Supply Chain Project Engineer

Caterpillar; Mossville (IL); On-site; USD 148,000 - 222,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) savings plans

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development

Incentive bonus

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Supply Chain Project Engineer to drive integrated supply chain improvements and ROI evaluations across the PSLD. The role focuses on delivering performance enhancements, partnerships, and data-driven opportunities in a global business.

Based in Peoria, IL or Dallas, TX with up to 30% travel, you will analyze opportunities, develop benchmarks, and lead cross-functional teams to achieve cost-effective supply chains for Caterpillar's customers.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of measurement techniques to assess work quality and output.
• Ability to analyze root causes and craft effective solutions.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams to solve problems.
• Familiarity with SOPs and improving operational procedures.
• Understanding of supplier relations and manufacturing supply chains.
• Ability to establish data-driven opportunities and ROI analyses.
• Proven collaboration across functions to achieve results.
• Strong decision-making under complex conditions.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement integrated supply chain improvements and ROI opportunities.
• Establish links with business partners and internal functions for best practices.
• Benchmark industry standards to optimize supplier and product supply chains.
• Develop data analyses to prioritize opportunities improving performance and cost efficiency.

Skills

Effectiveness Measurement

Analytical Thinking

Cross-Team Integration

Decision Making

Project Management

SOP Knowledge

Supplier Management - MFG

Supply Chain Management - MFG

Job description

Career Area:

Supply Chain and Logistics

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.

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you’re joining a global team who care not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers and future work 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.

Our Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly every element of the services value stream. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts Distribution of Cat Parts, Integrated Logistics and Global Services supporting Caterpillar dealers and customers. Our teams work together in critical areas that leverage digital capabilities, technology and operational excellence.

As a Supply Chain Project Engineer, you will perform analysis to identify and develop business improvement opportunities and to evaluate return on investment (ROI) of the opportunity.

Additional Information:

• Location: Peoria, IL & Dallas, TX (United States)
• Required Travel: Up to 30% (Domestic & International)
• Relocation Assistance Offered: Domestic
• US Work Sponsorship Offered: None

What You Will Do:

• Identify, define and implement integrated supply chain solutions and performance improvements, including building internal and external alliances to explore opportunities.
• Establish effective linkages, partnerships, and best practices with business partners and internal functions.
• Investigate and incorporate industry benchmarks, metrics and best practices to develop optimal supply chains for suppliers and/or product sets.
• Develop and analyze data and information to identify and prioritize opportunities for improving performance and creating more cost-effective supply chains, inventory utilization, and business partnerships.

What You Have (Basic Requirements):

• Effectiveness Measurement: Knowledge of effective measurement techniques and ability to measure the quality and quantity of work effort for the purpose of improvement.
• Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
• Cross-Team Integration: Understanding of the importance of inter-team collaboration in breaking down silos and achieving business results; ability to lead employees from various functions to communicate, coordinate work across divisions, and collaborate in solving problems as one team.
• Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
• Project Management: Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives.
• Standard Operating Procedures: Knowledge of established standard operating procedures (SOP); ability to design, implement and evaluate standard operating procedures affecting daily and strategic business operations in order to increase operational efficiency.
• Supplier Management - MFG: Knowledge of processes and methods to effectively manage business relationships and transactions with suppliers of raw materials or product components; ability to apply related knowledge, experience and skills into real practice.
• Supply Chain Management - MFG: Knowledge of functions, principles and techniques used in supply chain management; ability to develop and use, strategies, practices and tools for controlling the logistical processes.

What You Will Get:

This is Caterpillar – creating and delivering world‑class components and solutions superior to the competition. Learn more about The Caterpillar Experience and why It’s More Than a Job, it’s a Careerat Caterpillar.

Learn more about what happens inside Caterpillar’s Product Support & Logistics Division (PSLD)..

About Caterpillar:

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off‑highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel‑electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed to and contributing to a reduced‑carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

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Summary Pay Range:

$147,760.00 - $221,640.00

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:

October 14, 2026 - October 28, 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.

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