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Role Definition
We are looking for a dynamic, organized and self-starter engineering team leader to join our Power Systems & Controls Development (PS&CD) team in Mossville, IL.
As an Engineering Project Team Leader, you will serve as an experienced individual contributor and team lead complex and exciting projects that will support electrification development and validation testing at Mossville Technical Center.
Laboratory testing primarily includes battery cell, module, pack development in addition to Energy Storage, Microgrid Controllers and Hydrogen Fuel Cell Systems. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge and experience in laboratory operations, coupled with a strong commitment to rigorous governance and excellence in product development. Developing strong peer relationships, collaboration with global teams and effective communication to stakeholders is also key to being successful in this role. Electrification development and testing work is dynamic, fast paced with opportunities to grow and develop. This role has an opportunity to champion safety processes, lead develop of test procedures, standard work and be involved in applying LEAN and product development excellence principles to improve product performance, reliability, and cost.
Responsibilities
Lead the team in developing, governing, prioritizing, and executing projects that align with testing requirements and customer commitments.
Championing laboratory safety and ownership of standard development processes.
Lab. PMO updates and scoreboard management.
Collaborate with cross functional team to manage capital and test budget/spend forecast
Collaborate and lead development of technical requirements for capital projects
Provide regular updates to stakeholders
Degree Requirement
Bachelor's or Masters degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited curriculum
Skills You Must have Products and Services: Level Extensive Experience
Knowledge of major products and services and product and service groups; ability to apply knowledge of product and service appropriately to diverse situations.
Technical Excellence: Level Extensive Experience
Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.
Influencing Through Expertise: Level Extensive Experience
Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to use these to deepen own expertise and impact or challenge decisions within and outside own organization.
Project Management: Level Expert
Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives.
Team Management: Level Extensive Experience
Knowledge of effective team building techniques; ability to form and manage effective teams.
Requirements Analysis: Level Extensive Experience
Knowledge of tools, methods, and techniques of requirement analysis; ability to elicit, analyze and record required business functionality and non-functionality requirements to ensure the success of a system or software development project.
Knowledge of troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, detect and resolve technical problems in a manufacturing environment.
Product Design and Development: Level Extensive Experience
Knowledge of product features; ability to design, build, and develop a new product, technology, or service from concept through to production.
Top Candidates Will Also Have
Experience in requirements management, product or facility development or relevant industry experience in electrification area
Experience with laboratory testing, product development in electrical systems, preferably Li-Ion battery.
Relevant industry or academic experience with focus Li-Ion battery systems.
The ability to work/lead multiple projects simultaneously and to make sound priority decisions
Additional Information
This position will close 1/1/2025 at 11:59 pm.
The location for this position is Mossville, IL (Building L).
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: $123,480.00 - $185,280.00 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:
Annual incentive bonus plan*
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)
401k savings plan
Health savings account (HSA)
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Healthy Lifestyle Programs
Employee Assistance Programs
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
Tuition Reimbursement
Career Development
*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines . 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 www.caterpillar.com/careers. Posting Dates: December 12, 2024 - January 1, 2025 Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.
