About this Development & Research Senior Engineer - Metallurgical Engineer role at Caterpillar
Career Area:
EngineeringJob Description:
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Role Definition
Caterpillar’s Advanced Materials Technology Department is currently seeking a Development and Research Senior Engineer focused on metallurgical product development. In this role you will have an opportunity to analyze a wide variety of components providing design support, development, and the associated failure analysis investigations.
What you will do
Lead material and material failure analysis investigations
Develop metallurgical testing plans and analyze test results
Create technical reports and/or procedures
Effectively communicate results to our internal customers
Provide technical support to metallurgical laboratory operations personnel.
Support deviation requests, assurance of supply opportunities
Support needs of product design, supplier development engineers, etc
Provide recommendations to Internal customers
Degree Requirement
Bachelor’s Degree in an accredited Metallurgical or Materials Science Engineering curriculum required.
What you must have (skills)
Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative
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.
Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
Technical Excellence: Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.
Project Management: 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.
Manufacturing Standards, Procedures and Policies: Knowledge of organizational standards, procedures and policies in manufacturing activities; ability to plan, guide, and monitor manufacturing processes for compliance.
Product Testing: Knowledge of product testing approaches, techniques and tools; ability to design, plan and execute testing strategies and tactics to ensure product quality at all stages of manufacturing.
Troubleshooting Technical Problems: Knowledge of troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, detect and resolve technical problems in a manufacturing or product development environment.
Top candidates will also have
Advanced Materials or Metallurgical Engineering Degree
Prior Failure Analysis Experience with Ferrous and Non-Ferrous materials
Excellent communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills.
Experience with component design and/or supporting manufacturing operations
Experience with foundry and casting processes.
Experience with heat treatment processes
Experience in creating technical reports, publications and/or procedures.
Strong Analytical Skills
Self-starter, accountable, and customer driven with strong teamwork and organizational skills.
Ability to work multiple projects concurrently
Additional Information
This position will close at 11:59 p.m. on 08/04/2026.
This position will be located onsite 5 days a week in Mossville, IL (Tech Center – Building K).
Domestic relocation is Available
VISA Sponsorship is NOT Available
Travel requirements will be less than 10%
Final details
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Summary Pay Range:
$112,710.00 - $169,060.00Compensation 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
This position requires working onsite five days a week.
Relocation is available for this position.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Posting Dates:
July 20, 2026 - August 4, 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.
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