Manufacturing Project Engineer – Automation

Decatur, GA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 126000 - 189000

Posted on: 14 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Career Area:

Manufacturing

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar yourejoining 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 dontjust 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.

Manufacturing Project Engineer Automation

Location: Decatur IL

Relocation Assistance: Offered

Visa Sponsorship: Not offered

Travel: Up to 15%

Work Arrangement: On-site

Job Summary

Join Caterpillars Decatur team as a Manufacturing Project Engineer Automation where youll lead critical projects to improve safety quality velocity and cost in our manufacturing operations. This role focuses on driving process improvements integrating automation solutions and introducing new products and capital equipment into production. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers to optimize performance implement advanced automation technologies and ensure seamless system integration. Caterpillar offers the resources and support to help you succeed in a dynamic environment where your expertise makes a global impact. If you thrive on solving challenges and delivering results this is your opportunity to shape the future of manufacturing.

What You Will Do (Key Responsibilities)

Lead major manufacturing projects to enhance productivity and cost efficiency.
Drive automation initiatives to improve process reliability and reduce manual operations.
Collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers on process development and continuous improvement.
Evaluate and integrate complex automated systems into plant operations.
Direct suppliers to optimize product and process designs for feasibility and performance.
Mentor engineers and operators to ensure high-quality outcomes and adoption of automation technologies.
Champion safety quality velocity and cost improvements across operations.

What You Have (Required Skills)

Robotics/Computer Controlled Machinery: Ability to implement and operate robotics and computer controlled machinery in an automated manufacturing environment.
Technical Troubleshooting: Ability to anticipate recognize and resolve technical issues on hardware software application or operation.
Level Working Knowledge:
Decision Making: Ability to analyze complex systems and implement effective solutions.

Preferred Skills

Experience in manufacturing environments with exposure to automation systems.
Project management experience in industrial settings.
Familiarity withAI scan and planmachine learning and3D visiontechnologies.
Experience with PLC programing and troubleshooting

Summary Pay Range:

$126000.00 - $189000.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjob-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. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer such as H L TN F J E O. As a global company Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at Dates:December 17 2025 - January 11 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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Career Area:ManufacturingJob Description:Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar yourejoining 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 ...