Senior Design Engineer- Air Systems

Caterpillar•Lafayette, IN

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Design Engineer will work on Engine Air Systems development for the Large Power Systems Division (LPSD), based in Lafayette, Indiana, with a focus on diesel, gas, and alternative-fuel engines. Engine air systems include intake and exhaust, crankcase ventilation, heat shields, and air valve components. The position contributes to new product introduction (NPI) and continuous product improvement (CPI) component design across LPSD engines, supplier CPPD, component and system validation, maintenance support, and collaboration with engine platforms. The engineer will direct and contribute to the concept, development, and design of complex components, subsystems, and processes, while developing analytical skills and applying engineering concepts. The role partners with and provides technical guidance to global teams, contributes to project planning and delivery, keeps up with innovative technology, and collaborates with colleagues. Markets served include electric power generation, oil and gas, marine, mining equipment, locomotive, and industrial engine applications. Minimal travel—less than 10%—is required for validation, debugging, and tracking issues with new designs. Relocation assistance is available.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or a similar field.
Knowledge of analytical techniques and tools, including determining root causes and developing alternative solutions.
Working understanding of effective communication concepts, tools, and techniques.
Working knowledge of practices for managing concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities and prioritizing time.
Working knowledge of a technology and its applications, with the ability to develop solutions to significant technical challenges.
Knowledge of computer-aided design and engineering tools and techniques, including producing, analyzing, simulating, and testing product design drafts.
Working knowledge of product features and the ability to develop a product, technology, or service from concept through production.
Ability to travel up to 10%.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with engine component design.
Self-motivation and a good sense of urgency when handling assigned tasks.
Experience with Teamcenter, ProE, Pro-Cable, and CREO (ProE Schematic) software.
Ability to communicate technical information effectively and lead concept design reviews.
Experience improving product designs based on FEA, validation tests, FMEA, field failures, and other findings.
Good interpersonal, teamwork, and collaboration skills for developing cooperative working relationships inside and outside the department.
Proven ability to perform complex assignments, prioritize workload, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

Create and support detailed designs and distribute requirements and deadlines to offsite engineering detailers.
Collaborate with engine platform teams, purchasing, and manufacturing.
Procure prototype materials.
Verify functionality through on-engine fit-ups.
Support field validation activities and resolve warranty and field issues.
Design NPI and CPI components for intake and exhaust systems, crankcase ventilation, heat shields, and air valves.
Review project results with management through stakeholder updates and design reviews.
Contribute to the concept, development, and design of complex components, subsystems, and processes.
Partner with and provide technical guidance to global teams.
Contribute to project planning and delivery, collaborate with team members, and keep abreast of innovative technology.