Engineer Project Team Leader

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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.

Your Work Shapes the World

At Caterpillar, the work we do matters. For more than 100 years, we’ve delivered products and solutions that support mining, construction, and infrastructure worldwide. Our teams combine practical engineering expertise, manufacturing excellence, and disciplined execution to deliver equipment that performs in the toughest conditions.

We are seeking an experienced Engineer Project Team Leader to lead and deliver complex, cross-functional engineering projects.

The Opportunity

In this role, you will define project scope to address key business challenges and opportunities while leading delivery across multiple functions. You will coordinate resources across sales, marketing, product development, value chain, and manufacturing to ensure successful project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead multiple or complex engineering projects from concept through to delivery
• Oversee project timelines, costs, risks, and overall performance
• Communicate project status effectively with stakeholders and cross-functional teams
• Lead, coach, and develop project team members
• Oversee development activities across multiple product lines
• Establish and improve processes for product planning, development, and delivery cycles
• Drive alignment across product and service groups, ensuring understanding of interdependencies
• Monitor regulatory and environmental requirements impacting projects
• Identify and resolve technical and operational challenges

What You Will Bring

• Ideally degree qualified in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical preferred), or with substantial experience and demonstrated expertise in a comparable technical role or environment.
• Strong experience delivering complex engineering projects in heavy industry, particularly within mining, mobile plant, or heavy vehicle environments, or closely related sectors with comparable operational and equipment complexity
• Solid understanding of project management methodologies (e.g. Lean, Six Sigma, Agile)
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders
• Experience across the full product lifecycle, from concept through to production
• Demonstrated capability in developing processes, standards, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Strong technical problem-solving skills, including resolving complex product or system challenges
• Experience mentoring and developing others
• Clear, practical communication style with the ability to engage across all levels

Why Join the Burnie Team

The Burnie facility is a critical part of Caterpillar’s global Load & Haul network, supporting machines operating in some of the most demanding mining environments in the world.

You’ll join a capable, close-knit team where:

• Engineering judgement is valued
• Leadership is visible and impactful
• Your work directly contributes to real-world outcomes

Additional Information

• This role is site-based in Burnie (5 days per week)
• Visa sponsorship is not available

Employee Benefits

• Competitive remuneration, including bonus and share options
• Generous parental leave with flexible payment options
• Strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity
• Employee discounts across health, wellbeing, travel, and retail
• Global career progression and development opportunities within Caterpillar

How to Apply

If you’re ready to take on a challenging and rewarding leadership role with a global industry leader, apply via:
www.caterpillar.com/careers

Applications close: 15 July 2026

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Join a global leader and build a career with real impact.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Caterpillar of Australia is not currently hiring applicants who require sponsorship. As a global company, opportunities may be available in other locations via our careers website.

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