Configuration Engineer

Caterpillar

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Quick summary

Work type
On-site
Location
Mossville, IL
Salary
$112,710–$169,060 / yr
Posted
3 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Oct 15, 2026

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $175k
This role $141k
$101k most similar roles pay here $226k

This role pays less than 73% of similar roles. Most pay $136,250–$214,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $141k versus about $175k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world''s largest manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives. Industry: Heavy Equipment & Manufacturing

Caterpillar currently has 140 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $121,389–$183,140 across 131 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Configuration Engineer

Configuration Engineer The Configuration Engineer joins the Integrated Drivetrain Energy Solutions team to support L6 electrification and advanced technology programs within a New Technology Introduction environment. This hands-on role involves transforming emerging concepts into integrated, buildable machine designs while managing multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced setting. Key responsibilities include developing machine-level architectures and product structures, leading multidisciplinary design integration across mechanical and electrical systems, and managing configuration activities such as BOM development, engineering releases, and change control. The successful candidate will utilize Creo and Teamcenter to maintain product structures and ensure design alignment with partners. Required expertise includes CAD and product lifecycle management tools, structured problem-solving for evolving requirements, and the ability to resolve complex interface issues. This role specifically addresses the technical challenge of developing zero-emissions products including batteries, fuel cells, motors, and inverters.

What you'll do

  • Develop and maintain machine architectures and product structures in Creo and Teamcenter.
  • Manage engineering bills of material (BOM) as designs evolve from concepts to prototypes.
  • Lead multidisciplinary design integration across mechanical, electrical, and machine-systems teams.
  • Resolve technical conflicts regarding system requirements, component selections, and interface compatibility.
  • Execute configuration management activities including change control and product structure governance.
  • Support concept development, machine build preparation, and physical build events.
  • Establish configuration management processes and standards to support rapid iteration in new technology environments.
  • Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to maintain alignment on design content and product definitions.

What we're looking for

  • Degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
  • Extensive experience applying engineering principles to machine architecture, design integration, and configuration control.
  • Extensive experience with product development methods to mature designs from concept through prototype validation.
  • Extensive experience with CAD and product lifecycle management tools like Creo and Teamcenter.
  • Extensive experience using structured problem-solving techniques to resolve architecture and interface issues.
  • Extensive experience in self-management to handle concurrent projects and changing technical priorities.
  • Extensive experience communicating technical decisions, risks, and status across multidisciplinary teams.
  • A Caterpillar Machine background and previous experience working on multiple systems (preferred).

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