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About this Leadership & Technical Development Program role at Caterpillar

Caterpillar · Onsite · Santa Catarina, Nuevo León

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.

What You Will Do   

Professionals within the program will complete 3 rotations in 36 months, which are defined based on business needs.  You must be willing to travel and relocate to any participating facility in Mexico upon hire and throughout each rotation while in the program.  You’ll join a team with diverse project responsibilities and have experience including (but not limited to):   

  • Manufacturing Engineering  

  • Operations 

  • Supply Chain, including planning, demand management, inventory management, etc.  

  • Digital 

 

What You Have – Skills and Experiences   

In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute to your unique skills and experiences. Below are some of the most critical skills:  

  • Decision making and critical thinking, problem solving, initiative, and adaptability  

  • Leading and developing others  

  • Ability to work with others of diverse cultures, interpersonal styles, and abilities in a constructive and collaborative manner.   

  • Fundamental understanding of manufacturing standards and safety  

  • Organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, ability to quickly gain and effectively apply new skills & knowledge   

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills   

  • Participate in and build on our inclusive, constructive, and productive work environment    

  • Ensure all team member’s contributions are recognized and valued  

 

Program Qualifications   

  • Completed degree from a university/college by the start of the program in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or other relevant Engineering or Technology degrees  

  • Minimum cumulative Grade Point Average of 8.0 

  • Must be willing to relocate domestically based upon business need for each rotation and for post-program assignment  

  • Program Start Dates: January & June 2026  

Top Candidates May Also Have 

  • 0-2 years of relevant manufacturing or supply chain/logistics experience, which may include internships or academic projects  

  • Project or Team Leadership experience   

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills   

  • Ideal for those building foundational skills in manufacturing & supply chain, generally within the first 0-2 years of their career  

  • Advanced English proficiency (written and spoken). 

 

Additional Information:   

  • Please attach your resume to your application.   

  • Applicants will be considered for positions throughout Mexico.   

  • Rotation locations can be anywhere in the including but not limited to Monterrey, Nuevo Laredo, Acuña and Reynosa  

  • Relocation is available to those that qualify.   

  • Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.   

  • This position requires working onsite five days a week.  

   

Final details:   

Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status. 

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:

September 17, 2026 - September 21, 2026

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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About Caterpillar

There’s more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar. Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee’s contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the

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