Decatur, 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: Business Process Improvement, Tactical Planning, Strategic Planning, Quality Management, Analytical Thinking
Decatur, Illinois, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$22/hr
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Skills: Color Tinting, Paint Mixing, Top Coating, Curing, Masking
Decatur, Illinois, United States · On-site
$17/hr–$20/hr
Position: Warehouse/Package Company: Morgan Distributing, Inc. Location: Decatur, IL Interested in joining a growing, family-owned business? ...If so, we want to talk with you! Come join our family! Founded in 1954, Morg…
Skills: Shipping and receiving, Forklift operation, Electric pallet jack operation, Inventory management, Order picking
Decatur, Illinois, United States · On-site
Job Description: Company Description Illinois Tool Works, Inc. (NYSE: ITW) is a Fortune 200 global industrial company centered on a differentiated business model. The company’s seven business segments leverage the 80/20 …
Skills: Quality Engineering, Root Cause Analysis, Corrective and Preventive Actions, Advanced Quality Planning, PFMEA
Decatur, Illinois, United States · On-site
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Skills: Team Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Production Planning, Performance Management, Coaching
Decatur, Illinois, United States · On-site
$80k–$110k/yr
Join Our Team at voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak! Embark on a rewarding career journey with voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak, North America's premier designer and manufacturer of special trackwork. With a legacy s…
Skills: Financial Reporting, Cost Accounting, Budgeting, Forecasting, SAP
Decatur, Illinois, United States · On-site
$22/hr–$26/hr
Service Center Decatur IL JOB SUMMARY Caliber Collision has an immediate job opening for an Automotive Painter to perform all-purpose duties, which may include, but not limited to: Preparing color tint to match paint col…
Skills: Color Tinting, Paint Mixing, Top Coating, Curing, Masking
Decatur, Illinois, United States · On-site
$35/hr–$37/hr
Millwright 1 & 2, Dec | PrimientAbout Primient Primient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We d…
Skills: Precision Alignment, Preventative Maintenance, Industrial Piping, Welding, Brazing
Decatur, Illinois, United States · On-site
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Skills: Welding, Pipefitting, Blueprint Reading, Isometric Drawing Interpretation, Hydrostatic Testing
Decatur, Illinois, United States · On-site
Millwright Must be able to install, repair, replace and dismantle the machinery and heavy equipment used in industrial settings. This is accomplished by performing the following essential duties and responsibilities. Oth…
Skills: Machinery Installation, Equipment Repair, Precision Alignment, Blueprint Reading, Welding
Decatur, Illinois, United States · On-site
Forklift Operator Summary Responsible for operating a stationary or traveling Forklift to lift, move, position, and reposition loads. Depresses buttons, lifts levers, and ensures load is safely loaded to Forklift before …
Skills: Forklift Operation, CDL, Passenger Endorsement, Equipment Maintenance, Load Positioning
Decatur, Illinois, United States · On-site
Welder - Structural This person must be able to join steel components or metal plates using blueprints, work orders, welding procedures or oral instructions through the application of heat or electric arc-welding equipme…
Skills: Mig Welding, Structural Welding, Blueprint Reading, Gas-Metal Arc Welding, Flux-Cored Arc Welding
Decatur, Illinois, United States · On-site
Summary: Austin Industrial is a merit shop, employee-owned company and has been a provider of construction, maintenance, plant services, turnaround and specialty services to the oil, gas and chemical, energy (power and e…
Skills: Scaffold Construction, Tubular Scaffolding, Safety Inspection, OSHA Compliance, Material Handling
Decatur, Illinois, United States · On-site
Insulation Leadman: Must be able to apply, remove, and repair insulating material to exposed surfaces or structures, such as air ducts, hot or cold pipes, storage tanks, boilers and buildings to help control noise and ma…
Skills: Insulation Application, Blueprint Reading, Material Selection, Measuring and Cutting, Adhesive Application
Decatur, Illinois, United States · On-site
General Laborer Will perform various labor-intensive tasks in an industrial setting under the direction of a supervisor or foreman. May operate a variety of hand and power tools. May clean and prepare sites, dig trenches…
Skills: Manual Labor, Hand Tools, Power Tools, Asphalt Patching, Excavation
Decatur, Illinois, United States · On-site
$63k–$83k/yr
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Skills: Production Management, Employee Leadership, Safety Leadership, Quality Assurance, Shipping Coordination
Decatur, Illinois, United States · On-site
$62k–$77k/yr
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Skills: Sample Preparation, Data Analysis, Laboratory Equipment Calibration, Technical Writing, Safety Compliance
Decatur, Illinois, United States · 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: Industrial Painting, HVLP Spray Systems, Compliant Spray Equipment, Overhead Crane Operation, Hoist Operation
Decatur, Illinois, United States · On-site
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Skills: IT Support, Systems Administration, Network Troubleshooting, Endpoint Management, Hardware Troubleshooting
Decatur, Illinois, United States · On-site
About Austin Industrial Austin Industrial delivers premier maintenance, construction, and soft craft services to leading industrial companies across the U.S. An industry leader for more than 60 years, we offer single-sou…
Skills: Maximo, CMMS, Forklift Operation, Inventory Management, Microsoft Suite
Decatur, Illinois, United States • On-site
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Lead the system architecture and integration of complex configurations for large mining equipment platforms. Translate technical concepts into scalable, production-ready solutions while coordinating between engineering, manufacturing, and product teams.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and expertise in systems integration and configuration within heavy equipment or complex manufacturing. Candidates should be proficient in PLM systems, quality management, and continuous improvement methodologies.
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.
Join Caterpillar, where innovation meets real-world impact, and help power the machines that build the world. As a Senior Engineer - Configurator Systems Integration in our Decatur, IL facility, you will play a critical role in shaping how some of the largest, most advanced mining equipment on the planet is concepted, architected, and integrated from new products and components to advanced technologies that enable next-generation performance across the enterprise.
Primary location for this position is Decatur, IL
May require 15% travel - weekly visits to Production Facilities
Sponsorship is not available
In this role, you will support the Large Wheel Loader, Wheel Dozer, and Compactor product lines within Caterpillar Resource Industries Operations and Products Division. Your primary focus will be on integration engineering for the 995 and 993 machine platforms. You will serve as a key technical leader responsible for defining system architecture, integrating complex configurations, and ensuring seamless interaction between mechanical, electrical, and digital components. This position is instrumental in bringing new product technologies to life and translating concepts into scalable, production-ready solutions while driving alignment across engineering, manufacturing, and product teams.
Researching and developing design parameters, performance characteristics, and technical specifications of new products and components.
Guiding the evolution of the technical design, technical project planning, performance analysis, and development testing.
Participating in supplier selection and capabilities assessment.
Monitoring, exploring, and testing new technologies, materials, and components to understand product or process improvement opportunities.
Constructing and fabricating prototype equipment; overseeing materials selection, process optimization and process yield, as well as reliability testing and failure analysis.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field
Business Process Improvement: Applies BPI methodologies to identify inefficiencies, define processes, and support implementation of streamlined, more effective business operations.
Planning (Tactical, Strategic): Contributes to operational and tactical planning by tracking progress, adapting to changes, and ensuring alignment with short- and mid-term business objectives.
Quality Management: Supports quality objectives by applying continuous improvement principles, adhering to standards, and utilizing quality tools to evaluate and enhance outcomes.
Analytical Thinking: Leverages advanced analytical techniques to identify root causes, evaluate risks and trade-offs, and develop data-driven solutions to complex problems.
Effective Communications: Communicates clearly and professionally through written and verbal channels, delivering feedback, adapting messaging, and interpreting both verbal and non-verbal cues.
Problem Solving: Identifies, analyzes, and resolves issues using structured problem-solving methods, balancing stakeholder perspectives and evaluating solution alternatives.
Systems Thinking: Analyzes interdependencies within systems to diagnose root causes, optimize performance, and implement solutions that align resources to business outcomes.
Experience in heavy equipment, mining equipment, or complex manufacturing industries.
Proven experience in systems integration engineering, configuration engineering, or complex product development environments.
Strong understanding of system architecture, system interdependencies, and integration methodologies (Systems Thinking).
Hands-on experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems and product configuration platforms.
Working knowledge of quality management systems (QMS) and continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.).
Experience with prototyping, system testing, validation, and verification processes to ensure product quality and reliability.
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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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.
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