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Caterpillar · Onsite · Mapleton, Illinois

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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.

Caterpillar Inc. seeks Manufacturing Engineer at its facility located at 8826 2 Route 24, Mapleton, IL 61547. Utilize NCI Process Flow and determine KPI’s for new capital projects from concept to completion. Launch large scale and complex capital investments to improve safety, quality, velocity and cost. Deliver solutions that help internal and external customers succeed. Identify work-related hazards and perform maintain compliance with regulatory requirements for the safety and protection of workers, environment impact and capacity commitments through the most modern technology in the industry. Develop detailed statements of work with input from all departments to ensure best practices are implemented and improved upon. Coordinate the purchase and application of foundry related equipment, machine tools, automation controls, robotics, and related equipment to ensure the latest technology is used to increase efficiency and economy of operations. Design complex or intricate jigs and fixtures to ensure parts produced meet all Engineering specifications. Utilize lean manufacturing to create balanced layouts and processing within each operation. Develop project training programs for Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, and Maintenance on the functionality, process, and equipment care of new investments. Administer controls on NPI / NSI / NCI investments to ensure production processes are designed around Engineering drawing requirements and delivery of quality outputs to the customer. Collaborate with Facilities / Maintenance, EHS, Quality, Operations and HR/LR to address operational issues including ergonomic/safety, efficiency improvements, process bottlenecks and quality concerns. Lead programs by tracking the financial application, procurement, processing, installation and capability of new heat treat, mold-core making, melting and / or chemical processes and machining equipment. Design, develop and implement the integration of manufacturing systems including factory control software, scheduling techniques, simulation and systems application. Provide manufacturing technical support in process control and internal certification. Creation of Standard Work, Process Flow, PFMEA, Control Plans, Safe Job Procedures and SFMEA’s. Act as the Subject Matter Expert on purchases and installations on foundry related equipment, machine tools, automation controls, robotic manufacturing, PLC controls, manufacturing logic, utilities and related equipment to ensure the latest technology is being used to increase efficiency and economy of operations. Achieve desired outputs on multiple concurrent individual and team projects. Support the Advanced Planning Team through daily contractor interactions ensuring on-site contractors meet project deadlines and that all work is completed safely following facility / regulatory rules. Report progress delays to management. Monitor equipment and process reliability. Analyze engineering change notices, determine part/process changes, initiate and implement changes. Benchmark industry leaders to develop innovative solutions to drive safety and quality improvements. Create manufacturing layouts along with managing the decommission of existing processes to allow for future state.

REQS: This position requires a bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Foundry Engineering or a related field and 6 years of experience as a Manufacturing Engineer in the foundry and machining industry or related occupation. Additionally, the applicant must have employment experience with: (1) AUTO CAD/Creo; (2) GD&T Print Reading; (3) Cycle Time and Capacity Planning; (4) Advance Product Quality Planning; and (5) Project Management Software Microsoft Project to coordinate timely execution of investments, installations, contractor coverage, and operational KPI’s.

Summary Pay Range:

$131,872.00 - $146,290.00.00 per year.

Compensation and benefits 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

Applicants who are interested in this position should apply via www.caterpillar.com/careers, search [Manufacturing Engineer / R0000379785]. - #LI-DNI.

 

 

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

 

 

 

 

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

June 29, 2026 - October 28, 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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How this Manufacturing Engineer salary compares

This role pays $139,081/yrin line with the typical range for Manufacturing Engineer roles.

$84,910 median $122,950 $185,000

Typical range $100,000–$152,500/yr, from 1,230 comparable Manufacturing Engineer listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Manufacturing Engineer salary insights →

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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