Program Team Leaders (m/f/d)

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MWM offers energy solutions based on high-performance gas engines, used in highly efficient combined heat and power (CHP) plants for decentralized energy generation. Our customized cogeneration power plants and integrated solutions support our customers in making their energy supply efficient, flexible, and future-proof. In 1871, Carl Benz laid the basis for MWM by founding the “Mechanical Workshop“in Mannheim. Today, the MWM brand is part of Caterpillar Energy Solutions and combines more than 150 years of experience in the development and optimization of gas engines and generator sets for natural gas, biogas, and other special gases.

For our „Large Engine Core Components“ department, we´re looking for two

Program Team Leaders (m/w/d)

The successful candidate will lead complex engineering projects to execute New Source Introduction (NSI) for the Caterpillar Large Power Systems Division (LPSD) team located in Mannheim, DE. NSI programs involve the qualification and introduction of a new supplier or manufacturing source for an existing part or component. It is part of Caterpillar governance, supplier quality, procurement, and engineering framework. As a project leader will be responsible for leading cross-functional teams to successfully introduce new sources while maintaining quality, cost, schedule, and delivery targets. This role requires strong technical judgment, project leadership, and the ability to influence decisions through expertise while communicating effectively with team members and stakeholders.

Your responsibilities as part of our team:

• Develop project scope and execution plans
• Coordinate cross-functional resources across engineering, procurement, supplier quality, value chain, manufacturing, and suppliers
• Oversee project progress, costs, risks, critical path, and communication with stakeholders
• Lead and coordinate project team meetings and ensure best practices
• Resolve technical and manufacturing issues using structured problem-solving and 6 Sigma principles
• Evaluate trade-offs including technical risk, quality, cost, and schedule with stakeholders

Your profile – what you should bring:

• Degree in Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical discipline
• Strong project management capabilities with proven success in defining scope and managing risks
• Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams without direct authority
• Strong technical and analytical skills with ability to assess requirements and drive decisions
• Experience with new product introduction, supplier readiness, and related processes
• Excellent communication and fluency in English and German

Additional Information:

• We are back! This role requires being in the office five days a week
• This external facing role implies ability to travel < 25%

Your Benefits – What We Offer You:

• Varied, responsible, and challenging tasks
• Excellent earning potential based on compensation system
• 30 days of vacation
• Company pension scheme
• Bicycle leasing / Job ticket

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Please note that salary is only one component of the total compensation and benefit package available at Caterpillar.

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

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

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