6 Sigma Black Belt

Caterpillar Inc.•Mossville, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

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. Lead project teams as an Electrical CPI Black Belt within the Engine Systems & Software team. Project scope includes all electrical components and software on Caterpillar engines ranging from 4.4 liters to the largest diesel and gas engines, including Progress Rail products. Communication is critical for this role. Ensure effective, multi-channel communication across the organization by keeping the Project Sponsor informed of program status, coordinating activities with other Black Belts, and capturing project case histories that can be reused for future initiatives. Lead improvement projects where the subject matter, solutions, availability, and attainability are highly complex. Responsibilities include identifying opportunities; defining and financially justifying projects; launching and leading cross functional project teams; applying strong project management practices; executing improvement methodologies such as Design of Experiments; tracking project status and results; removing and escalating barriers; and developing team members. It is also essential to identify integration issues with other projects or processes and coordinate improvements with appropriate project and process owners to achieve overall objectives. Measure and manage results by developing and maintaining methods and systems that track progress against project goals, objectives, and metrics. Provide regular updates to the Project Sponsor and take corrective action as needed when performance falls below target. Recruit, train, and develop team members by identifying potential Black Belts, recruiting talent into the Six Sigma infrastructure, and providing training and coaching to expand the use of Six Sigma problem solving tools across the organization. Ensure improvement projects are aligned and integrated with broader business activities, improvement initiatives, and business strategy.

Requirements

Analytical Thinking – Working Knowledge: Defines problems clearly and assesses their business impact. Apply structured analysis using tools such as flowcharts, Pareto charts, and fishbone diagrams. Evaluates data to identify root causes and develop practical solutions.
Influencing – Working Knowledge: Builds persuasive, logical business cases. Uses active listening and targeted communication to influence decisions. Identifies key decision‑makers and adapts messaging accordingly.
Interpersonal Effectiveness – Working Knowledge: Collaborates effectively across functional teams and leadership levels. Demonstrates awareness of diverse perspectives and adapts interaction style. Establishes clear roles and fosters constructive working relationships.
Six Sigma Methodology – Working Knowledge: Applies DMAIC methodology to improve and control processes. Selects critical metrics aligned with business objectives. Use statistical and performance tools to analyze trends and variation. Reports and manages deviations from expected performance post‑improvement.
Results-oriented change agent with strong business system thinking skills and the ability to manage risk and ambiguity in complex project environments.
Strong leadership, organization, planning skills, and deep expertise in CPI methodologies.
Detailed engine and electronics technical knowledge and design experience are required.
Excellent project management skills
Team leadership skills
Excellent communication skills
Knowledge of other functions that provide inputs regularly such as Product Development, Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Accounting, Human Resources, and Operations
Ability to learn and do statistical analysis
Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Engineering or Business or an equivalent level of work experience

Nice To Haves

Strong understanding and/or experience in some of the following:
5+ years of professional level experience

Responsibilities

Lead project teams as an Electrical CPI Black Belt within the Engine Systems & Software team.
Ensure effective, multi-channel communication across the organization.
Lead improvement projects where the subject matter, solutions, availability, and attainability are highly complex.
Identify opportunities; define and financially justify projects; launch and lead cross functional project teams.
Apply strong project management practices.
Execute improvement methodologies such as Design of Experiments.
Track project status and results; remove and escalate barriers; and develop team members.
Identify integration issues with other projects or processes and coordinate improvements with appropriate project and process owners.
Develop and maintain methods and systems that track progress against project goals, objectives, and metrics.
Provide regular updates to the Project Sponsor and take corrective action as needed.
Recruit, train, and develop team members by identifying potential Black Belts, recruiting talent into the Six Sigma infrastructure, and providing training and coaching.
Ensure improvement projects are aligned and integrated with broader business activities, improvement initiatives, and business strategy.
Lead 6-10 simple and complex projects simultaneously and close an average of 8–12 projects per year.