Career Area:

Engineering

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining 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 don't just 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.

Decatur Leadership Rotation Program

Caterpillar hires top talent — and this program is all about developing the next generation of leaders for Caterpillar’s largest North American Manufacturing facility. The purpose of the program is to invest in you through training and development opportunities so that you may not only fulfill your personal career and development ambition, but provide excellent service to Caterpillar and especially, Caterpillar customers.

You will gain a wealth of experience while in the development program in roles focused on quality, manufacturing engineering, supply chain, and operations supervision.  The Decatur rotational program aims to offer a broad exposure to Caterpillar, presents diverse project responsibilities, engages you in global teams, provides cross-functional job experiences, and includes valuable networking opportunities with all levels of Caterpillar leadership.

The rotational program is a three-year rotational development program, consisting of three 1-year rotational assignments.  Assignments are based on business needs and provide on-the-job learning with challenging deliverables.  Upon completion of the program, graduates are placed in an assignment that continues to demand leadership excellence gained through the program as a first line operations supervisor.

Please attach your resume and an unofficial copy of your transcript to your application.

Basic Qualifications:

A current student, or recent grad, attending a 4-year accredited university/college earning a minimum Bachelors’ degree in a technical or business-related field.Cumulative GPA of 2.8/4.0 scale (no rounding)Graduation date between December 2020 and December 2025

Top Candidates will also possess:

Previous relevant work experience or internship in manufacturing, supply chain or operations industryTechnically savvyLeadership involvement in campus outreach, community service and/or extracurricular activitiesRelevant coursework and/or projectsStrong teamwork, interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to exhibit of critical thinking, analytical skills, and initiativeDemonstrated knowledge of order to delivery, engineering and/or manufacturing principles

Additional Information:

Location: DecaturRelocation: Domestic relocation assistance availableTravel: Up to 10%Visa Sponsorship: Not available for this position

Summary Pay Range:

$79,800.00 - $119,760.00

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:

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

Posting Dates:

July 11, 2025 - September 10, 2025

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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