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.
Key Responsibilities
- Project Leadership: Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex technical programs, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and objectives.
- Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with stakeholders, including product managers, engineers, and senior management, to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
- Technical Oversight: Provide technical guidance and direction to project teams, ensuring technical solutions align with business needs and architectural standards.
- Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
- Resource Management: Allocate resources effectively, balancing workload and priorities to ensure optimal productivity and project delivery.
- Performance Tracking: Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and report status to stakeholders and senior management.
- Process Improvement: Implement and refine project management processes to enhance efficiency, quality, and delivery timelines.
- Communication: Maintain clear and effective communication channels with all project stakeholders, providing regular updates and addressing any issues promptly.
- Budget Management: Manage project budgets, ensuring projects are delivered within financial constraints.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, Agile, Scrum) preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in a technical program management role, preferably within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
- Skills:
- Strong leadership and team-building capabilities.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Proficient in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Waterfall).
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with manufacturing processes, product development, and quality management systems.
Key Competencies
- Strategic Thinking
- Technical Expertise
- Results Orientation
- Change Management
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Initiative and Proactivity
- Collaboration and Influence
Relocation is available for this position.
Posting Dates
June 12, 2024 - June 25, 2024
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).
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