Associate Design Engineer

Caterpillar•Mabank, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

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. Package Refurbishment and Upgrades (PRU) Engineering provides engineered solutions in support of the execution of aftermarket business on customer-specific sales orders. PRU engineers work as part of a multi-disciplined project team to execute orders ranging from minor package system upgrades through in-situ refurbishment of entire packages (See our website here for more details). All roles within PRU Engineering use established, standard designs and provide regular feedback to the groups that maintain these standard design “building blocks” to better meet our customers’ needs. Mechanical Design Engineer (MDE) Responsible for the mechanical design of package upgrades and retrofits. Collaborate with various engineering, fabrication, assembly operations, logistics, and field installation personnel to ensure that project designs are high quality, safe, and cost-effective. Independently gathering and analyzing relevant data and defining project issues in engineering terms with minimal technical direction. Facilitation of design reviews with peers and team members are also expected.

Requirements

Currently in the process of receiving or have already received a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or other relevant degree
Minimum 3.0 GPA on 4.0 scale
0-3 years of relevant experience
Previous related internship and/or work experience

Nice To Haves

Experience with turbomachinery products (gas turbines, centrifugal compressors, generators/alternators, etc.)
Experience with 3D CAD programs for mechanical design (PTC Creo or Dassault Systemes SolidWorks)
Ability to write and communicate ideas clearly
Ability to work well with others, team spirit, and flexibility with personal schedule to meet deadlines
A sense of urgency and organizational skills are also required to work with multiple projects and competing priorities.

Responsibilities

Mechanical design of package upgrades and retrofits.
Collaborate with various engineering, fabrication, assembly operations, logistics, and field installation personnel to ensure that project designs are high quality, safe, and cost-effective.
Independently gathering and analyzing relevant data and defining project issues in engineering terms with minimal technical direction.
Facilitation of design reviews with peers and team members are also expected.