• Decatur Leadership Rotation Program

    Caterpillar, Inc. (Decatur, IL)


    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 industry

    + Technically savvy

    + Leadership involvement in campus outreach, community service and/or extracurricular activities

    + Relevant coursework and/or projects

    + Strong teamwork, interpersonal and communication skills

    + Ability to exhibit of critical thinking, analytical skills, and initiative

    + Demonstrated knowledge of order to delivery, engineering and/or manufacturing principles

    Additional Information:

    + **Location** : Decatur

    + **Relocation** : Domestic relocation assistance available

    + **Travel** : 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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