Associate Design Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.•Rapid City, SD

1d•$81,370 - $122,060•Onsite

About The Position

Caterpillar’s Earthmoving Division is hiring an Associate Design Engineer for its Engineering Design Center team in Rapid City, South Dakota. The engineer will work closely with a product group and engineering project lead to assist with the design and development of new and existing components, assemblies, and systems for Caterpillar equipment. The work includes developing design concepts in 3D modeling software; performing basic to intermediate analyses, including finite element and bolted joint analysis; identifying and helping resolve design problems; collaborating with Caterpillar teams and suppliers; and managing the development and completion of drawings needed to manufacture parts related to project designs. The position requires working in the office five days per week, Monday through Friday.

Requirements

Knowledge of decision-making processes, tools, and techniques, and ability to analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
Knowledge of analytical techniques and tools, and ability to determine root causes and develop alternative solutions.
Knowledge of relevant technologies and application methods, and ability to develop solutions to significant technical challenges.
Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools, and techniques, and ability to transmit, receive, and interpret ideas, information, and needs effectively.
Knowledge of 3D software types, features, and tools, and ability to use, implement, test, and upgrade software for producing 3D models.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with PTC Creo or other parametric 3D modeling and/or simulation tools.
Experience with manufacturing and/or fabrication.
Experience maintaining or operating heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

Create 3D models of new designs using PTC Creo.
Develop and document functional requirements and translate them into detailed design documents.
Oversee drafting teams’ efforts to create manufacturing drawings related to designs.
Perform analysis activities to aid in developing and refining designs.
Communicate technical information to team members, other Caterpillar engineering teams, and suppliers.
Assist in designing and developing new and existing components, assemblies, and systems for Caterpillar equipment.
Identify and assist in resolving design problems.
Manage development and completion of drawings to support the manufacture of parts related to project designs.