Catherine Linsmeier

Catherine Linsmeier is the Vice President of Engineering at Oshkosh Defense, where she has worked since 2000. She oversees all engineering aspects, from concept to production and sustainment. She holds an electrical engineering degree from Michigan Technological University and an Engineering Management masters from the Milwaukee School of Engineering.

Catherine is focused on leadership that empowers her team to achieve more through encouragement and support. She champions the people behind the products and is passionate about helping them find success in both daily tasks and broader business strategy, as highlighted in company features for the Society of Women Engineers conference.

She is a named inventor on multiple patents for Oshkosh Corporation, including recent 2026 filings related to vehicle data systems.