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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.
Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment. You will have the opportunity to join the Resource Industries Division supporting Large Mining Trucks. You’ll work across the full product lifecycle on Large Mining Trucks, from early concept through production. You will collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical system, manufacturing, and supplier teams.
About the Role
As a Engineering Project Team Leader, you will lead multiple or complex engineering projects that span functions, organizations, products, and value chains. You will define project scope, align business and technical priorities, coordinate cross-functional resources, and drive progress from concept through execution. This is a high-visibility opportunity for an engineering leader who can combine technical excellence, project leadership, and stakeholder influence to help deliver innovative solutions for customers and the business.
This role is ideal for Mechanical Engineers with experience leading projects related to vehicle systems, structures, packaging, routing, and integration, as well as Electrical Engineering Leaders who enjoy working at the intersection of both disciplines.
Why This Role Stands Out
End-to-end ownership: Influence design decisions from concept through validation and production, including machine transport and assembly tradeoffs.
True cross-functional collaboration: Work alongside mechanical design, electrical systems, manufacturing, suppliers, and purchasing to optimize performance, quality, durability, and cost.
Complex product systems: Apply your engineering expertise to large, highly integrated off-highway mining trucks operating in demanding environments.
Growth & impact: Strengthen leadership skills while delivering high-value solutions to customers across diverse applications and platforms.
What You Will Do
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.
Degree Requirement
Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related accredited engineering discipline.
What Skills You Will Bring
Project Management: expert-level ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control complex engineering projects involving multiple stakeholders.
Technical Excellence: strong technical depth and the ability to develop solutions to significant engineering challenges while engaging the right subject matter experts.
Influencing Through Expertise: proven ability to communicate complex ideas clearly, provide credible recommendations, and influence decisions with evidence-based insight.
Team Management: demonstrated ability to lead teams, unify contributors around shared objectives, and maintain momentum through execution.
Requirements Analysis: experience translating business and technical needs into clear requirements, documentation, and traceable deliverables.
Troubleshooting Technical Problems: ability to evaluate business impact, isolate root causes, and resolve difficult technical problems in a manufacturing or product environment.
Product Design and Development: experience guiding products, technologies, or services from concept through development and into production or deployment.
Products and Services Knowledge: understanding of how products, services, and value chains interact, including operational and competitive considerations.
Top Candidates Will Have
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.
Additional Information:
The primary work location for this role is Tucson, AZ - Mining Center, with a secondary location being Decatur, IL.
Requirement is to work on-site full-time at a Caterpillar facility.
Sponsorship is not available for this position.
This role might require up to 25% travel.
Summary Pay Range:
$128,470.00 - $192,710.00Compensation 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.
Benefits:
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
Relocation is available for this position. Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Posting Dates:
July 31, 2026 - August 8, 2026Any 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.
Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.
Career Area:
EngineeringJob 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 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.
Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment. You will have the opportunity to join the Resource Industries Division supporting Large Mining Trucks. You’ll work across the full product lifecycle on Large Mining Trucks, from early concept through production. You will collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical system, manufacturing, and supplier teams.
About the Role
As a Engineering Project Team Leader, you will lead multiple or complex engineering projects that span functions, organizations, products, and value chains. You will define project scope, align business and technical priorities, coordinate cross-functional resources, and drive progress from concept through execution. This is a high-visibility opportunity for an engineering leader who can combine technical excellence, project leadership, and stakeholder influence to help deliver innovative solutions for customers and the business.
This role is ideal for Mechanical Engineers with experience leading projects related to vehicle systems, structures, packaging, routing, and integration, as well as Electrical Engineering Leaders who enjoy working at the intersection of both disciplines.
Why This Role Stands Out
End-to-end ownership: Influence design decisions from concept through validation and production, including machine transport and assembly tradeoffs.
True cross-functional collaboration: Work alongside mechanical design, electrical systems, manufacturing, suppliers, and purchasing to optimize performance, quality, durability, and cost.
Complex product systems: Apply your engineering expertise to large, highly integrated off-highway mining trucks operating in demanding environments.
Growth & impact: Strengthen leadership skills while delivering high-value solutions to customers across diverse applications and platforms.
What You Will Do
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.
Degree Requirement
Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related accredited engineering discipline.
What Skills You Will Bring
Project Management: expert-level ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control complex engineering projects involving multiple stakeholders.
Technical Excellence: strong technical depth and the ability to develop solutions to significant engineering challenges while engaging the right subject matter experts.
Influencing Through Expertise: proven ability to communicate complex ideas clearly, provide credible recommendations, and influence decisions with evidence-based insight.
Team Management: demonstrated ability to lead teams, unify contributors around shared objectives, and maintain momentum through execution.
Requirements Analysis: experience translating business and technical needs into clear requirements, documentation, and traceable deliverables.
Troubleshooting Technical Problems: ability to evaluate business impact, isolate root causes, and resolve difficult technical problems in a manufacturing or product environment.
Product Design and Development: experience guiding products, technologies, or services from concept through development and into production or deployment.
Products and Services Knowledge: understanding of how products, services, and value chains interact, including operational and competitive considerations.
Top Candidates Will Have
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.
Additional Information:
The primary work location for this role is Tucson, AZ - Mining Center, with a secondary location being Decatur, IL.
Requirement is to work on-site full-time at a Caterpillar facility.
Sponsorship is not available for this position.
This role might require up to 25% travel.
Summary Pay Range:
$128,470.00 - $192,710.00Compensation 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.
Benefits:
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
Relocation is available for this position. Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Posting Dates:
July 31, 2026 - August 8, 2026Any 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.
Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Manufacturing
- Technology & Software
- Construction & Real Estate
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in engineering team leader jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical discipline
- 5 or more years of engineering experience with at least 2 years in a team lead or supervisory role
- Proficiency in Agile or Scrum methodologies and project management tools such as Jira
- Experience owning technical roadmaps, sprint planning, and delivery timelines across a team
- Strong cross-functional communication skills for coordinating with product, operations, and stakeholders
- Professional Engineer license or relevant domain certification preferred for infrastructure and industrial roles
Tips for Your Engineering Team Leader Job Search
Quantify your team's delivery outcomes
Hiring managers want to see what your team shipped, not just that you led one. Rewrite your resume bullets to show headcount managed, cycle time improvements, or defect rate reductions your team achieved under your direction.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists engineering team leader openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Tailor your resume to the stack in the posting
Engineering team leader roles vary widely by domain. A posting that lists Agile, Jira, and CI/CD pipelines calls for different resume emphasis than one centered on PLC systems or AutoCAD. Mirror the technical environment described in each listing.
Filter openings by your technical discipline
Search with terms like 'engineering team leader mechanical,' 'engineering team leader embedded,' or 'engineering team leader civil' to surface roles where your specific background is a match, not just those using the generic title.
Prepare a people-leadership story for interviews
Interviewers for this role probe how you handle underperformers, cross-functional conflict, and resource constraints. Prepare two or three specific situations where you coached an engineer through a performance issue or resolved a cross-team dependency.
Negotiate scope alongside compensation
In your offer stage, clarify team size, budget authority, and whether the role carries hire/fire responsibility. These details directly affect your title trajectory and daily autonomy, and they're easier to negotiate before you accept than after you start.
Engineering Team Leader Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most engineering team leaders?
The companies hiring the most engineering team leaders right now include Garmin, Caterpillar, and Lochmueller, with the largest share of openings in Illinois, Kansas, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand is concentrated in manufacturing, defense, and software infrastructure sectors.
How many engineering team leader jobs are remote?
About 25% of engineering team leader openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, though availability varies significantly by discipline. Software and systems engineering team leader roles carry the highest remote share, while civil, manufacturing, and hardware-focused positions are more likely to require an on-site presence.
How do you become an engineering team leader?
Most engineering team leaders move into the role after building deep technical credibility as an individual contributor, then taking on informal mentorship or project coordination responsibilities. Formally, you'll want to demonstrate ownership of a full project cycle, document your experience managing or developing other engineers, and make the case to your manager or through an application that you're ready to own team outcomes, not just your own deliverables.
Can you get hired as an engineering team leader with limited leadership experience?
Yes, particularly at smaller companies or startups where the title reflects technical seniority as much as formal people management. If your leadership experience is limited, lead with examples of mentoring junior engineers, driving technical decisions, or coordinating cross-team work. Applying to roles that describe the position as a 'tech lead' or 'lead engineer' rather than a people manager title also broadens your realistic options.
What does the engineering team leader interview process look like?
Most processes include an initial recruiter screen, a technical interview assessing your domain expertise, and a behavioral round focused on how you've led people, resolved conflict, and delivered under constraints. Senior roles typically add a system design or technical strategy discussion and a conversation with the hiring manager about team structure, roadmap ownership, and cross-functional expectations.
Where can I find and apply to engineering team leader jobs?
You can find and apply to engineering team leader jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your discipline and experience level, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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