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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
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Manufacturing
- Technology & Software
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project team leader jobs.
- Three to five years of experience leading cross-functional project teams
- Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, or Asana
- PMP, CAPM, or equivalent project management certification preferred or required
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across all organizational levels
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, engineering, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience managing project budgets, schedules, and risk mitigation plans
Tips for Your Project Team Leader Job Search
Tailor your resume to each sector
Project team leader roles in construction read very differently from those in IT or healthcare. Adjust your bullet points to match the industry's language, whether that's earned value management for government work or sprint planning for software teams.
Show scope numbers without guessing
Hiring managers want to see team size, project budget, and timeline. Pull exact figures from past roles you can verify, and frame them as outcomes: delivered on time, under budget, or with a specific headcount you led through completion.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists project team leader openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that list your certifications
Filter your search by PMP, CAPM, or Agile credentials when those appear in the job title or requirements. Postings that call out a specific certification are screening for it, so matching yours to those openings gives your application a concrete advantage.
Prepare a stakeholder conflict story
Interviewers for project team leader roles almost always ask how you handle disagreements between departments or vendors. Have a specific example ready that shows how you kept the project moving without letting the conflict escalate or stall delivery.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate salary
When an offer comes in, clarify team size, reporting structure, and project ownership before discussing compensation. Understanding what you are actually leading helps you make a case for the right level and title, not just the right number.
Project Team Leader Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most project team leaders?
The companies hiring the most project team leaders right now include Caterpillar, Altos Labs, and GFT, with the largest share of openings in Illinois, California, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Industries such as construction, IT services, and healthcare systems consistently post the highest volume of these roles.
How many project team leader jobs are remote?
About 33% of project team leader openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with the highest remote concentration in software implementation, IT infrastructure, and consulting-focused roles. Roles tied to physical sites, such as construction or facilities management, are almost exclusively on-site.
How do you become a project team leader?
Start by building hands-on experience coordinating tasks within a project team, even without a formal leadership title. From there, pursue a recognized project management certification such as the PMP or CAPM, develop your skills in scheduling and budget tracking, and step into a team lead or coordinator role that gives you direct responsibility for delivery outcomes.
Can you get hired as a project team leader with little experience?
Yes, entry-level project team leader roles exist, especially in industries like government contracting, nonprofit operations, and IT support where employers promote from within. Focus on roles titled project coordinator or associate project lead first, build a record of on-time delivery, and document every instance where you owned a workstream, managed a vendor, or resolved a scheduling conflict.
What does the project team leader interview process look like?
Most hiring processes start with a recruiter screening call, followed by a panel interview with a project manager and functional stakeholders. Expect behavioral questions about handling scope changes, managing underperforming team members, and communicating with executives. Some employers include a case study or situational exercise where you outline how you would plan and sequence a sample project.
Where can I find and apply to project team leader jobs?
You can find and apply to project team leader jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search by location, industry, or experience level to narrow the results to roles that match your background, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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