Leadership and Technical Development Program (LTDP) –
Metallurgical Engineering track

The LTDP - Metallurgical Engineering track will provide you the foundation for future success as a selected member of the Caterpillar Metallurgical Engineering community. This community includes materials technologies and processes related to metallic and ceramic components, fabrications and assemblies, and it collaborates in research and development, product engineering, manufacturing and supplier development.

Track Overview
The LTDP - Metallurgical Engineering track is a three-year program with two challenging rotation assignments. You will spend eighteen months in product engineering, which may include failure analysis, research, or development, and eighteen months in process engineering, which may include heat treating, casting, coatings, and supplier development. Assignments are based on business requirements and personal development needs. Facilities are located throughout the United States.

Throughout your time in the program, you will foster your technical and leadership skills through integrated core and track specific training, coaching, mentoring, and professional development opportunities.

Upon completion of the program, you will be placed in a position within the Metallurgical Engineering community for a two to three year assignment. Placement is determined by a combination of individual preference and business requirements. Positions may include such areas as product engineering, process engineering, supplier quality, research and development, and supervision.

Eligibility requirements:

• Minimum GPA: 2.8 on a 4.0 scale (no rounding)
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Metallurgical Engineering or Material Science & Engineering
• Degree from an accredited program or university
Passion for leadership and technology
• Strong communication skills
• Team oriented
• Self starter
• Willing to relocate within the program and upon graduation

You will be a full-time Caterpillar employee with a highly competitive salary and benefits package. The development program will support you with a committed technical leadership team that will oversee program administration and focus on providing excellence to your on-boarding and rotational experiences