Engineering Project/Program Manager

About the role

Caterpillar Trimble Control Technologies is seeking a proactive Quality Engineer to shape the future of heavy machinery automation. This role involves developing next-generation electronic components and machine guidance systems, guiding risk management, and ensuring high-quality products withstand the toughest environments.

Responsibilities

• Champion the Proactive Quality Strategy across global hardware development teams to ensure high-performing machine guidance products.
• Serve as the Subject Matter Expert to coach and mentor cross-functional teams on advanced risk management tools, including FMEAs, boundary diagrams, and P-diagrams.
• Integrate data-driven product analytics and supportability insights directly into hardware design and component development.
• Facilitate risk-based verification and validation planning while collaborating closely with project managers to secure successful product launches.
• Own and elevate quality metrics, risk scorecards, and project review dashboards to communicate product readiness clearly to senior leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in high-quality product development, specifically involving the design and manufacture of electronic hardware components.
• Proven expertise in utilizing industry-standard risk management, problem identification, and resolution tools.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills with the ability to lead and align diverse, global technical teams.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Bonus Points For Professional Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
• Advanced experience in failure analysis, root cause determination, or hands-on product testing.
• Background in product support or resolving complex field-based customer issues.

Logistics

Location: Dayton, OH (Office) Travel Requirement: 10% or less

Why You'll Love Working With Us

At Trimble, we believe in making a tangible, positive Real-World Impact. We build innovative solutions designed to solve the world's most critical challenges. Join a team of visionary pragmatists who think boldly and build things that work. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive.

Compensation

Trimble provides a compensation range of $99,600.00–$137,000.00, with the option for additional benefits and other compensation based on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, or federal law.

How to Apply

Please submit an online application for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply Now’ button located in this posting. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.