Engineering Manager
Caterpillar · Houston, TX
- Level
- Manager
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Base pay
- $148k–$222k
- Travel
- 15%
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 9 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A management manufacturing role at Caterpillar (industrial) in Houston, TX.
- They ask for
- 2+ years · degree required
- Base pay
- $148k–$222k
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage · about 15% travel · relocation help
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in Texas: typical posted base $79k–$132k. This one lists $148k–$222k.
Median of the low and high ends of 33 live postings that list pay, out of 148 manufacturing engineer openings in Texas, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 147 other live manufacturing postings in Texas.
- Base pay
- About 75% above similar roles
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (2+ vs 5+)
Typical $79k–$132k, from 32 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Tooling 57%
- Root cause 51%
- Lean 39%
- ✓ New product launch 39%
- Automation 34%
- Six Sigma 28%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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About the Role
As the Engineering Manager of the Caterpillar Oil & Gas Systems Engineering team, you will work collaboratively across multiple divisions and segments within Power & Energy to define and develop system-level solutions involving component integration and optimization, asset and site level controls, hybrid powertrain and energy systems, and site level energy management for the Oil & Gas industry. You will work closely with market segment leads to understand the market
requirements
and will support the development of the technical component & system
requirements
and execution of New Product Introduction programs.
What You Will Do
- ◆Collaborate with segment managers to understand market needs and
requirements
in order to evaluate and down-select potential technology solutions
- ✓Collaborate with process partners to develop detailed technical
requirements
in alignment with market
requirements
- ✓Provide technical support in the execution of NPI and NTI programs, to provide system-level solutions in line with market and customer requirements, on budget, on time
- ✓Lead and coach a team of engineers as needed, providing frequent feedback and direction
- ✓Work with the team to develop and monitor their individual yearly and project goals
Requirements
- ✓Engineering Degree Required
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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.
About Caterpillar Oil & Gas and Marine
Caterpillar’s Oil and Gas division provides superior products and service solutions to make our customers more efficient and lower total cost of ownership. Globally, we deliver engineered oilfield and drilling equipment repair and certification, mechanical and rotating equipment repairs and upgrades, rapid prototyping of spare parts, robust asset management, operation and maintenance and field engineering services. We offer a wide range of career opportunities across a variety of technical and business roles in engineering and service locations worldwide. Join our team and help build engineering solutions that change the industry. When you join the Caterpillar Oil & Gas and Marine Division (COGMD), you join a global team that helps to power the global energy industry as well as provide power and propulsion on the water.
Additional Information
- •Travel is up to 15%
- •Relocation to Houston, TX is available
- •Sponsorship is not available
What You Have
Planning: Tactical, Strategic : Knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational (short term), tactical (1-2 years) and strategic (3-5 years) planning in support of the overall business plan.
Decision Making and Critical Thinking : Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
Effective Communications : Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
Technical Excellence : Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.
Managing People : Knowledge of processes involved in managing people; ability to lead successful teams, and diligently address issues related to performance and conflicts at the workplace.
Additional
Summary Pay Range
$147,760.00 - $221,640.00
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
This position requires working onsite five days a week.
Relocation is available for this position.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Posting Dates
October 14, 2026 - November 3, 2026
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
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