Principal Engineer NPI Product Definition

Solar Turbines•San Diego, CA

2d•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. Role Definition Designs, develops, builds, and implements new components, products, or technologies in a self directed manner. Supports engineers with creation of product or project definition, prepares 3D models, drawings and specifications, and records data. This role also leverages advanced CAD and PLM tools—including Creo, Windchill, Creo View, and Model Based Definition (MBD)—to support new designs, updates, and complex engineering studies.

Requirements

Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
7+ Years Experience
Expert knowledge of advance 3D parametric solid modeling CAD systems PTC Creo. Knowledge in Siemens NX is a plus
Expert in advanced techniques and documented procedures for the creation and data management of solid parametric models/drawings. Expert understanding of model quality.
Proficient in advanced applications of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing theory (ASME Y14.5), gaging and inspection techniques.
Should demonstrate strong knowledge of configuration and change management using PLM systems such as Windchill
Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
Managing Multiple Priorities: Knowledge of effective self-management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation.
Technical Excellence: Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.
Design Engineering: Knowledge of designing and engineering products and systems; Knowledge of tools and techniques of specialized graphics programs; ability to produce, analyze, simulate and test product design drafts.

Responsibilities

Creates new designs and resolves manufacturing or operational issues, for complex components and systems. Ensuring design acceptance, manufacturing producibility, and validation. Develop project scope to address business challenges and opportunities.
Applying and developing new technologies and process improvements to achieve greater efficiency, cost reduction and quality improvement.
Uses Creo to produce new designs and engineering updates for cored blades and nozzles, dampers, and compressor components, ensuring accuracy in complex geometry and producibility considerations.
Implements design changes, performs design studies, and executes engine layout stack ups that involve advanced parametric modeling, surfacing, and Large Assemblies Management within Creo.
Applies and supports Model Based Definition (MBD) to streamline downstream consumption of annotated 3D models, ensuring compliance with digital manufacturing and inspection requirements.