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Engineering Project Team Leader
Caterpillar Inc.. Lead design, development, and validation related to 3500 engines through NTI, NPI, and CPI processes .
Posted 11/6/2026full-timeLafayette • Illinois • United StatesSenior💰 $128,470 - $192,710 per yearWebsite
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in leading design and development processes for engine projects, including validation and project management. Proficient in utilizing Six Sigma DMAIC principles and managing cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and enhance product performance.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Project ManagementNew Product Introduction (NPI)New Technology Investigation (NTI)Six Sigma DMAIC PrinciplesDiesel Engine Experience
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Hard Skills
Design ValidationFMEATeamcenterBills Of Material (BOM)Engineering Drawing ReleasePrototype Design ProcurementSimulation TestingIssue ResolutionProduct Structure DefinitionProject Leadership
Soft Skills
CommunicationCollaborationProblem-SolvingStakeholder ManagementLeadership
Tools & Technologies
Prove Design Order (PDO)Test CellsVirtual Audits
Industry Keywords
LPSD ProductsPre-Production Reliability DevelopmentCPILarge Engine Product ImprovementEngine Performance Development
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesAssembly
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead design, development, and validation related to 3500 engines through NTI, NPI, and CPI processes
- Oversee project progress and manage costs while communicating status with stakeholders
- Host and document recurring design team meetings
- Collaborate with industry or marketing groups on program requirements
- Work with validation and L3 engineers to complete FMEAs and engine design validation activities
- Support engine performance development and validation in test cells and field locations
- Develop documentation and present material for Design, Gateway, Stakeholder, and Technical Readiness Level reviews
- Schedule and lead engine design reviews and deep dive reviews for project milestones
- Create and update Teamcenter engine arrangement (ARC) models
- Manage bills of material (BOMs)
- Own engineering drawing release for new designs
- Manage prototype design procurement using the Prove Design Order (PDO) system
- Track and resolve issues found during simulation, virtual audits, testing, and assembly
- Work with Tech Center, factory, and dealer technicians to build prototype engines
- Monitor Pre-Production Reliability Development events and participate in Issue Resolution List meetings
- Lead and support NPI issue investigation and project resolution
- Define product structure for Pricing Arrangements and Price Lists
- Support customer service, industry, and marketing inquiries on past, current, and future products
- Lead or support CPI and Large Engine Product Improvement projects using Six Sigma DMAIC principles
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology
- Demonstrated project leadership
- Minimum of 5 years project management
- Experience with New Technology Investigation (NTI), New Product Introduction (NPI), and Current Product Improvement (CPI)
- Experience with diesel engines preferred for top candidates
- Familiarity of LPSD products preferred for top candidates
- Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously preferred for top candidates
- Ability to work onsite five days a week
- Ability to travel up to 10%
- Successful completion of a drug screen
- Visa sponsorship is not available
Benefits
Comp & perks- 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
- Relocation assistance