Engineering Project Team Leader

Caterpillar Inc.

Engineering Project Team Leader leading cross-functional engineering projects for large mining trucks at Caterpillar. Focusing on design, integration, and collaboration with mechanical and electrical teams.

Posted 6/20/2026full-timeTucson • Arizona, Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $128,470 - $192,710 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end-to-end engineering projects, defining scope aligned to business priorities while driving execution across cost, quality, timing, and delivery.
Own mechanical design and integration of electrical systems within large, complex vehicle platforms, ensuring robust routing, protection, and packaging.
Design and develop installation hardware (e.g., brackets, harness routing, enclosures) that balance performance with durability.
Drive cross-functional collaboration across product development, manufacturing, supply chain, commercial, and product support teams to deliver optimized solutions.
Partner with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure manufacturability, serviceability, and lifecycle efficiency while supporting supplier development.
Lead prototype builds, validation, and testing activities, including fit, form, function, and durability assessments.
Establish design requirements and lead design reviews to ensure alignment with engineering standards, best practices, and environmental/mechanical constraints.
Mentor and guide project teams, influencing technical decisions, resolving complex issues, and driving alignment across diverse stakeholders.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related accredited engineering discipline.
Proven ability to lead multiple large scale engineering projects from concept through production in a cross-functional environment.
Experience with large mining trucks, heavy equipment, or other equipment related to mining applications.
Computer-Aided Design & Engineering: Extensive experience with Creo, Vis View, and Teamcenter, Electric SDP.
Background in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or integrated systems design.
Hands-on experience with vehicle systems integration, including routing, packaging, structural interfaces, and installation design.

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

mechanical designelectrical systems integrationinstallation hardware designprototype buildsvalidation and testingdesign requirements establishmentproject managementcross-functional collaborationvehicle systems integrationstructural interfaces

Soft Skills

leadershipmentoringproblem-solvinginfluencingcommunicationcollaborationalignmentdecision-makingstakeholder engagementconflict resolution

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineeringaccredited engineering discipline