Caterpillar, Inc

2027 Entry Level Suppler Technical Engineer

Caterpillar, Inc$92K — $118K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering required.
  • 0-3 years of technical engineering experience preferred.
  • Ability to travel 25%, including international travel.
  • Minimum GPA of 2.8 on a 4.0 scale required.
  • Willingness to relocate to DeSoto, TX necessary.
  • Proficiency in engineering practices including interpretation of technical drawings and tooling concepts.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills essential.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in engineering activities under supervision, following Solar's design and testing methods.
  • Ensure supplier-produced parts meet company specifications.
  • Communicate technical requirements and perform specification reviews with suppliers.
  • Collaborate with various specialists to improve supplier performance in cost and quality.
  • Analyze and resolve complex technical issues with suppliers.
  • Direct and collaborate on remanufactured component designs with aftermarket engineering.
  • Evaluate suppliers' manufacturing capabilities and provide technical support.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Generous paid time off plan including vacation and holidays.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plans with employer contributions.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
  • Support for ongoing career development and tuition reimbursement.
  • Employee Assistance Program and health lifestyle initiatives.
  • Incentive bonuses and voluntary employee benefits.
Full Job Description
2027 Entry Level Suppler Technical Engineer

Under close supervision, the supplier technical engineer participates in engineering activities, learning Solar methods and procedures for design, research, development, test, and installation of Solar turbomachinery products. The supplier technical engineer completes assignments under direction of more experienced engineers. Work is normally performed according to specific, detailed instructions, with latitude to act independently increasing with the individual's professional development.

Graduate engineers can be assigned various rotations through the above activities, spending 2 - 6 months in departments within turbomachinery engineering.

This supplier technical engineering (STE) role supports the DeSoto, Texas turbine overhaul activities:

  • Supplier Technical Engineers have technical accountability for ensuring that parts produced by suppliers meet Solar's requirements.
  • They communicate technical requirements with suppliers, perform engineering specification review, provide Configuration Management input, manage Enterprise Resource Planning software (ERP) setups, tooling management, and follow up on any technical production support needs at the supplier.
  • Collaborates with Sourcing Specialist, Buyer, Supply Chain Coordinator, other Solar Engineering Subject Matter Expert and Supplier to improve supplier cost, quality, and throughput.
  • Able to understand supplier technical issues and provide ideas and solutions to resolve complex and challenging problems.
  • Provide technical direction/collaboration on remanufactured turbomachinery components with Aftermarket Design Engineering for reparability considerations.
  • Evaluate suppliers for a wide range of (re)manufacturing capabilities (welding, brazing, coating, etc.) provide technical support in the supplier selection and development processes.
  • Provides leadership in the resolution of quality problems associated with the purchased/subcontracted materials, including containment, continued production support, and Root Cause and Corrective Action investigation.
  • Develops and maintains thorough knowledge of technological developments and trends for guidance of commodity teams in advancements of design, quality, and (re)manufacturing.
  • Coordinates with engineering personnel on matters regarding Concurrent Product and Process Development (CPPD), and New Product Introduction (NPI).
  • Participate in design and process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) Works with Design Engineering to Disposition Reject Notices (RNs) and RTAs (Request for Technical Authorization) Leads the PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) and develops the FAPITP (First Article Production Inspection Test Plan) with initial input from Design/Repair Development Engineering.


Minimum Qualifications:
  • Must have Engineering degree (preferred degrees include: mechanical, industrial or manufacturing)
  • 0-3 years of technical experience
  • Must be willing to travel 25% (Ability to travel internationally)
  • Minimum of a 2.8 overall GPA on a 4.0 scale
  • Willing to relocate/be in DeSoto, TX
  • Must support in-office work (Onsite)
  • Engineering practices & process planning (interpretation of drawings, tooling concepts, NDT, Functional Test, etc.)
  • Strong analytical problem-solving skills, ability to use and communicate statistical and problem solving tools
  • Project Management skills
  • Corrective action and root cause analysis skills


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Internships/coops/academic research/project work in manufacturing, design, process engineering
  • Turbomachinery experience - design / manufacturing / hands-on / field experience
  • Understanding of manufacturing processes used to produce components and assemblies (turning, milling, etc.) and knowledge of shop operations and maintenance procedures.
  • Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles.
  • Design Engineering skills (including mechanical design experience, GD&T, and the use of Pro-E/CADD).
  • Technical product knowledge (including metallurgy, coatings).


Summary Pay Range:

$92,500, to $118,000.

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


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 16, 2026 - July 21, 2026

About Caterpillar, Inc

Progress Rail Services Corporation, a Caterpillar company, is one of the largest integrated and diversified suppliers of railroad and transit system products and services worldwide. Since its acquisition by Caterpillar Inc. in 2006, Progress Rail has used the Caterpillar international footprint to gain quick and widespread notice and approval across the globe. Product technology, reliability and durability, along with legendary aftermarket parts and service support, have been their keys to success. Caterpillar is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines and industrial gas turbines. The technology and world reach of Caterpillar, combined with the service standard and historical reliability of Progress Rail, ensures their products and services make a growing impact on the world rail industry. With their acquisition of Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD), Progress Rail is the world's largest builder of diesel-electric locomotives for all commercial railroad applications including freight, intercity passenger, commuter, switching, industrial and mining. EMD is also a global provider of diesel power engines for marine propulsion, offshore and land based oil well drilling rigs and stationary power generation. Electro-Motive is the only diesel engine manufacturer of its size to have produced more than 70,000 engines. This success stems from product reliability, serviceability, load acceptance capability, low operating costs and ease of maintenance with standardized components.

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Learn more about Caterpillar, Inc
Size
107,700 employees
Market Cap
$125.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.9 billion
Founded
1925
5 Year Trend
+5.8%
Revenue
$41.7 billion
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