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Engineering Project Team Leader

East Peoria, Illinois, USFull-time$128k–$193k2026-11-06 → 2026-11-10
On-siteNo visa sponsorship

Core

Lead a multi-disciplinary team of test engineers to develop and validate Caterpillar earthmoving machines at the Peoria Proving Ground, ensuring quality and advancing machine validation in the NPI lifecycle.

Role type

Senior Engineering Project Team Lead (Machine Development)

Builds

Earthmoving machines and technology platforms for mining and construction customers

Domain

Heavy machinery / Earthmoving / Product Validation

Required skills

Technical leadership, Project management, Process improvement, Troubleshooting, Product design and development, Program planning

Preferred skills

Lean principles, Microsoft automation tools, Machine troubleshooting tools (DeweSoft, TCE, CAT ET), Background in mining or electrical systems

Technologies

DeweSoft, TCE, DATK, SuperComm2, CAT ET

Responsibilities

Provide technical direction and mentorship to test engineers, Maintain and improve standard test procedures, Develop validation strategies and activity plans, Track and communicate program health and risks, Support hands-on machine testing from a customer perspective, Lead process improvements and facility projects

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership