Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Caterpillar, Inc. • Decatur, IL • 7h ago

Career Area:

Manufacturing

Job 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.

Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Location: Decatur, IL

Travel: Up to 10%

Relocation Assistance: Available

Visa Sponsorship: Not Available

Job Summary

As the Manufacturing Engineering Manager in Decatur, IL , you will work closely with operations and product leaders to align automated manufacturing systems, manufacturing processes, and product engineering around shared product-group objectives. You will lead manufacturing engineering capability across assembly, Fabrication and machining processing while building a strong, high-performing engineering organization.

This is an on-site leadership role focused on improving manufacturing methods, equipment, systems, and operating infrastructure to deliver safety, quality, velocity, and cost results. The role plays a critical part in New Product Introduction (NPI) readiness and execution, ensuring smooth product launches and manufacturing scalability.

You will drive innovation through robotics , AI , machine learning , and 3D vision systems , deploying advanced automation across welding, painting, assembly, and material handling operations

Degree Requirement: Degree or equivalent experience desired.

Key Responsibilities

Design and deploy automation systems including robots , AGVs , AMRs , and sensor-based solutions.

Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities by ensuring manufacturing readiness, process capability, tooling availability, and launch execution

Lead hiring, performance management, coaching, and development of manufacturing engineering teams supporting plant operations

Direct manufacturing engineering scope across assembly and manufacturing processing, cost estimating, systems planning, plant layout, standards, gaging/checking equipment, tooling, and work standards

Manage the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of operating methods, equipment, systems, and manufacturing infrastructure

Drive adoption and sustainment of lean manufacturing principles across the organization

Lead capacity planning activities by translating demand signals into short-term production and resource requirements

Champion structured problem solving for complex manufacturing, process, and equipment issues

Required Skills

Lean Manufacturing: Extensive experience leading lean adoption, work-cell design, layout optimization, and performance measurement

Manufacturing Processes: Deep understanding of assembly and manufacturing processes, best practices, and standardization

Manufacturing Equipment: Expertise in equipment selection, qualification, integration, and infrastructure changes

Problem Solving & Decision Making: Proven ability to lead cross-functional problem solving using data-driven approaches

Preferred Skills

Experience programing PLCs and integrating industrial robots into manufacturing workflows

Experience leading manufacturing readiness for New Product Introduction (NPI) and product launches

Background in automated or advanced manufacturing systems

Strong knowledge of plant layout, tooling strategy, work standards, and manufacturing documentation/releasing

Experience with manufacturing capacity planning and demand-to-capacity translation

Summary Pay Range:

$128,470.00 - $192,710.00

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:

May 7, 2026 - May 20, 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.

Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .

Similar Jobs

Unarmed Security Officer

Metro One Loss Prevention Services Group • Decatur, IL • 4d ago

Management & Administrative

Job Description Unarmed Security Officer Have a passion for service? Ready to build a career, not just find another job? Metro One Loss Prevention Services Group has the opportunity you've been looking for! About Us: At...

4d ago

Go to Apply

Armed Security Officer

Constellation • Clinton, IL • 1w ago

Management & Administrative

Who We Are As the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation's largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a brilliant tomorrow for a...

1w ago

Go to Apply

DFS Operations Manager-Illinois

Home Depot • Decatur, IL • 1w ago

Management & Administrative

Are you someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, loves turning chaos into clarity, and enjoys leading teams to win every single day? As an Operations Manager , you'll play a critical role in keeping our daily oper...

1w ago

Go to Apply

Senior Supply Chain Manager

Caterpillar, Inc. • Decatur, IL • 1w ago

Management & Administrative

Career Area: Supply Chain and Logistics Job 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 eac...

1w ago

Go to Apply

Manager, Operational Technology

Constellation • Clinton, IL • 2w ago

Management & Administrative

WHO WE ARE As the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation's largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a brilliant tomorrow for a...

2w ago

Go to Apply

Warehouse Clerk I

Ryder System • Decatur, IL • 2w ago

Management & Administrative

Position Description Immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Warehouse Clerk to support our Facility at Ryder in Decatur, Illinois Hear from a Ryder Supply Chain Warehouse Employee Here: https://RyderCareers.Video/Disco...

2w ago

Go to Apply

Sales Representative

Sysco • Decatur, IL • 17min ago

Sales & Marketing

Are you an experienced Sales Professional, Restaurant Manager, Culinary Manager or Chef looking for career development opportunities? Join Sysco's World Class Sales Team and explore all the benefits and perks. Why you sh...

17min ago

Go to Apply

Part-Time Sales

Menards, Inc. • Forsyth, IL • 29min ago

Sales & Marketing

Part-Time Sales Job#:409683 Location:FORSYTH, IL Department:Store Opportunities Category:PT Sales Salary:Hourly Apply To This Job Return To List Job Description Part-Time Make BIG Money at Menards! Extra $3 per hour on S...

29min ago

Go to Apply

Concierge Security - Gate Officer

GardaWorld • Decatur, IL • 10h ago

Retail & Hospitality

GardaWorld Security Services is Now Hiring a Concierge Security Ambassador! Ready to suit up as a Security Ambassador in a Concierge post? What matters most in a role like this is your ability to build meaningful connect...

10h ago

Go to Apply

Millwright Austin Industrial Decatur, IL Corn

Austin Industries • Decatur, IL • 1d ago

Legal & Paralegal

Description Millwright Must be able to install, repair, replace and dismantle the machinery and heavy equipment used in industrial settings. This is accomplished by performing the following essential duties and responsib...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)