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Lafayette

Engineering Project Team Leader.

ENGINEERING$128.5K–192.7K/YR
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. About LPSD The Large Power Systems Division (LPSD) is part of Caterpillar’s Power & Energy segment. Through this global organization, Caterpillar designs and manufacture large (greater than 18 liters) diesel and natural gas engines, powertrains and key engine systems. LPSD products and solutions support customers across power generation, industrial, marine, oil & gas, rail, services and Cat® machine applications worldwide. Job Summary: This position will have responsibility for various aspects of large engine design for the 3500 Platform Team. This role collaborates with industry and marketing teams to define engine requirements for programs and then works with performance, validation, component and system design teams to develop new products for Machine, Locomotive, Oil & Gas, and Industrial applications. Projects might include New Technology Investigation (NTI), New Product Introduction (NPI), Current Product Improvement (CPI), and general engineering maintenance. This position will close on 11/22/2026 at 11:59pm ET. What you will do: 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 reoccurring design team meetings Collaborate with Industry or marketing groups on program requirements Work with validation and L3 engineers to ensure completion of FMEAs and activities needed to fully validate engine designs 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 (TRL) reviews Schedule and lead engine design reviews and deep dive reviews for project milestones Create and update Teamcenter engine arrangement (ARC) models Bill of Material (BOM) Management Ownership of engineering drawing releasing for new designs Manage procurement of prototype designs utilizing 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 (PPRD) events and participate in Issue Resolution List (IRL) meetings to drive escalation of events to NPI issues Lead and support NPI Issue investigation and project resolution Define product structure for Pricing Arrangements (PA’s) and Price Lists (PL’s) to ensure product functional requirements and compatibility with available options Support customer service, industry, and marketing inquiries on past, current, and future products Lead or support CPI and Large Engine Product Improvement (LEPI) projects using Six Sigma DMAIC principles for defining root cause, solution implementation and validation between once product is moved to production until Gate Way 7 Degree Requirement: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology What you will have: Demonstrated project leadership Minimum of 5 years project management New Technology Investigation (NTI), New Product Introduction (NPI), Current Product Improvement (CPI) Top candidates will also have: Experience with diesel engines Familiarity of LPSD products Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously Additional Information: This position is in Lafayette, IN Relocation assistance is available for this position Sponsorship is not available for this position This position may require up to 10% travel This Job Description is intended as a general guide to the job duties for this position and is intended for the purpose of establishing the specific salary grade. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive summary of all responsibilities, duties and effort required of employees assigned to this job. At the discretion of management, this description may be changed at any time to address the evolving needs of the organization. #LI Summary Pay Range: $128,470.00 - $192,710.00 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: 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. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community. There’s more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar. Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee’s contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we’ve built.
Pay
$128.5k–192.7k/yr
Where
Lafayette · Indiana · United States of America
Work
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Posted
6 Nov, 2026
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