Design Engineer- C175 Engine Platform

Caterpillar Inc. • Lafayette, IN

8d • $89,210 - $133,810 • Onsite

About The Position

The Design Engineer will work on Caterpillar’s C175 engine platform within the Large Power Systems Division. The role involves collaboration with component teams, validation and performance groups, Product Support, customers, and dealers. Responsibilities include resolving issues, supporting C175 production assembly, and contributing to new product introductions by gathering customer input and leading design, validation, and implementation activities. The position is based in Lafayette, Indiana, may require up to 10% travel, and offers relocation assistance. Sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

• A degree in an accredited Engineering, Computer Science, or Materials Science curriculum.
• Extensive experience in analytical thinking, including identifying root causes, evaluating alternatives, and assessing costs, benefits, and risks.
• Working knowledge of effective communication, including preparing presentations and reports and communicating technical information appropriately.
• Working knowledge of managing multiple priorities and concurrent activities.
• Working knowledge of technical excellence and applying technical and project standards to resolve challenges.
• Extensive experience with computer-aided design and engineering tools and techniques.
• Extensive experience in product design for manufacturing, including assessing functionality and design processes.
• Working knowledge of product design and development from concept through production.

Nice To Haves

• Diesel engine experience.
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude.
• Self-starter with strong leadership skills.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively.

Responsibilities

• Research new materials and competitive products.
• Organize, coordinate, and execute prototype building, testing, and analysis.
• Assist supply specialists and buyers with supplier development and supplier performance.
• Oversee the efforts of drafting and testing specialists.
• Develop and document functional requirements and translate them into detailed design documents.
• Participate in buy-build analysis for product components.
• Support proposal preparation, cost estimates, and technical reports.
• Resolve issues with component teams, validation and performance groups, Product Support, customers, and dealers.
• Support C175 production assembly with timely problem resolution.
• Obtain voice-of-customer input and lead design, validation, and implementation for future C175 products.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior