Caterpillar, Inc

Manufacturing Engineer - Electric Motor

Caterpillar, Inc$97K — $146K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Electrical) or 2+ years electrical motor manufacturing support experience.
  • Strong decision-making and critical thinking skills in engineering contexts.
  • Experience implementing lean manufacturing principles and practices.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes and ability to manage production workflows.
  • Skilled in root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques for operational improvements.
  • Familiarity with Robotic Process Automation (RPA) techniques.

Responsibilities

  • Address daily manufacturing process issues and implement effective solutions.
  • Perform root cause analyses and corrective actions for safety, quality, and cost improvements.
  • Develop and maintain shop floor processes and work instructions.
  • Recommend systems and processes based on operational feedback and safety requirements.
  • Manage expense and capital requirements for manufacturing areas and equipment improvements.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing processes.
  • Provide technical guidance for electric motor manufacturing operations.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Paid time off including vacation and holidays.
  • 401(k) savings plan with company match.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
  • Employee assistance programs for well-being support.
  • Career development opportunities including tuition reimbursement.
  • Incentive bonuses based on performance.
Full Job Description

Career Area:

Manufacturing

Job Description:

Role Definition

The Integrated Drivetrain Energy Solutions (IDES) Division has an opening for a Manufacturing Engineer 6 Electric Motor position within the Electric Drivetrain Manufacturing Engineering team located in Mossville, Illinois. The Manufacturing Engineer role is an important function within manufacturing engineering team, with a focus on technical process support for manufacturing safety, quality, cost, and velocity requirements.

The candidate will be responsible for providing technical expertise required to design, develop, and implement manufacturing processes/systems within electric motor assembly. Incumbent will interface directly with multiple teams including engineering, operations, logistics, supply Chain, product change control and safety. In this role you will work both independently and as part of a team to maintain and improve processes and systems used in manufacturing. In addition, Manufacturing Engineers function as a specialist and subject matter expert for technical planning capable of meeting and exceeding customer requirements.

What you will do

  • Address daily process issues, implement innovative solutions, and assess the effectiveness of modifications while clearly communicating improvements.

  • Identify root causes and implement corrective actions to addressSafety, Quality, Velocity, and Cost opportunities identified through projects.

  • Develop, implement, and maintain shop floor processes managing standard work, routings/work instructions, BOM/MBOM, ergonomic requirements, tooling, lifting devices, SFMEA, PFMEA, control plans, flow diagrams.

  • Assess and recommend systems, procedures, training, and equipment based on input from shop floor users, operations, safety, design engineering.

  • Manage expense and capital requirements as it relates to assembly areas, NPI, product capacity increases, equipment replacement and day to day continuous process improvement requirements.

  • Support continuous improvement

  • Provides technical expertise and guidance to the value stream for electric motor manufacturing processes.

Degree Requirement

  • Bachelor 27s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent technology degree is desired. In lieu of a degree, 2+ years in an electrical motor manufacturing support role.

What you must have (skills)

  • 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.

  • Engineering - MFG: Knowledge of processes, techniques and methods of engineering in a manufacturing environment; ability to design and implement materials, structures, machines, devices, systems and processes that safely realize a desired objective or invention.

  • Lean Manufacturing: Knowledge of the philosophy, principles and implementation approaches of lean manufacturing; ability to integrate and implement lean manufacturing philosophy into existing production and management processes.

  • Manufacturing Processes: Knowledge of existing product manufacturing methods, technologies and processes; ability to execute, plan, manage and monitor the entire manufacturing process.

  • Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.

  • Robotic Process Automation (RPA): Knowledge of techniques and processes of robotic process automation (RPA); ability to develop and deploy RPA solutions in various industries.

Top candidates will also have

  • Thorough experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)

  • Ability to learn and manage new computer applications (VPPA, MESA, Capp+, PINpoint)

  • Experience with reading and interpreting engineering prints and Bill of Materials (BOM)

  • Experience with electric motor manufacturing

  • Experience with CQMS certification requirements, NPI, APQP, and PPAP processes (Control Plans, PFMEA, Process Flow Diagrams)

  • Thorough knowledge of manufacturing concepts (Lean Manufacturing, 6-Sigma, in process validations (IPV 27s), Poka-Yoke design, System/Tooling Controls, etc.)

  • Ability to build strong relationships with various stakeholders at all levels

Additional Information

  • This position will close 9/28/2026 at 11:59 pm.

  • This position will be located onsite 5 days a week in Mossville, IL (Building H).

  • Relocation (domestic) assistance is available for this position.

  • Sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

  • This position may require less than 10% travel.

Final details

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Summary Pay Range:

$97,530.00 - $146,290.00

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

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 14, 2026 - September 28, 2026

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

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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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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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