Engineering Director

Actively Reviewing the Applications

Caterpillar Inc.

India, Tamil Nadu, Chennai Full-Time On-site INR 65–80 LPA

Posted 3 weeks ago • Apply by June 15, 2026

Job Description

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.

Role Definition

Plans, directs, and leads engineering and PMO teams to ensure projects, initiatives, and processes comply with established policies and objectives, while actively modernizing delivery through AI, data, and automation‑driven practices.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering & PMO Leadership

Lead a globally distributed engineering and PMO organization, ensuring alignment across regions, time zones, and cultures.
Establish clear operating rhythms, governance models, and execution standards to enable predictable, high‑quality delivery at scale.
Partner with business and technology leaders to translate strategy into executable roadmaps and outcomes.

Process Optimization & Efficiency

Drive end‑to‑end process optimization across engineering, program management, and delivery lifecycles.
Identify inefficiencies and bottlenecks; implement lean, agile, and data‑driven improvements to enhance speed, quality, and cost effectiveness.
Standardize best practices, metrics, and performance management frameworks across geographies.

AI, Automation & Digital Enablement

Champion the use of AI, automation, and advanced analytics to improve engineering productivity, decision‑making, and operational efficiency.
Enable intelligent automation across planning, execution, reporting, quality, and risk management processes.
Foster a culture of experimentation and innovation by leveraging emerging technologies to solve complex business and engineering problems.

Quality, Delivery & Lifecycle Management

Ensure engineering solutions and programs meet quality, compliance, and performance expectations from concept through full lifecycle.
Proactively manage delivery risks, dependencies, and cross‑functional constraints across large, complex initiatives.

People & Talent Development

Build, develop, and retain high‑performing engineering and PMO leaders across multiple geographies.
Create strong coaching, mentoring, and succession planning mechanisms
Promote an inclusive, collaborative culture that values continuous learning, accountability, and outcomes.

Summary

This role requires a forward‑looking engineering leader with demonstrated ability to optimize processes, drive efficiency at scale, leverage AI and automation, and lead globally distributed PMO and engineering teams. Success in this role will be measured by improved delivery predictability, operational efficiency, talent strength, and sustained business impact through technology‑enabled execution.

Posting Dates

March 17, 2026 - March 31, 2026

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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