Design Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.•Mossville, IL

2d•$89,210 - $133,810•Onsite

About The Position

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. Role Summary: The Design Engineer will support LPSD fuel systems and engine development programs through advanced design, analytical simulation, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis. This role offers opportunities to contribute to research initiatives & new technology development (NTI), new product introductions (NPI), field issue resolution (CPI). The incumbent will work cross functionally with design, testing, and analysis teams to develop and deliver high performing components, systems, and simulation methodologies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accredited Engineering curriculum.
Solid background in fluid mechanics and thermo-dynamics
Analytical Thinking: Extensive knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
Effective Communications: Working knowledge and 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.
Managing Multiple Priorities: working knowledge of effective self-management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation.
Technical Excellence: Working knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.
Product Design and Development: Working knowledge of product features; ability to design, build, and develop a new product, technology, or service from concept through to production.

Nice To Haves

Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Theoretical & Applied Mechanics
Master’s degree or higher in an accredited Engineering curriculum
Engineering analysis experience
Strong technical and professional knowledge in diesel engines
Demonstrated experience applying Dynasty, GT-Suite, and CFD (Simerics-MP and/or ANSYS FLUENT) software to real-world engineering problems.
Innovative and have a strong research and development drive, being able to define work, set and achieve goals with little direction.
Good grasp of engine design and development, as well as analytical methods used in engine design and development.
Good project management skills.
Highly motivated and self-starter.

Responsibilities

Perform hydraulic performance modeling and CFD analysis of fuel systems, engine components, and related systems
Conduct analytical simulations using Dynasty, GT Suite, and CFD tools (Simerics MP and/or FLUENT)
Analyze, interpret, and clearly report simulation results to technical stakeholders
Recommend design improvements and enhancements based on analytical findings
Support research projects & new technology introduction, NPI programs, and field issue resolutions
Develop and evaluate new simulation techniques and analytical methodologies
Collaborate closely with design, testing, and analysis teams throughout component and system development
Support components and analytical processes through NPI programs and CPI projects