Diesel Mechanic - 2nd Shift

Caterpillar Inc.•Mossville, IL

1d•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. Caterpillar’s Industrial Power Systems Division (IPSD) designs, tests and manufactures 0.5 to 18L engines that not only power Caterpillar machines, but also power over 5000 other applications including Marine, Petroleum, Industrial Applications, Electric Generators, and Locomotives. Caterpillar’s company strategy includes sustainability as one of four focus areas and IPSD is engaged and actively preparing green energy solutions for the future. The Industrial Power Systems Division has an exciting opportunity for a Diesel Mechanic in Mossville, Illinois. As a diesel mechanic supporting our research and experimental operations, you will continuously improve process efficiency by performing the assembling, fitting, adjusting and/or dismantling required in the construction or disassembly of experimental engines. Individuals will work on experimental, pre-production, post-production and legacy engines that range in size from 0.5 to 18L.

Requirements

3+ years’ experience in diesel engine service or repair industry or a 2-year technical degree majoring in diesel power technology, industrial/engine power technology or Caterpillar Dealer Service Technology
Ability to think critically with minimal support or instruction
Strong adherence to safety regulations and policies

Nice To Haves

5+ years’ mechanical experience with diesel engines
Previous experience in the design and testing of engines
Robust incident and prevention skills
Personal integrity and accountability for results

Responsibilities

Apply engineering theory and design
Work from Pro-E models, VisView models, blueprints and verbal instructions
Assist install builds in various stages on both gaseous fuel and diesel type engines
Test machines by fitting for cooling, air, hydraulic connections, and wiring harnesses for adaptation
Install necessary test leads, thermocouples, cylinder pressure pick-up gauges, and instrumented test components
Perform adjustments on valve train, gear train, fuel system, cooling system, and oil system
Assemble entire unit of a new design or the buildup of subassemblies
Aid in the fabrication of intake and exhaust piping, instrumented fuel and cooling lines, and modify wiring harnesses
Incorporate improvements and developments in present production models
Evaluate and determine reusability of engine hardware during engine builds
Uses various precision gauging tools to check accuracy of assembly and fitting operations
Plan method and sequence of assembly
Install and remove engines from a testing cell
Use mechanic's hand tools, portable power tools, power presses, simple machines tools, and powered crane to assemble parts into complete unit, making alterations
Make suggestions concerning methods of overcoming difficulties encountered in assembly/disassembly and reasons for parts’ failure
Initiate possible changes in design to correct failure, and use data gained while performing assembly/disassembly or dismantling or construction to produce quality engines
Other duties as assigned