Caterpillar Inc. · 7 hours ago
NPI Team Leader
Mossville, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$148K/yr - $222K/yrCaterpillar Inc. is a global leader in engineering and technology solutions, dedicated to building sustainable communities. They are seeking an NPI Team Leader to manage the New Product Introduction process within their mining business, ensuring program deliverables, timelines, and resources are effectively coordinated and executed.
ConstructionMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingMechanical Engineering
No H1B
Responsibilities
Leads activities defining NPI Program deliverables, scope, timelines and financial business case
Develops overall NPI program schedule considering customer and business requirements of all teams involved from product development to validation and value chain readiness
Creates, leads and coordinates NPI Gate Reviews and other stakeholder reviews
Manages the NPI Program Team and keeps a close eye on any gaps to achieve program goals for time, cost, and quality
Acts as a link between all the teams involved in NPI Program execution to drive a consistent approach in gap resolutions and developing recommendation for leadership decisions
Ensuring that the necessary resources are in place to support the programs
Executing the NPI process within the NPI management tool and ensuring the NPI training for team members
Providing input to the multi-year Autonomy & Automation product strategy
Executing NPI programs to support the Autonomy & Automation product strategy
Qualification
Required
Degree from Accredited College or university technical degree
Proven experience in the Mining and/or Construction Industry
Demonstrated progressive experience in technical (engineering) background managing global projects or programs
Communicates clearly with diverse audiences, including senior leadership and cross‑functional teams
Delivers complex program and investment information with clarity and influence
Strengthens communication culture and coach's others on effective communication practices
Leads large, complex, multi-functional programs
Skilled in Caterpillar's NPI process, cross-functional leadership, and phase-gate execution
Applies Six Sigma and CPI methodologies to improve quality, cost, and delivery
Oversees risk management, governance, reporting, and stakeholder alignment across integrated projects
Coaches project managers and drives program visibility through strong communication and controls
Develops and executes tactical plans supporting major programs and NPI initiatives
Aligns resources, schedules, and budgets with broader business strategy
Integrates multi-functional planning across engineering, commercial, product support, field operations, supply chain, and finance
Preferred
Knowledge of the corporate NPI Process
Ability to build solid, highly collaborative business relationships
Excellent problem-solving skills
Good leadership and team management capabilities
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong commercial, business, and engineering knowledge
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
2026-01-22
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