Caterpillar Inc. · 12 hours ago
Supply Chain Project Engineer
Morton, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$148K/yr - $222K/yrCaterpillar Inc. is a global team dedicated to creating stronger, sustainable communities. As a Supply Chain Project Engineer, you will partner with suppliers and dealers to support machine and component rebuilds, ensuring optimal performance and business growth in Caterpillar's aftermarket supply chain.
ConstructionMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingMechanical Engineering
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop the vision and manage a multigeneration project plan supporting key elements of Caterpillar’s 2030 growth strategy
Lead annual target setting to support strategic goals and guide the department’s business planning process
Develop the department budget and long-term business plans
Build strong partnerships across product and marketing teams, component divisions, machine divisions, and internal process partners
Establish and govern best practices, partnerships, and alignment across all stakeholders
Identify, define, and implement integrated supply chain solutions to enhance performance and reduce cost
Investigate industry benchmarks and best practices to drive continuous improvement in inventory utilization, supplier networks, and supply chain health
Analyze data to prioritize opportunities, optimize supply chains, and improve business outcomes
Collaborate with simulation and modeling experts to design and optimize supply chain flows
Qualification
Required
Supply chain experience that brings knowledge of lean supply chain principles, concepts, systems, processes, root cause corrective action and analytical tools
Understanding of inventory management and demand planning
Product experience—understanding how machines, components, or engines are designed and used
Factory/manufacturing experience—exposure to build processes, production flow, or operations
Aftermarket experience—familiarity with service, rebuilds, component life cycles, or parts business
Value chain experience—knowledge of how parts move from suppliers through manufacturing, distribution, and the dealer/customer network
Knowledge of effective measurement techniques and ability to measure the quality and quantity of work effort for the purpose of improvement
Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems
Understanding of the importance of inter-team collaboration in breaking down silos and achieving business results; ability to lead employees from various functions to communicate, coordinate work across divisions, and collaborate in solving problems as one team
Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment
Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives
Knowledge of supplier operations processes and ability to shape demand to supplier
Ability to craft plans with supplier on supply conformance and parts coverage, engineer the value chain pipeline for superior rebuild performance
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, Materials Science) or related field
APICS CPIM or CSCP National Certification
Cross-functional experiences in Manufacturing / Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Purchasing, or Parts Distribution is highly desired
Experience with the Lean or 6 Sigma principles
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
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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