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

Location: Decatur, IL
Work Type: On-site
Domestic Relocation Assistance: Offered
Domestic Travel: 10%
Visa Sponsorship: Not Available

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.

What You Have - Skills and Experiences

In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute your unique skills and experiences. Below are some of the most critical skills:

• Decision making and critical thinking, problem solving, initiative, and adaptability

• Leading and developing others

• Ability to work with others of diverse cultures, interpersonal styles, and abilities in a constructive and collaborative manner.

• Fundamental understanding of manufacturing standards and safety

• Organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, ability to quickly gain and effectively apply new skills & knowledge

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Participate in and build on our inclusive, constructive, and productive work environment

• Ensure all team member's contributions are recognized and valued

Program Qualifications

• Completed degree from a university/college by the start of the program in a relevant field

• Minimum cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.8/4.0 (no rounding)

• Program Start Dates: January & June 2026

Top Candidates May Also Have

• 0-2 years of relevant manufacturing or supply chain/logistics experience, which may include internships or academic projects

• Project or Team Leadership experience

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Ideal for those building foundational skills in manufacturing & supply chain, generally within the first 0-2 years of their career

Additional Information:

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

• Relocation is available to those that qualify.

• Sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

• This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Final details:

Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application - please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.

Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

Recent graduates should explore our direct hire positions at www.caterpillar.com/careers . For more information, visit caterpillar.com. To connect with us on social media, visit caterpillar.com/social-media.

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:
October 23, 2025 - November 3, 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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For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

With 2024 sales and revenues of $64.8 billion, Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives.

Caterpillar does business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries and Energy & Transportation – and provides financing and related services through our Financial Products segment