NPI Team Leader

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. Job Purpose: To lead a Business Unit wide multi-functional team which manages all phases of the NSI (New Source Introduction) process for component-sourcing projects. Job Duties: This position works with Engine Components & Thermal Systems (ECTS) Engineering team, Platform Engineering, Customer Service, Purchasing, Operations, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Business Services, PMO, PSLD, Reman, and Suppliers to plan and execute critical sourcing projects for 3500, C175, 3600 & Med Vee ECTS components.

Process Ownership of LPSD’s New Source Introduction (NSI) Workstream Possess expertise in all NSI disciplines; lead continuous improvement efforts Provide teaching and coaching for project leaders Maintain process guidance documentation (checklists, process flow map, templates, etc…) Provide and discuss Key Gateway Deliverables list Align project timelines with deliverables to determine gateway dates Provide and discuss gateway agenda template Provide and discuss DR/PR and Gateway examples Manage NSI Portfolio for ECTS Components Maintain NSI Project List of project ideas and active projects Meet weekly w/ Engineering Managers to update NSI Project List Track project performance by maintaining NSI Scorecard Present NSI Project List and NSI Scorecards to Product Manager in Monthly NSI Portfolio meeting Maintain NSI OBEYA charts and present to Product Manager in Monthly PM OBEYA meeting Lead NSI projects aligned with Large Engine Growth, Supplier resiliency and Assurance of supply initiatives Run Sourcing Council-approved projects from GW L-1 through GW 7 Adhere to APQP discipline as the foundational process for executing all sourcing projects Utilize NSI Process Flow Map and Planning Template Schedule and lead weekly team meetings Meet key deliverables for each gateway Document and archive Applied Learning at GW 6 or GW 7 Typical major internal customers include employees from two or more work groups in a Division.  External contacts include suppliers from whom Caterpillar procure material to produce engines.  The incumbent sets priorities and establishes a work plan in order to complete broadly defined assignments and achieve desired results. Impacts key quality goals including Customer Satisfaction, Continuous Improvement, Timeliness, Accuracy, Efficiency, Cost Savings, Process Quality, etc. The position monitors adherence to quality standards and develops action plans for addressing below-standard performance.

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field with 10+ years of relevant experience engaged with cross-functional or technical teams Excellent problem-solving skills Strong leadership and team management capabilities Strong written and verbal communications skills with demonstrated ability to tailor communications to multiple levels of the organization. Top candidates will also have: Master’s degree in engineering or the sciences strongly preferred Strong understanding & experience of the multiple functional disciplines that support component-sourcing work, or direct work experience in at least one of these areas:  Supply Chain, Procurement (Strategic and Tactical), Engineering, Product Management, Manufacturing, Quality, and Business Services roles.

Descriptors Planning: Tactical, Strategic: Knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational (short term), tactical (3-5 years) and