Career Area:
Operations
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.
What does it mean to live the Caterpillar Experience?
It means you play a part in building a better world. You contribute to a winning culture—a spirit of accountability—that has driven change on every continent for more than 90 years. To work with us is a commitment to improve sustainability, invent for the digital age and innovate to bring solutions to millions of people. Sure, you work for Caterpillar, but more importantly, you work for the good of your career, your family, your community and your world. Join a team making a real impact! Develop your expertise with an exceptional team in a beautiful setting as a Developmental Supplemental R&D Equipment Mechanic at the Peoria Proving Grounds, working on tomorrow’s heavy equipment.
**This is a CAT Supplemental (Temporary-FT) long-term role with real opportunity for direct hire**
What To Expect:
As an R&D Equipment Mechanic at the Peoria Proving Grounds, you can expect to work on being an integral part of tomorrow’s equipment. This position will expand and utilize a widely diversified group of skills. *Your TOOLS WILL BE PROVIDED. You will work detailed procedures, troubleshooting, tearing down and building sensitive heavy equipment- particularly Excavators. If you’ve dreamed of operating next-gen excavation equipment, this is your opportunity! You will operate the machines you work on to check assembly and performance. You will collaborate with departments to make suggestions concerning methods of overcoming difficulties encountered in assembly / disassembly, analysis of parts failure, possible changes in design to correct failure, and any other pertinent insights gained while performing assembly / disassembly or dismantling of the machine for test. From day to day, you may work in the assembly of an entire prototype machine, the buildup of sub-assemblies that include modifications to current production models, or minor changes to a configuration in preparation for machine test activity for our EXD Division. You will work from blueprints, sketches, computer generated models, and written instructions from the supervisor or engineer. Working self-directed, you will often plan the method and sequence of the assembly. Expect to work with hand tools, portable power tools, power presses, simple machine tools, and powered cranes to assemble parts into a complete unit, making alterations and hand fitting parts, when necessary, along with the use of various precision gaging tools to check accuracy of assembly and fitting operations.
Required Qualification for Consideration:
2 years of experience either in heavy equipment maintenance, repair and disassembly
OR a two-year degree in automotive or diesel-powered equipment technology.
OR a combination of Military experience as a diesel mechanic with military equipment/vehicles and other maintenance related activities on related heavy equipment.
Desired Qualifications, Top Candidates Will Have:
Two-year technical degree within the disciplines of automotive technology, agricultural technology, heavy equipment technology, or diesel mechanic technology
4 years of mechanic work experience in the construction equipment or farming machinery industry
Final Details:
Type: Supplemental, Temporary FT Long-Term
Shift: 1st Shift
Hours: 07:00AM– 03:00PM M-F
Compensation: Grade 5; Step 1 $29.41HR, UAW- Union Participation
Benefits: This position is eligible for limited benefits.
Note: Internally this position is named: Supplemental Experimental Mechanic (EM-5A11)
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Relocation assistance is not available for this position. ISE is not available for this position.
This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.
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Summary Pay Range:
$0.00 - $0.00
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:
September 18, 2025 - September 23, 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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