San Diego, California, United States · On-site
$81k–$122k/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: Decision making, Critical thinking, Problem solving, Initiative, Adaptability
Wuxi, Jiangsu, China · On-site
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: CNC Operation, Mechanical Drawing Interpretation, Precision Measurement Tools, 5S Methodology, TPM
Košice, Region of Košice, Slovakia · 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: Technical Troubleshooting, Customer Service, Root Cause Identification, Systems Thinking, Application Support
Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany · On-site
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: Dimensional Control, Metrology, 3D Measurement Technology, CMM Operation, Zeiss Calypso
Mossville, Illinois, United States · On-site
$148k–$222k/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: Electric Motor Design, Generator Design, ePowertrain Systems, NTI/NPI/CPI Processes, Root Cause Analysis
Mossville, Illinois, United States · On-site
$148k–$222k/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: Program Management, New Product Introduction (NPI), Strategic Planning, Quality Management, Budget Management
East Peoria, Illinois, 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: PLC Programming, HMI Development, Industrial Automation, Technical Troubleshooting, Project Management
Morton, Illinois, United States · On-site
$159k–$239k/yr
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: Demand Planning, Supply Chain Strategy, Inventory Management, Analytical Thinking, Strategic Thinking
Griffin, Georgia, United States · On-site
$25/hr–$43/hr
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: Analytical Skills, Troubleshooting, Root Cause Analysis, Problem-solving, Critical Thinking
Decatur, Illinois, United States · On-site
$25/hr–$43/hr
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: Analytical Skills, Troubleshooting, Root Cause Analysis, Problem-solving, Critical Thinking
Mossville, Illinois, United States · On-site
$89k–$134k/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: Analytical Skills, Troubleshooting, Root Cause Analysis, Problem-solving, Critical Thinking
Mossville, Illinois, United States · On-site
$25/hr–$43/hr
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: Analytical Skills, Troubleshooting, Root Cause Analysis, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking
Mossville, Illinois, United States · On-site
$81k–$134k/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: Analytical Skills, Troubleshooting, Root Cause Analysis, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking
Piracicaba, São Paulo, Brazil · 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: SAP Basis Administration, Hana Database Administration, Linux, Shell Scripting, SQL
Mossville, Illinois, United States · On-site
$25/hr–$43/hr
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: Analytical Skills, Troubleshooting, Root Cause Analysis, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking
Decatur, Illinois, United States · On-site
$25/hr–$43/hr
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: Analytical skills, Troubleshooting, Root cause analysis, Problem-solving, Critical thinking
Green Valley, Arizona, United States · On-site
$25/hr–$43/hr
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: Analytical Skills, Troubleshooting, Root Cause Analysis, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking
Piracicaba, São Paulo, Brazil · 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: ServiceNow Virtual Agent, Generative AI, ITSM, Conversational Design, Now Assist
Tianjin, Tianjin, China · 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: Collections Management, Accounts Receivable, Dispute Resolution, Credit Risk Management, Infor LN
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
$25/hr–$43/hr
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: Python, Java, SQL, Snowflake, AWS
San Diego, California, United States • On-site
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Participate in a three-year rotational program across functions such as Manufacturing Engineering, Frontline Leadership, and Supply Chain. The role focuses on building foundational technical and leadership skills to solve challenges within operations and manufacturing.
Requires a degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or a relevant Engineering/Technology field with a minimum GPA of 2.8/4.0. Candidates must be willing to relocate domestically for rotations and post-program assignments.
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 the Role
Caterpillar's Leadership and Technical Development Program (LTDP) for Operations Leadership is a three-year rotational program designed to accelerate development of entry-level talent and provide a solid foundation for meeting challenges within operations and manufacturing. Being part of the LTDP team offers you a broad exposure to Caterpillar, presents diverse project responsibilities, engages you in a global team, provides cross-functional job experiences and includes valuable networking opportunities with all levels of Caterpillar leadership. This program provides the opportunity to build foundational technical and leadership skills for future success within the organization. Upon successful completion of the three-year program, Operations Leadership professionals will be placed in a role with the expectation of being in that role a minimum of two years.
What You Will Do
Professionals within the program will complete three 12-month rotations, which are defined based on business needs. You must be willing to travel and relocate to any participating facility in North America upon hire and throughout each rotation while in the program. You’ll join a team with diverse project responsibilities and have experiences including (but not limited to):
What You Have – Skills and Experiences
In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute your unique skills and experiences. Below are some of the most critical skills:
Program Qualifications
Top Candidates May Also Have
Additional Information:
Final details:
Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.
Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
Recent graduates should explore our direct hire positions at www.caterpillar.com/careers. For more information, visit caterpillar.com. To connect with us on social media, visit caterpillar.com/social-media.
$79,800.00 - $119,760.00
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.
Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
These benefits also apply to part-time employees
This position requires working onsite five days a week.
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
This position requires working onsite five days a week.
Relocation is available for this position.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
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
