Design Engineer

Caterpillar•Fort Worth, TX

3d•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. About SPM Oil & Gas SPM Oil & Gas, a Caterpillar company, provides superior products and service solutions to make our customers more efficient and lower total cost of ownership. Globally, we deliver engineered oilfield and drilling equipment repair and certification, mechanical and rotating equipment repairs and upgrades, rapid prototyping of spare parts, robust asset management, operation and maintenance and field engineering services. We offer a wide range of career opportunities across a variety of technical and business roles in engineering and service locations worldwide. Join our team and help build engineering solutions that change the industry. About the Role: The Design Engineer designs, develops, builds, and implements new products, components, or technologies. Additional Information: Travel: up to 10% This role is based out of Fort Worth, TX This position requires working onsite five days a week

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, Materials Science or equivalent from an accredited program
Two or more years of practical experience in an engineering or STEM related field outside of academia
Working knowledge of computer-aided design and engineering tools used to create and modify 2D/3D models, drawings, and specifications
Ability to plan and support product/prototype testing and interpret results to improve design performance and reliability

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting supplier development and performance (e.g., technical reviews, capability assessments, issue resolution)
Experience with product design in a manufacturing environment, including design-for-manufacturability considerations
Experience building and testing prototypes and contributing to structured test plans and documentation
Familiarity with 3D modeling software, specifically SolidWorks
Mechanical and electrical design aptitude including sensors and software

Responsibilities

Research new materials, processes, and competitive products; apply findings to concept development and design trade studies
Organize, coordinate, and execute prototype builds, testing, and analysis; document results and recommend design improvements
Develop and document functional requirements; translate requirements into detailed design documentation (e.g., drawings, specifications, and design reports)
Create and update CAD models, drawings, and related engineering documentation; ensure configuration accuracy and revision control
Support buy/build analyses for product components, including technical input to sourcing decisions
Assist supply specialists and buyers with supplier development and supplier performance by providing technical guidance, clarifying requirements, and supporting issue resolution
Participate in proposal preparation, cost estimates, and technical reports as needed
Provide technical support to drafting and testing specialists; coordinate activities to meet schedule, quality, and documentation expectations