NPI Team Lead

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About the role

CATERPILLAR REMANUFACTURING — Do you have a passion for helping customers and supporting a sustainable solution? Since 1973, Cat Reman has helped bring the value at the core of every Cat product back to life. Customers look to us to provide a high-quality solution that is good for their business and promotes sustainability. It’s rewarding to work with an inspiring team where every contribution matters.

Caterpillar’s Remanufacturing Division is looking for a NPI Leader to support the Mossville, IL facility. This position is a high-visibility leadership role within the Reman Electronics NPI team and reports to the NPI Program Manager. The role requires strong engineering fundamentals, project leadership, business acumen, and demonstrated product knowledge in generator ends, generator sets, power generation, large rotating electrics, electric motor functionality, and related manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with businesses, sales, marketing, and platform groups to manage resources for each deliverable within the project.
• Oversee project progress and costs; communicate status with stakeholders and participating functional areas; address and resolve problems.
• Influence project staffing; motivate and develop the project team and team members.
• Communicate with customers and manage expectations; ensure effective use of project controls and reporting mechanisms.
• Planning: Tactical, Strategic – Contribute to operational (short-term), tactical (1-2 years), and strategic (3-5 years) planning. Monitor progress, report variances, and make corrections. Develop tactical plans for direct responsibilities.
• Products and Services – Research product and service linkages, target markets, delivery alternatives, and key features of major products/services. Assess product alternatives, costs, and pricing.
• Quality Management – Support organizational quality management initiatives by explaining concepts, accessing resources, and citing examples.
• Effective Communications – Adapt communications for the intended audience, demonstrate empathy and assertiveness, and maintain focus on the topic. Employ persuasion methods when soliciting agreement.
• Problem Solving – Identify and document problems, develop resolution alternatives, analyze risks/benefits, and use diagnostic tools to resolve issues.
• Customer Service Management – Facilitate resolution of customer problems, monitor delivery of promises, analyze problem trends, and ensure identification of customer needs.
• Program Management – Assist in detailed project planning, including cost, schedule, and resource requirements. Track project progress and coordinate resources for efficient execution.
• Design for Manufacturability (DFM) – Implement DFM methodologies to standardize product designs, simplify operations, and reduce costs. Document design stages and follow best practices.

Requirements

• Strong design and/or performance engineering knowledge related to generator ends, generator sets, power generation, large rotating electrics, electric motor functionality, and engine manufacturing environments.
• Previous manufacturing, operations, process engineering, or team leadership experience supporting generator end, generator set, engine, or related electric power manufacturing operations.
• Demonstrated NPI, project management, Lean manufacturing, and/or Six Sigma experience, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive execution through product introduction milestones.
• 10–15 years of product knowledge or relevant experience in generator sets, generator ends, power generation, large rotating electrics, electric motors, or engine manufacturing.
• Experience in design engineering, performance engineering, process engineering, manufacturing operations, NPI leadership, or related job profiles.
• Experience within Electric Power Division, Lafayette Engine Center, or similar product groups/divisions is strongly aligned with this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent relevant experience preferred.
• Six Sigma Black Belt certification preferred.
• Lean manufacturing experience or certification preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off (vacation, holidays, volunteer days).
• 401(k) savings plan.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Healthy Lifestyle Programs and Employee Assistance Programs.
• Voluntary benefits (e.g., accident, identity theft protection).
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Incentive bonus opportunities.
• Adoption benefits.

Benefits are subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list; part-time employees may also be eligible for certain benefits.

Pay

Pay Range: $128,470.00 – $192,710.00. Compensation and benefits may vary depending on job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience.

Schedule

This position requires working onsite five days a week. Domestic relocation assistance is available.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.