Manufacturing Engineer Jobs in Illinois

Career Area:

Manufacturing

Job Description:

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Manufacturing Engineer – Assembly

Location: East Peoria, IL (SS)
Job Type: Full-Time
Relocation Assistance: Domestic relocation available
Travel Requirement: Up to 10%
Visa Sponsorship: Not available

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer – Assembly to support production operations by executing essential manufacturing engineering activities, including the implementation of equipment, processes, and production systems. Contribute to the development and optimization of both new and existing processes through continuous improvement initiatives and reliability monitoring, while providing ongoing technical support and guidance to meet the needs of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ownership of a key part of the assembly process coordinating process improvement, engineer changes, ect.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment, processes, and production systems.
• Execute engineering change notices and implement necessary updates to maintain production continuity.
• Apply structured problem-solving methodologies to resolve manufacturing challenges with sustainable solutions.
• Provide technical guidance to manufacturing operations to meet business unit goals and production demands.

Top Candidates will Have:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience desired
• Assembly manufacturing engineering experience, have worked within a manufacturing environment
• A strong understanding / working knowledge of Microsoft O/S and related application
• Skilled in Teamcenter, Creo, AUTOCAD, SAP ME, SAP, and other visualization software tools

What Skills You Will Have:

• Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
• Judgment and Decision Making: Ability to carefully evaluate the impact of emerging business situations and choose the best path forward communicating actions and activities that maximize organizational performance.
• Manufacturing Processes: Knowledge of existing product manufacturing methods, technologies and processes; ability to execute, plan, manage and monitor the entire manufacturing process.
• Problem Management Process – MFG: Applies working knowledge of structured problem-solving techniques to resolve manufacturing issues, track resolutions, and improve process reliability.

Summary Pay Range:

$97,530.00 - $146,290.00

Compensation 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

Posting Dates:

August 11, 2026 - August 24, 2026

Any 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.

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