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Caterpillar Inc Engineer salaries in Chennai (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
2 - 14 years exp.
₹7 Lakhs - ₹26.4 Lakhs
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169% more than the average Engineer Salary in Industrial Machinery Companies for 2 - 14 years of experience

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Research & Development
Engineer Salary
2 - 14 years exp. (66 salaries)
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₹5.9 L/yr - ₹23 L/yr

Engineering - Software & QA
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2 - 14 years exp. (39 salaries)
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₹13.4 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr

Production, Manufacturing & Engineering
Engineer Salary
3 - 14 years exp. (5 salaries)
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₹11.9 L/yr - ₹26.5 L/yr

Quality Assurance
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12 - 14 years exp. (3 salaries)
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₹10.8 L/yr - ₹18.1 L/yr

Procurement & Supply Chain
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9 - 13 years exp. (3 salaries)
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₹11 L/yr - ₹22 L/yr

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Last Updated: 17 Mar 2025

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Caterpillar Inc Engineer Salary

2 - 14 years exp. (131 salaries)

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₹7 L/yr - ₹26.4 L/yr

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₹2 L/yr - ₹8.8 L/yr

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1 - 10 years exp. (11 salaries)

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₹5.2 L/yr - ₹12.5 L/yr

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Engineer salary at Caterpillar Inc ranges between ₹7 Lakhs to ₹26.4 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 2 years to 14 years. Salary estimates are based on 131 latest salaries received from various employees of Caterpillar Inc.

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Experience wise Caterpillar Inc Engineer salaries in Chennai

Last Updated: 17 Mar 2025

Experience Avg Annual Salary
2 years  (3 salaries)

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₹4.7 L/yr - ₹12.5 L/yr
3 years  (3 salaries)

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₹4.9 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr
4 years  (6 salaries)

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₹5.2 L/yr - ₹23.4 L/yr
5 years  (6 salaries)

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₹6 L/yr - ₹18.4 L/yr
6 years  (8 salaries)

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₹7 L/yr - ₹17.5 L/yr
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Caterpillar Inc Engineer Salary and Career Growth

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Engineer

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2 - 14 years exp.

Senior Engineer

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4 - 13 years exp.

Disclaimer: Our data limits the visualization of this career path at this point. However, other roles and opportunities might be available within the organization beyond what is shown here.

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Top skills at Caterpillar Inc for Engineer

Simulation Analytical skills Analytical Data Analysis Product Design

Salary related reviews for Caterpillar Inc

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Rated by 11 employees for salary & benefits

Production, Manufacturing & Engineering Department

4.0
  •  posted on 05 Jun 2021

2.0
 for  Salary and Benefits

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Teammates are only supportive

  • Job security - Good
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Dislikes

Salary is decent but career growth is slow. On the job training is not given to new joiners. Not supportive nature during trouble with customer's and only focus on business, , takes long time to pass TADA bill, In other aspects it is in average

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  • Salary - Poor
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Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0
  •  posted on 21 Aug 2023

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Fantastic work-life balance The pay is very good considering that the stress is not as high as most cos at this level Great job security

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  • Salary - Good
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Might not be motivated to work as hard since there's a lack of growth after a point of time. Initial learning is great but tapers off

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Quality Assurance Department

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CAT in Aurangabad offer good pay worth more than the living cost in tier2 city

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CAT in Aurangabad is built on an intimidating and daunting culture. No respect to employees and causes disconcerting. Leadership (so called) rely on threatening and slavery approach without any sort of human values Aurangabad is a city with limitations in good education and hospitals. I'd suggest someone who wanted to join this organization to think thrice before making decision

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Production, Manufacturing & Engineering Department

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There is lot to learn technically. good work life balance, but it depends on team. Job rotations available. Job security is good

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  • Job security - Excellent
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Too much work in some terms. Compensation is not competative.employer engagement is less

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Procurement & Supply Chain Department

4.0
  •  posted on 28 Jul 2022

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A wide range of knowledge exposure which brings out individuality.

  • Skill development - Excellent
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Have to work tremendously hard and big big part of luck should pay when in comes to conversation of any 3rd party agency to CAT employee

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Caterpillar Inc Engineer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Engineer at Caterpillar Inc in Chennai?
The average salary of a Engineer at Caterpillar Inc in Chennai typically ranges from ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹26.4 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 2 years to 14 years).

The top 10% of Engineer in Chennai at Caterpillar Inc earn more than ₹22.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹31.0 Lakhs per year. Engineer Salaries at Caterpillar Inc can be higher or lower depending on factors such as the specific team, level of experience, and additional benefits like bonuses and stock options.

These estimates are based on salary data submitted by 100+ Caterpillar Inc employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Engineer at Caterpillar Inc in Chennai?
The estimated take-home salary of a Engineer at Caterpillar Inc in Chennai typically ranges from ₹1,06,117 to ₹1,09,036 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹26.4 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 2 years to 14 years.The take-home salary is calculated after accounting for standard deductions such as taxes, provident fund (PF), and insurance. Salary estimates are based on 100+ salaries received from various employees of Caterpillar Inc. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.
What are the key skills required to be a Engineer at Caterpillar Inc in Chennai?
To be a Engineer at Caterpillar Inc in Chennai, the key skills required include:

  • - Simulation
  • - Analytical skills
  • - Analytical
  • - Data Analysis
  • - Product Design

These skills are highly valued at Caterpillar Inc and are crucial for successful performance in a Software Engineering role.
What is the salary of a Engineer in companies similar to Caterpillar Inc in Chennai?
The salary of a Engineer at companies similar to Caterpillar Inc in Chennai varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Danfoss Industries ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹12.5 Lakhs per year
Flowserve ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year
Toshiba ₹5.8 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year
EMERSON PROCESS MANAGEMENT ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹8.8 Lakhs per year
KONE ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹10.3 Lakhs per year

These companies, which operate in similar sectors, offer competitive salaries, although the range can vary based on the company and individual experience levels.
How the salary growth look like for a Engineer at Caterpillar Inc in Chennai?
The salary growth for a Engineer at Caterpillar Inc in Chennai depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Engineer in Chennai can expect the following growth trajectory at Caterpillar Inc:

Experience Average Salary Range
2 years ₹4.7 Lakhs to ₹12.5 Lakhs per year
3 years ₹4.9 Lakhs to ₹13.0 Lakhs per year
4 years ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹23.4 Lakhs per year
5 years ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹18.4 Lakhs per year
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Caterpillar Inc Engineer salary in Chennai ranges between ₹7 Lakhs to ₹26.4 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 131 Caterpillar Inc latest salaries received from various employees of Caterpillar Inc.