Metallurgical Engineer
Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation, Decatur, IL, United States
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.
Role Definition
Caterpillar’s Advanced Materials Technology Department is currently seeking an experienced engineer to be a part of the US Metallurgical Engineering team conducting Failure & Metallurgical Analysis. In this role you will have an opportunity to analyze a wide variety of components providing design support and development on a diverse customer portfolio supporting products produced at the Decatur manufacturing facility.
What you will do
Lead material analysis investigations
Develop metallurgical testing plans and analyze test results
Create technical reports and/or procedures
Effectively communicate results to our internal customers
Provide technical support to metallurgical laboratory operations personnel
Support Met Lab process controls and compliance for certifications and audits
Resolve issues regarding the design or manufacturing and ensure design acceptance and manufacturing readiness
Participate in the adoption of new technologies and processes (automation, robotics, computer aided manufacturing software, etc.) to achieve greater efficiency, cost reduction and quality improvement
Plan and improve testing procedures and operations to make the test more reliable, efficient and cost‑effective
Monitor results, machine and process capabilities and performance reliability
Provide support for lab management, ISO 17025 certification management, and local heat treat engineering
Degree Requirement
Bachelor’s in one of the following engineering disciplines: Materials Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering or Metallurgical Engineering is required
What you must have (skills)
Information Capture : Knowledge of the methods, channels and processes to obtain needed information; ability to identify, capture and document relevant business information in an auditable, organized, understandable and easily retrievable manner
Standard Operating Procedures : Knowledge of established standard operating procedures (SOP); ability to design, implement and evaluate SOPs affecting daily and strategic business operations in order to increase operational efficiency
Analytical Thinking : Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems
Effective Communications : Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive and accurately interpret ideas, information and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors
Design for Manufacturability (DFM) : Knowledge of design for manufacturability guidelines, methodologies and use cases; ability to use this knowledge to optimize product designs and manufacturing operations
Engineering - Manufacturing : Knowledge of processes, techniques and methods of engineering in a manufacturing environment; ability to design and implement materials, structures, machines, devices, systems and processes that safely realize a desired objective or invention
Product Testing : Knowledge of product testing approaches, techniques and tools; ability to design, plan and execute testing strategies and tactics to ensure product quality at all stages of manufacturing
Troubleshooting Technical Problems : Knowledge of troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, detect and resolve technical problems in a manufacturing or product development environment
Top candidates will also have
2 or more years of relevant professional experience including:
ISO 17025 laboratory accreditation
Familiarity with metrological traceability and use of metrological instruments
Use of statistical analysis to quantify process performance and improvements
In-depth understanding of ASTM specifications for tensile, Charpy impact, Rockwell hardness, microhardness and spectroscopic chemistry analysis of ferrous metals
Additional Information
This position posting will close on 5/11/2026 at 11:59 p.m.
This position will be located onsite 5 days a week in Decatur, IL
Relocation (domestic) assistance is available for this position
Sponsorship is NOT available
This position may require less than 10% travel
Summary Pay Range
$81,370.00 - $122,060.00
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
April 27, 2026 - May 11, 2026
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen
Equal Opportunity Employer
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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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.
Role Definition
Caterpillar’s Advanced Materials Technology Department is currently seeking an experienced engineer to be a part of the US Metallurgical Engineering team conducting Failure & Metallurgical Analysis. In this role you will have an opportunity to analyze a wide variety of components providing design support and development on a diverse customer portfolio supporting products produced at the Decatur manufacturing facility.
What you will do
Lead material analysis investigations
Develop metallurgical testing plans and analyze test results
Create technical reports and/or procedures
Effectively communicate results to our internal customers
Provide technical support to metallurgical laboratory operations personnel
Support Met Lab process controls and compliance for certifications and audits
Resolve issues regarding the design or manufacturing and ensure design acceptance and manufacturing readiness
Participate in the adoption of new technologies and processes (automation, robotics, computer aided manufacturing software, etc.) to achieve greater efficiency, cost reduction and quality improvement
Plan and improve testing procedures and operations to make the test more reliable, efficient and cost‑effective
Monitor results, machine and process capabilities and performance reliability
Provide support for lab management, ISO 17025 certification management, and local heat treat engineering
Degree Requirement
Bachelor’s in one of the following engineering disciplines: Materials Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering or Metallurgical Engineering is required
What you must have (skills)
Information Capture : Knowledge of the methods, channels and processes to obtain needed information; ability to identify, capture and document relevant business information in an auditable, organized, understandable and easily retrievable manner
Standard Operating Procedures : Knowledge of established standard operating procedures (SOP); ability to design, implement and evaluate SOPs affecting daily and strategic business operations in order to increase operational efficiency
Analytical Thinking : Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems
Effective Communications : Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive and accurately interpret ideas, information and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors
Design for Manufacturability (DFM) : Knowledge of design for manufacturability guidelines, methodologies and use cases; ability to use this knowledge to optimize product designs and manufacturing operations
Engineering - Manufacturing : Knowledge of processes, techniques and methods of engineering in a manufacturing environment; ability to design and implement materials, structures, machines, devices, systems and processes that safely realize a desired objective or invention
Product Testing : Knowledge of product testing approaches, techniques and tools; ability to design, plan and execute testing strategies and tactics to ensure product quality at all stages of manufacturing
Troubleshooting Technical Problems : Knowledge of troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, detect and resolve technical problems in a manufacturing or product development environment
Top candidates will also have
2 or more years of relevant professional experience including:
ISO 17025 laboratory accreditation
Familiarity with metrological traceability and use of metrological instruments
Use of statistical analysis to quantify process performance and improvements
In-depth understanding of ASTM specifications for tensile, Charpy impact, Rockwell hardness, microhardness and spectroscopic chemistry analysis of ferrous metals
Additional Information
This position posting will close on 5/11/2026 at 11:59 p.m.
This position will be located onsite 5 days a week in Decatur, IL
Relocation (domestic) assistance is available for this position
Sponsorship is NOT available
This position may require less than 10% travel
Summary Pay Range
$81,370.00 - $122,060.00
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
April 27, 2026 - May 11, 2026
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen
Equal Opportunity Employer
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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