Caterpillar Inc. · 1 day ago
Hydraulic Systems Engineering Project Team Lead
Tucson, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$128K/yr - $193K/yrCaterpillar Inc. is a global team focused on building a better world through innovation and collaboration. The Hydraulic Systems Engineering Project Team Lead will serve as a technical leader and project coordinator, driving complex engineering projects from concept to completion, ensuring hydraulic system solutions meet performance, quality, and business objectives.
ConstructionMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingMechanical Engineering
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Work with machine business divisions, hydraulic system engineering, and hydraulic strategy groups to identify NPI, NTI, NSI, assurance of supply, and cost reduction opportunities for hydraulic valves
Oversee project progress, timelines, and costs; communicate status through regular gate reviews; address and resolve technical and operational challenges
Align efforts across component design, detailing, releasing, hydraulics strategy, manufacturing facilities, purchasing, and supply chain teams
Play an active role in supplier selection and development of potential suppliers
Act as gatekeeper, ensuring that all sourcing projects are identified and ready for review by the Hydraulics Sourcing Council
Qualification
Required
Requires a degree in an accredited Engineering, Computer Science, or Materials Science curriculum
Lead end-to-end engineering projects, including planning, execution, monitoring, and delivery
Manage project timelines, budgets, resources, and risk mitigation strategies
Coordinate cross-functional teams and ensure alignment with project goals and milestones
Oversee hydraulics-related projects, ensuring technical and operational requirements are met throughout the lifecycle
Maintain deep technical knowledge in hydraulic systems and components
Review and validate technical designs, specifications, and documentation
Stay current with industry trends, tools, and technologies to guide innovation and improvement
Provide hands-on support in solving complex engineering challenges involving hydraulic systems
Build trust and credibility with stakeholders through strong technical insight and clear communication
Advocate for engineering solutions that align with business objectives and customer needs
Lead technical discussions and influence decision-making across departments and project teams
Present hydraulics-related concepts and project strategies to non-technical audiences to gain support and drive action
This position requires the candidate to work onsite five days a week at the Tucson, AZ or Mossville, IL office
This position may require up to 10% travel
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
Company
Caterpillar Inc.
For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world.
Founded in 1925
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.51BKey Investors
US Department of EnergyAdvanced Propulsion Centre UK
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3.5B
2024-10-31Grant· $5.04M
2019-06-23Grant
Leadership Team
George Moubayed
Chief Sustainability and Strategy Officer / Senior Vice President Enterprise Strategy Division
E
Eric Sporre
Vice President & Global Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Recent News
Morningstar.com
2026-01-09
2026-01-09
Company data provided by crunchbase