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.

NPI Project Lead

Location: Tucson, AZ
Travel: Up to 15%
Domestic Relocation Assistance: Available
Visa Sponsorship: Not Offered

Job Summary:

In this position, you will lead multi-functional teams that executes all phases of the NPI (New Product Introduction) process for Large Mining Trucks. You will play a key role in leading key programs from Launch to GW7 with a keen eye on the Quality, Time, and Cost (Investments and Benefits) of the program. This role will be expected to run multiple NPI programs at the same time. You will be responsible for identifying and finding improvement opportunities that exist across each of the different processes and executing strategies to address them. We have a fabulous team that does some of the most exciting work at Caterpillar, and we can’t wait for you to join the team!

What you will do:

• Leads activities defining NPI Program deliverables, scope, timelines and business case.
• Develops overall NPI program schedule considering requirements of all teams involved from product development to validation and value chain readiness.
• Creates, leads and coordinates NPI Gate Reviews and other stakeholder reviews
• Manages the NPI Program Team and keeps a close eye on any gaps to achieve program goals.
• Acts as a link between all the teams involved in NPI Program execution to drive a consistent approach in gap resolutions and developing recommendation for leadership decisions.
• Provides input into marketing strategies and customer messages related to products and markets impacted by the program.

Degree Requirement:
Degree from an Accredited College or University or equivalent experience desired

What Skills you will have:

Effective Communication

• Communicates clearly with diverse audiences, including senior leadership and cross‑functional teams.
• Delivers complex program and investment information with clarity and influence.
• Strengthens communication culture and coaches others on effective communication practices.
• Ensures consistent, high-quality communication across NPI, CPI, and Six Sigma project teams.

Program Management

• Leads large, complex, multi-functional programs, including capital projects >$10M.
• Skilled in Caterpillar’s NPI process, cross-functional leadership, and phase-gate execution.
• Applies Six Sigma and CPI methodologies to improve quality, cost, and delivery.
• Oversees risk management, governance, reporting, and stakeholder alignment across integrated projects.
• Coaches project managers and drives program visibility through strong communication and controls.

Planning (Tactical & Strategic)

• Develops and executes tactical plans supporting major programs and NPI initiatives.
• Aligns resources, schedules, and budgets with broader business strategy.
• Integrates multi-functional planning across engineering, operations, supply chain, and finance.
• Provides high-quality inputs into long-term strategic planning and capital planning cycles.

Problem Solving

• Leads structured, data-driven problem solving using Six Sigma and CPI tools.
• Drives root-cause analysis and resolution for high-impact technical, operational, and program issues.
• Synthesizes complex information and generates effective solution paths.
• Captures lessons learned and embeds continuous improvement across teams.

Summary Pay Range:

$128,470.00 - $192,710.00

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

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

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:

January 14, 2026 - January 28, 2026

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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