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. ICD is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In ICD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. We are a global team that designs and manufactures components embedded into a machine’s architecture -- delivering superior customer value and competitive advantage. Our components (Undercarriage, GET, Hose & Coupling, Fluids & Filter, Seals, Tubes & Hardware) are essential to differentiating our prime products, enhancing performance, quality, and safety from the inside out. Our components are also built with the aftermarket in mind, helping customers get reliable service and performance wherever they operate. As an NPI engineer, you will utilize corporate and ICD NPI processes and tools for leading teams. We are looking for a dynamic, organized self-starter to join our Integrated Components Division (ICD) as an NPI Team Lead in Peoria/Mossville IL. What You Will Do: Manage NPI projects (component development) to ensure they are on time, within budget, and aligned with the product strategy. Delivery cross vertical aftermarket transformation commitments Lead NPI teams by collaborating with component Engineering Team, Machine Business Divisions, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Business Resources, CISD and RISD, and Supply Chain. Assemble the business case for project requests to ensure profitable growth. Build relationships with other departments, industry associations and outside organizations. Assists in marketing the NPI process to customers. Identifies cost containment opportunities. Identifies trends and areas of focus for continuous improvement. Apply Lean culture to the NPI process to standardize and reduce development timelines. Education requirement: Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree or demonstrate equivalent knowledge through professional expertise.