.
• A strategic mindset with the ability to collaborate across multi-functional teams.
• Clear communicator that can present to all levels of the organization.
• Proven leadership and mediation skills and demonstrated capabilities with a focus on consensus building

Additional Information

• Office Model: This position requires the employee to work a 5-day-a-week schedule in the office.
• Travel: 10% of domestic and international travel is expected.
• Relocation: Domestic relocation will be available to those who qualify.
• Visa Sponsorship: Not available.

Summary Pay Range

$112,710.00 - $169,060.00

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

• 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

August 17, 2026 - August 31, 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.