Career Area:

Engineering

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.

Medium Tractor Products currently has an opening for a Senior Design Engineer located in Washington, IL, working on the Engine Installation and Cooling Team. This team has responsibility for multiple facets of product design for the tractor products portfolio which includes the D6-D8 Track Type Tractors and PL83-PL87 Pipelayers. In this position, you’ll design, develop, build, and implement new products and components supporting both New Product Introduction (NPI) initiatives and Continuous Process Improvement (CPI) projects. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring our products meet and exceed expectations in terms of scope, quality, speed, and cost across various machine platforms. If you thrive in a design role where you can drive forward-thinking solutions, this is the opportunity for you.

What You Will Do:

• Establish engine installation and cooling system requirements with inputs from other machine systems including engine, cooling, and machine product development teams.
• Collaborate with supply specialists and buyers for supplier development and supplier performance to optimize performance and cost.
• Oversee the efforts of drafting and testing specialists.
• Resolve any issues identified during program development or on customer machines with validated solutions.

What You Have:

• Degree: Bachelor’s degree in an accredited engineering curriculum (Mechanical engineering degree strongly preferred).

• Technical Excellence: Knowledge of engine installation and cooling design, cooling systems design, or engine design; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges. Ability to design and develop a new product from concept through to production.

• Computer-Aided Design & Engineering: Knowledge of tools and techniques of specialized graphics programs; ability to produce, analyze, simulate, and test product design drafts.
• Analytical Thinking: Proven ability to use techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of complex technical problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
• Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors. Willing and able to collaborate with international teams in various time zones.
• Managing Multiple Priorities: Knowledge of effective self-management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities; making effective judgements as to prioritizing and time allocation.

Top Candidates Will Have:

• Deep understanding of NPI processes and practices.
• Self-starter and highly motivated.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively with a culturally diverse work group.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.

Additional Info:

• Location: Washington, IL (United States)
• Travel: 10-15% (Domestic and International)
• Domestic relocation is available to those who qualify.
• VISA Sponsorship is NOT available.
• ISE assignments are NOT available.

What You Will Get:

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.

Here you earn more than just a salary because we value your performance. We offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits [medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401(k)] along with the potential of an annual bonus.

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

About Caterpillar:

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

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Relocation is available for this position.Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. 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.

Posting Dates:

July 30, 2024 - August 11, 2024

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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