Top 92 Materials engineer Jobs in Peoria, Il

2027 Engineering Rotational Development Materials
Caterpillar —Mossville, IL
- $81,370 - $133,810 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
- Analysis skills
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
6d
Manufacturing Project Engineer
Caterpillar —East Peoria, IL
- $112,710 - $169,060 a year
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Mechanical knowledge
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
12h
Senior Design Engineer
Rheo Engineering —Peoria, IL
- $95,000 - $145,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
5d
Manufacturing Engineer
Matcor Metal Fabrication —Morton, IL
- $65,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Project management
- Health savings account
- Relocation assistance
Quick Apply
11d
Electrical Designer - Crane Controls
Ergonomic Partners —Hanna City, IL
- $55,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Electrical experience
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
Quick Apply
12d
Mechanical Design Engineer
Actalent —East Peoria, IL
- $31.25 - $43.27 an hour
- Temporary
- 5 years
- Fair chance
- Senior level
- Commuter assistance
- Health savings account
Quick Apply
7d
Project Manager Pointcore Construction
OSF HealthCare —Peoria, IL
- $47.47 - $55.84 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Construction site
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
Regional Reliability Engineer
Advanced Technology Services —Peoria, IL
- $93,609.08 - $119,717.75 a year
- 5 years
- Engineering
- Research
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Manager of Transmission Line Engineering
Leidos —Illinois
- $116,350 - $210,325 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Civil engineering
- Office
- Travel
- Relocation assistance
- Flexible schedule
Senior Transmission Line Engineer
Leidos —Illinois
- $73,450 - $132,775 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Civil engineering
- System design
- Supervising experience
- Referral program
Lead Transmission Line Engineer
Leidos —Illinois
- $92,300 - $166,850 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Travel
- Mentoring
- Relocation assistance
- Flexible schedule
Lead Transmission Line Engineer
Leidos —Illinois
- $92,300 - $166,850 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Travel
- Mentoring
- Flexible schedule
Packaging Engineer
Caterpillar —Morton, IL
- $112,710 - $169,060 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Bachelor of Science
- Pass drug screening
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Associate Design Engineer
Caterpillar —Mossville, IL
- $81,370 - $122,060 a year
- Full-time
- Computer science
- Computer Science
- Engineering
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
11d
Sr. Engineer - Test/Validation
Caterpillar —East Peoria, IL
- $131,872 - $169,060 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Pass drug screening
- Computer skills
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Manufacturing Sr Engineer I
Zimmer Biomet —Peoria, IL
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Engineering
- 3 years
- Wellness program
18h
Manufacturing Engineer I
BTD Manufacturing, Inc. —Washington, IL
- $63,221 - $94,832 a year
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
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Mechanical Design Engineer - Battery Module
Caterpillar —Mossville, IL
- $97,530 - $146,290 a year
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- Travel
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
6d
Process Engineer
YINLUN TDI LLC —Morton, IL
- Mid-level
- Microsoft Office
- Analysis skills
Quick Apply
Mechanical Design Engineer
Rheo Engineering LLC —Peoria, IL
- $80,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account

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2027 Engineering Rotational Development Materials

Caterpillar -
Mossville, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$81,370 - $133,810 a year
6 days ago

Benefits

Health savings account
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Adoption assistance
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Employee discount
Life insurance

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
Defect resolution root cause analysis
Mechanical design
Team leadership
Writing skills
Efficiency improvement
Materials engineering experience within manufacturing
Bachelor's degree in materials science and engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Microscope proficiency
Analysis skills
Bachelor's degree in engineering
Materials Engineering
Master's degree in mechanical engineering
Design engineering
Quality inspection
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Engineering product development
Implementing quality control processes for products
Technical troubleshooting support
Quality assurance experience within manufacturing
1 year
Manufacturing
Bachelor's degree in metallurgical engineering
Master's degree in engineering
Project Development
Project leadership
Treating (manufacturing process)
Leadership
Bachelor's degree in materials science

Full 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.

2027 Engineering Rotational Development Program (ERDP) -
Materials Science Track

Start Your Career with Purpose

This pipeline posting is currently limited to candidates who have completed a Caterpillar Students & Graduates assignment (e.g., internship, co-op, student trainee) within the previous 24 months.

Are you ready to apply your engineering education to real-world challenges? Caterpillar’s Engineering Rotational Development Program (ERDP) - Materials Track is designed for entry-level Materials Engineering professionals like you. Through rotational assignments, you’ll continue developing your skills and knowledge—helping you achieve your career goals while contributing to Caterpillar’s mission of delivering exceptional products, services, and technologies to our customers. Our Engineering Rotational Development Program - Materials Track is an entry-level program designed to build employees’ skill sets within the discipline and continue growth, even after the successful completion of the program. It’s more than just a job, it’s a launchpad for your future as one of the world’s leading manufacturers of construction and mining equipment.

What the Program Offers

As part of the ERDP - Materials track, you will join the Advanced Materials Technology organization and rotate through three, 12-month assignments located primarily in the midwestern United States. You’ll work on meaningful projects and connect with mentors supporting the global enterprise with a focus on building technical abilities. Here are just a few paths you might explore:

Ferrous Metallurgy: deepen your understanding of wrought steels and ferrous castings through hands-on assignments in the foundry, traveling to our extensive supply base, or using advanced equipment in a lab setting

Failure Analysis: tackle urgent issues impacting our customers by developing your metallography, fractography, and microscopy skills under the guidance and mentoring of veteran experts

Quality Engineering: work in a Caterpillar factory environment where you will learn to apply materials engineering inspection methods and problem-solving techniques to deliver our products to customers at the quality level they expect

Heat Treat Engineering: gain hands-on experience with heat treat production operations, including recipe development, quality control, efficiency improvements, and capital projects

Product Development: provide materials engineering support to design engineers developing our next generation of products while you develop a broader knowledge of Caterpillar’s applications and markets

What You Have – Skills and Experiences

In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute your unique skills and experiences. Below are some of the most critical skills:

Analytical skills, initiating ideas, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, problem-solving, and critical thinking capabilities

Knowledge of engineering principles, theory, and engineering experience gained through projects, internships, and/or relevant work experience

Fundamental understanding of engineering for a manufacturing environment and the ability to design and implement materials, structures, machines, devices, systems, and processes that safely realize a desired objective or invention

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and quickly acquire and apply new skills and knowledge

Collaborate with others of diverse cultures, interpersonal styles, and abilities

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Participate in and build on our inclusive, constructive, and productive work environment

Ensure all team members’ contributions are recognized and valued

Program Qualifications

Must have an ABET-accredited Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Materials Engineering discipline (e.g. Metallurgical Engineering, Ceramic Engineering, Mat Sci & Eng, etc.); a Mechanical Engineering degree with a minor in Materials Engineering may be considered (selected candidates must obtain their degree before they start)

Must have a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0/4.0 or higher (no rounding)

Candidates with prior professional work experience must have 12 months or less of such experience, excluding internships

Willing to relocate and travel as needed

Top Candidates May Also Have

Involvement with a campus design/competition team or related experience

Project or team leadership experience

Previous technical internship/co-op or relevant experience

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Additional Information

This pipeline posting is currently limited to candidates who have completed a Caterpillar Students & Graduates assignment (e.g., internship, co-op, student trainee) within the previous 24 months

Must attach your resume and an unofficial/official copy of your transcript to your application

Applicants will be considered for positions throughout the United States

Most positions are based in Peoria, Illinois, with limited availability in other United States’ locations

This is a Monday through Friday, in-person opportunity—perfect for building relationships, learning fast, and diving deep into your rotations

Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

Relocation is available to those who qualify

2027 available start dates – February 1, 2027; June 7, 2027; or July 12, 2027 (seats are limited for each start date)

Why Choose Caterpillar?

We’re a value-driven company where you’ll feel your work matters—whether you’re optimizing machine performance, writing embedded code, or designing the next innovation in clean energy. You’ll gain access to top-tier mentorship, technical resources, and real ownership of your work from day one.

Final Details

Please regularly check the email associated with your application—including your junk/spam folder—as this will be our primary method of communication. To check the status of your application, please visit our career website using the candidate login, as it will reflect any updates to your status.

Interested applicants should also explore our direct hire positions at www.caterpillar.com/careers. For more information, visit caterpillar.com. To connect with us on social media, visit caterpillar.com/social-media.

Summary Pay Range:

$81,370.00 - $133,810.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

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:

July 1, 2026 - August 20, 2026

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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