Sanford, North Carolina, United States · On-site
$113k–$169k/yr
Career Area: Manufacturing 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 a…
Skills: Manufacturing engineering, Industrial engineering, Automation engineering, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma
Griffin, Georgia, United States · On-site
$22/hr–$29/hr
Career Area: Operations 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 …
Skills: Engine mechanic, Diesel engines, Automotive engines, Valve adjustments, Flow timing
Mossville, Illinois, United States · On-site
$113k–$169k/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…
Skills: Matlab, Simulink, C++, Positioning algorithms, Control algorithms
Dyer, Indiana, United States · On-site
$22/hr–$29/hr
Career Area: Operations 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 …
Skills: Welding, Straightening operations, Blueprint reading, Quality control, Inspection
Lafayette, Indiana, United States · On-site
$26/hr–$33/hr
Career Area: Operations 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 …
Skills: Machining, NC machine operation, Blueprint reading, Geometric tolerances, SPC
Mapleton, Illinois, United States · On-site
$26/hr–$39/hr
Career Area: Operations 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 …
Skills: Patternmaking, CNC machining, Blueprint reading, CAD, CAM
Wuxi, Jiangsu, China · On-site
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…
Skills: Battery engineering, Lithium-ion battery technology, Battery pack architecture, Battery thermal management, High-voltage systems
Mapleton, Illinois, United States · On-site
$23/hr–$28/hr
Career Area: Operations 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 …
Skills: Melting operations, Control station operation, Signal analysis, Manufacturing equipment operation, Heavy machinery operation
Tianjin, Tianjin, China · On-site
Career Area: Students and Graduates 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 ot…
Skills: Product issue management, Process standardization, Dashboard tracking, Meeting facilitation, Computer skills
Dyer, Indiana, United States · On-site
$22/hr–$29/hr
Career Area: Operations 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 …
Skills: Welding, MIG welding, Robotic welding, Blueprint reading, Quality inspection
Mapleton, Illinois, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$25/hr
Career Area: Operations 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 …
Skills: Core making, Machine operation, Equipment maintenance, Sand handling, Molding
Ciénega de Flores, Nuevo León, Mexico · On-site
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 eac…
Skills: Problem solving, Attention to detail, Service excellence, Inventory control, Logistics operations
Pontiac, Illinois, United States · On-site
$113k–$169k/yr
Career Area: Procurement 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…
Skills: Procurement, Supplier management, Contract administration, Strategic sourcing, Supplier negotiations
Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico · On-site
Career Area: Technology, Digital and Data 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 e…
Skills: Application Testing, QA, Azure DevOps, UFT, Playwright
Burlington, Ontario, Canada · On-site
$79k–$103k/yr
Career Area: Sales 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 m…
Skills: Sales support, Finance quotations, Financial products, Customer service, Data analysis
Santa Catarina, Nuevo León, Mexico · On-site
Career Area: Manufacturing 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 a…
Skills: Quality Control, GD&T, Blueprint Reading, Measurement Instruments, Calibration
Prague, Prague, Czechia · On-site
Career Area: Finance 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…
Skills: Proposal management, Project management, Mechanical engineering, Electrical engineering, Gas motors
Mossville, Illinois, United States · On-site
$113k–$169k/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…
Skills: Embedded systems, Software development, Requirements analysis, Technical troubleshooting, Problem solving
Torreón, Coahuila, Mexico · On-site
Career Area: Manufacturing 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 a…
Skills: Production Management, Logistics, Warehouse Operations, Shop Floor Control, Inventory Management
Decatur, Illinois, United States · On-site
$98k–$146k/yr
Career Area: Manufacturing 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 a…
Skills: Manufacturing process engineering, Lean manufacturing, GD&T, Problem solving, Decision making
Sanford, North Carolina, United States • On-site
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The Manufacturing Digital Project Engineer leads transformative initiatives to digitize production systems and improve operational efficiency, quality, and safety. This role bridges the gap between engineering and operations by implementing scalable, data-driven manufacturing solutions.
Candidates must have experience in manufacturing, industrial, or automation engineering with a strong background in Lean or Six Sigma methodologies. Proficiency in project management and the ability to communicate effectively across cross-functional teams are essential for this role.
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.
Are you passionate about using technology, data, and innovation to solve complex manufacturing challenges? As a Manufacturing Digital Project Engineer, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of manufacturing by leading transformative initiatives that improve how we build, operate, and continuously improve our operations.
In this role, you won't just support manufacturing processes. You'll help redefine them. From digitizing key performance indicators and modernizing production systems to implementing cutting-edge technologies that enhance efficiency, quality, safety, and production stability, you'll be at the forefront of manufacturing transformation.
The Manufacturing Digital Project Engineer plays a key role in driving operational excellence by leading high‑impact projects that improve safety, quality, efficiency, and production stability. This role partners closely with cross‑functional teams to deliver end‑to‑end solutions, ensuring successful execution from concept through implementation.
In this position, you will support development of modern manufacturing capabilities aligned with Enterprise Capability Owners, with a strong focus on production stability and optimizing manufacturing performance. Using Lean Manufacturing techniques, you will lead initiatives related to process improvements, and equipment integration, while identifying opportunities to enhance operational efficiency across the enterprise.
This role supports the transition of innovative ideas into scalable, production‑ready solutions. By leveraging technical expertise, data‑driven insights, and collaboration across engineering and operations teams, you will help bridge development and end to end manufacturing (fabrication, machining, assembly, and support roles) to deliver reliable, high‑quality outcomes in a dynamic environment.
Develop a strong understanding of manufacturing processes and how they interact in a system environment
Monitor and manage manufacturing processes digitally
Evaluate existing manufacturing processes and equipment to identify automation opportunities, gaps, and improvement potential including kanban, gravity, digital tools and processes
Connect manufacturing process knowledge with digital solution design, including data capture, process monitoring, visualization, and performance analytics
Collaborate with engineering, operations, IT, controls and other facility support teams to resolve solution issues and improve reliability
Support installation, commissioning, ramp‑up, and stabilization of automation processes in manufacturing and supplier environments
Communicate technical findings, recommendations, and results to Enterprise Capability Owners (ECOs), operations, leadership, suppliers, and internal customers
Deploy technical strategies, provide technical guidance and mentoring to pilot locations for modern manufacturing solutions
Engineering – MFG: Experience in manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, automation engineering, or a related technical field. Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, industrial automation, and data-driven decision making. Experience applying Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies to improve operational performance.
Project Management: Strong project management skills with the ability to lead multiple initiatives simultaneously. Experience managing technical projects from concept through implementation, commissioning, and stabilization. Knowledge of data analytics, KPI development, dashboard creation, and performance visualization tools.
Decision Making & Critical Thinking: Demonstrated ability to analyze complex manufacturing challenges, evaluate multiple solutions, and make data-driven decisions. Communication is the most important skill for this role. You will collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization to drive digital manufacturing initiatives. Since this role supports enterprise-wide objectives, success depends on your ability to build relationships, establish trust, and create influence across teams and locations.
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Controls Engineering.
Experience leading digital manufacturing, automation, or process improvement initiatives in a manufacturing environment.
Domestic relocation assistance is NOT available
Visa sponsorship is NOT available with this position
Up to 10% travel may be required
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.
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
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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Solving our customers' toughest challenges
For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed. With 2024 sales and revenues of $64.8 billion, 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. Caterpillar does business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries and Energy & Transportation – and provides financing and related services through our Financial Products segment.
Offices: Irving, Texas, US
Solving our customers' toughest challenges
For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed. With 2024 sales and revenues of $64.8 billion, 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. Caterpillar does business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries and Energy & Transportation – and provides financing and related services through our Financial Products segment.
Offices: Irving, Texas, US
