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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.

Caterpillar, the largest Construction Equipment manufacturer in the World, is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to be part of our engineering team in our Peoria, IL facility.

The role will direct and participate in the design and development of new product concepts and complex engineering projects for release to production in a manner to ensure products provide superior performance, durability, quality, and serviceability. Position will work both as an individual contributor and as part of a project team on Caterpillar Earthmoving equipment such as, but not limited to Wheel Loaders, Track-type Tractors, Motor Graders, Compactors, Pavers, Cold Planers and Rotary Mixers.

Job Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Concept and develop mechanical components & systems that may include large structural components, hydraulic integration, light structures & fabrications, operator stations, and/or engine installation systems.
• Directing, supporting and/or executing Virtual Product Development using analysis, simulation, and creation of the machines systems, as well as the product’s “Digital Twin”
• Communication with suppliers and customers on product selection and integration
• Direct and assist in the creation and support specific documentation required for release and production
• Collaborate with manufacturing, product verification & validation, & suppliers to develop efficient & cost-effective designs
• Compile and furnish necessary information (engineering decisions and reports of pertinent design analyses data) to document the design solutions required for building of prototypes and adoption of the design with possible involvement of other functional engineers.
• Communicate technical information to team members, leaders, and managers

Basic qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in an accredited Engineering or Materials Science curriculum
• Industry experience in mechanical design
• Knowledge of principles and procedures of the design process from concept through manufacturing
• Experience with CREO or other industry standard CAD software.
• Self-starter, with good mechanical aptitude and the ability to develop product concepts

Top Candidates will also have:

• Data analytics and/or computer science background
• Experience with FMEA
• Prior experience with design of construction equipment
• Strong leadership ability, good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
• Excellent analytical skills; experience with system simulation and analysis tools
• Emphasis on initiative and self-starting tasks

Additional Information:

• Location: Peoria, IL
• Domestic relocation is available to those who qualify
• Visa sponsorship is not available
• This position is also available in our Brooklyn Park, MN location and can be found using the following requisition #R0000226506

Your Work Shapes the World

Whether it be groundbreaking products, best in class solutions or creating a lifelong career, you can do the work that matters at Caterpillar. With a 95-year legacy of quality and innovation and 150 locations in countries around the world, your impact spans the globe.

When you join Caterpillar, you are joining a team of makers, innovators and doers. We are the people who roll up our sleeves and do the work to build a better world. We don’t just talk about progress and innovation. We make it happen. And we are proud of that, because it helps our customers build and power the world we live in – the roads, hospitals, homes and infrastructure. Without a dedicated workforce Caterpillar could not effectively meet our customer’s needs. Join us.

Employee benefit details

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.

Because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with a short-term incentive plan

Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date).

Final details

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This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers

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