Design Engineer- Package Integration
About The Position
The Design Engineer is part of Caterpillar’s Large Power Systems Division Core Packaging group. The role involves conceptualizing and designing mechanical systems that meet performance, quality, and cost targets while being delivered on time. The position manages team workload, leads project initiatives, and demonstrates product development excellence. It is based onsite in Lafayette, Indiana, five days per week, with travel up to 20% possible. Relocation assistance is available; visa sponsorship is not available. The position posting closes on November 5, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. ET. Caterpillar’s Large Power Systems Division is part of its Power & Energy segment. It designs and manufactures large diesel and natural gas engines, powertrains, and key engine systems for customers in power generation, industrial, marine, oil and gas, rail, services, and Cat machine applications.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a relevant field.
- Approximately six years of relevant experience with a bachelor’s degree or higher.
- Extensive knowledge of analytical techniques and tools, including root-cause analysis and developing alternative solutions.
- Working knowledge of effective communication concepts and techniques.
- Working knowledge of self-management practices and the ability to prioritize concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities.
- Working knowledge of a technology and its application methods, with the ability to address significant technical challenges.
- Extensive experience with specialized graphics programs and techniques for producing, analyzing, simulating, and testing product design drafts.
- Extensive knowledge of product design processes, approaches, tools, and techniques, and the ability to convert customer and market requirements into product designs.
- Working knowledge of product features and the ability to develop products, technologies, or services from concept through production.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in Engineering or a relevant field.
- Fabrication design experience.
- System integration experience.
- Factory support experience.
- Experience with Creo or other modeling tools.
- Knowledge of and experience with APQP, NPI, CPI, and NTI processes.
- Supplier or component strategy experience.
Responsibilities
- Resolve complex design issues.
- Serve as a key point of contact for shop support and issue resolution.
- Collaborate with suppliers on design, process, cost, and deviation evaluation.
- Lead component and supplier strategy initiatives.
- Lead robust product development excellence initiatives.
- Support product validation.
- Deliver robust, validated designs on time to meet deliverables.
- Communicate technical information succinctly and accurately.
- Manage team workload and lead project initiatives.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and volunteer time.
- 401(k) savings plans.
- Health Savings Account (HSA).
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
- Health Lifestyle Programs.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Voluntary benefits and employee discounts.
- Career development.
- Incentive bonus.
- Disability benefits.
- Life insurance.
- Parental leave.
- Adoption benefits.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Relocation assistance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
