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Caterpillar

Welding Manufacturing Engineer

Decatur, IL · On-site

$97K - $146K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Not Available As a Welding Manufacturing Engineer based in Decatur, IL , you will provide technical expertise to design and improve manufacturing operations across cost, quality, safety, and ...

Arcosa LWB, LLC

Weld Tech

Clinton, IL

$55K - $70K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Perform welding training on the shop floor and in a classroom setting as required * Assist in qualifying welding procedure specifications as required * Participate in internal improvement teams/other ...

Arcosa Lightweight

Weld Tech

Clinton, IL · On-site

$55K - $70K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Meyer Utility Structures (MUS) is searching for a Plant Welding Technician. In this role, you will provide the Clinton, IL utility pole manufacturing plant with welding and technical support such as ...

Arcosa LWB, LLC

Welder

Clinton, IL

$25 - $30.36/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... welding skills, visual weld inspection experience, and the ability to plan the sequence of operation. Meyer Utility Structures is a proud subsidiary of the infrastructure company, Arcosa, Inc. We ...

Arcosa Lightweight

Welder

Clinton, IL · On-site

$25 - $30.36/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... welding skills, visual weld inspection experience, and the ability to plan the sequence of operation. Meyer Utility Structures is a proud subsidiary of the infrastructure company, Arcosa, Inc. We ...

Mason Manufacturing LLC

Experienced Welder

Decatur, IL

$23 - $29/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Efficient at Flux-Core welding with an emphasis on back-gouging * Works in a safe, efficient manner following all safety regulations * Keep accurate labor records * Clean work upon completion of each ...

Arcosa LWB, LLC

Fitter/Welder

Clinton, IL

$27.50 - $30/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Fitter/Welder at Meyer Utility Structures, you'll use jigs/holding fixtures to lay out pieces to be welded according to blueprints, layouts, schematics, or work orders. You'll set up, operate ...

Arcosa Lightweight

Fitter/Welder

Clinton, IL · On-site

$27.50 - $30/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Fitter/Welder at Meyer Utility Structures, you'll use jigs/holding fixtures to lay out pieces to be welded according to blueprints, layouts, schematics, or work orders. You'll set up, operate ...

Arcosa LWB, LLC

Sr. Fitter/Welder

Clinton, IL · On-site

$26 - $31.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Fitter/Welder at Meyer Utility Structures, you'll use jigs/holding fixtures to lay out pieces to be welded according to blueprints, layouts, schematics, or work orders. You'll set up, operate ...

Arcosa Lightweight

Sr. Fitter/Welder

Clinton, IL · On-site

$26 - $31.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Fitter/Welder at Meyer Utility Structures, you'll use jigs/holding fixtures to lay out pieces to be welded according to blueprints, layouts, schematics, or work orders. You'll set up, operate ...

Caterpillar

Early Career Welder - Decatur, IL

Decatur, IL · On-site

$30.32/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Fabrication Specialist Trainee, you will build on your training to set up, operate and adjust manual and/or automatic machines to perform welding operations in all positions. Starting pay up to ...

Caterpillar

Experienced Welder - Decatur, IL

Decatur, IL · On-site

$30.32/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... IL As a Fabrication Specialist, you will set up, operate, and adjust manual and/or automatic machines to perform welding operations in all positions. Pay up to $30.32/hour. Job Duties ...

The Kelly Group

Fitter/Welder

Decatur, IL · On-site

$28 - $40/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

... a 2-inch schedule 160 carbon steel pipe in 6G position using gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW, TIG, Heliarc) root and hot pass and shielded metal arc welding (SMAW, stick) fill and cap to become ...

The Kelly Group

Fitter/Welder

Decatur, IL · On-site

$20.25 - $25.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Pass a bend test on a 2-inch schedule 160 carbon steel pipe in 6G position using gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW, TIG, Heliarc) root and hot pass and shielded metal arc welding (SMAW, stick) fill and ...

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As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for a welding in Decatur, IL is $28.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.60 and $33.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between A Welding vs Pipefitter?

AspectA WeldingPipefitter
CertificationsWelding certifications (e.g., AWS)Welding certifications often required
Work EnvironmentFactories, construction sites, manufacturingIndustrial plants, construction sites, refineries
Industry UsageManufacturing, construction, repairOil & gas, plumbing, industrial piping
Common TasksJoining metal parts, welding techniquesInstalling, maintaining piping systems

Both A Welding and Pipefitter roles require welding certifications and involve working in industrial environments. While welders focus on joining metal components, pipefitters specialize in installing and maintaining piping systems. The roles often overlap, but pipefitters typically work more with plumbing and industrial piping, whereas welders may work on a broader range of metal fabrication projects.

What jobs do you do as a welder?

As a welder, you perform tasks such as joining metal parts through various welding techniques like MIG, TIG, or arc welding. Welders work in industries such as construction, manufacturing, and repair, often using tools like welding machines and safety equipment, and may require certifications to ensure quality and safety standards.

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Welding Manufacturing Engineer

Caterpillar

Decatur, IL • On-site

$97K - $146K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

Caterpillar Inc. rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 480 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

286th of 489 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

Career Area:
Manufacturing
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.
Welding Manufacturing Engineer
Primary Location: Decatur, IL
Travel: Up to 10%
Relocation Assistance: Available
Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
As a Welding Manufacturing Engineer based in Decatur, IL, you will provide technical expertise to design and improve manufacturing operations across cost, quality, safety, and environmental compliance. You'll focus on enhancing complex equipment and processes, strengthening equipment/process reliability, and leading engineering support that improves how work gets done on the floor. This role includes coaching, and development of operations technical staff and support teams while driving practical, data-informed improvements.
Key Responsibilities
  • Identify and implement enhancements and modifications to complex manufacturing operations equipment and processes.
  • Monitor sophisticated equipment and process reliability, identifying and addressing problem areas to improve uptime, throughput, and quality.
  • Provide coaching, and development for operations technical staff and support areas.
  • Lead engineering support for the planning, development, operation, and maintenance of manufacturing equipment, processes, or facilities.
  • Apply structured decision-making, risk/benefit evaluation, and documentation to drive consistent outcomes.
  • Use disciplined problem solving and fact-finding/diagnostic tools to define problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement sustainable countermeasures.
  • Support projects with practical project management (plans, schedules, status reporting, stakeholder inputs).
  • Responsible for supporting the manufacturing operation by providing tooling, processes, equipment, etc. to provide for the needs of the shop operation. Assignments include tool design, manufacturing processing, cost estimating, systems planning, layout, standards, releasing, etc. and requires the coordination of all disciplines

Required Skills
  • Manufacturing process engineering: ability to assess phases/activities/deliverables, document standards, control/monitor processes, and possess thorough knowledge of GD&T
  • Lean manufacturing: ability to apply lean tools/measurements, support work cell design considerations, and solve implementation challenges.
  • Problem solving: ability to document problems and alternatives, analyze stakeholder perspectives, and use diagnostic tools to determine root cause.
  • Decision making & critical thinking: ability to gather/organize relevant data, document decision inputs, and prioritize concerns.
  • Engineering in a manufacturing environment: ability to support specifications, follow standards/policies, and escalate unusual issues appropriately.
  • Project execution: ability to support basic project plans (cost/schedule/resources) and produce standard status reporting.
  • Education/experience: Degree or equivalent experience desired.

Preferred Skills
  • Collaborative automation / cobots: ability to assess manual operations for cobot use, implement solutions for ergonomics/safety, perform risk assessments, and test/validate performance.
  • PLC Controls: experience with PLC controls including Allen Bradley and Siemens.
  • Robotic Process Automation (RPA): ability to analyze workflows, configure/validate automations, and test solutions using common RPA tools (examples include Pega, Automation Anywhere, Blue Prism, UiPath).
  • Experience improving equipment and process reliability in complex, high-mix manufacturing environments.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and develop technical teams through coaching and structured execution.
  • Thorough knowledge of heavy fabrication

Summary Pay Range:
$97,530.00 - $146,290.00
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.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Posting Dates:
August 4, 2026 - August 14, 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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