Application Engineer

Caterpillar•Mossville, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Large Power System Division is seeking a Catalyst Performance/Simulation/Application Engineer to support the development and application of aftertreatment systems through catalyst sizing, performance simulation, system analysis, and validation. The engineer will use simulation and test data to evaluate catalyst performance, optimize aftertreatment system sizing, and provide technical recommendations supporting product development and application programs. The position is located onsite in Mossville, Illinois, five days per week. Domestic relocation assistance and visa sponsorship are available for eligible applicants.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
Hands-on experience performing catalyst sizing and catalyst performance simulation/modeling.
Demonstrated experience evaluating aftertreatment system capability and catalyst sizing tradeoffs.
Experience analyzing engineering data and translating simulation or test results into technical recommendations.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate technical findings and recommendations clearly to engineering teams and project stakeholders.
Working knowledge of business process improvement tools and techniques.
Working knowledge of accuracy and attention to detail.
Working knowledge of analytical thinking techniques and tools.
Working knowledge of effective communication concepts, tools, and techniques.
Extensive knowledge of problem-solving approaches, tools, and techniques.
Working knowledge of a given technology and its application methods.
Basic knowledge of project management strategies and tactics.
Working knowledge of computer-aided design and engineering tools and techniques.

Nice To Haves

Experience with diesel or natural-gas engine aftertreatment systems.
Experience with catalyst technologies and system-level aftertreatment development.
Experience correlating simulation predictions with laboratory, test-cell, or field results.
Knowledge of emissions performance, exhaust thermal conditions, conversion efficiency, and catalyst aging/deterioration.
Experience supporting new-product or application-development programs.
Familiarity with catalyst canning and DEF system components.
Ability to work on or lead multiple projects simultaneously and make sound priority decisions.

Responsibilities

Perform catalyst performance modeling and sizing to support aftertreatment applications.
Evaluate catalyst sizing alternatives and aftertreatment capability across operating conditions.
Analyze test-cell and field data to assess aftertreatment performance.
Use simulation results and experimental data to identify performance gaps and recommend technical solutions.
Support catalyst and aftertreatment system selection, sizing, and application decisions.
Develop and communicate technical conclusions, assumptions, risks, and recommendations.
Partner with design, test, controls, application, and program teams to resolve aftertreatment performance issues.
Support project execution by providing timely analysis, technical direction, and documentation.