Senior Design Engineer - Motors & Generators

Caterpillar Inc.•Mossville, IL

4d•$112,710 - $169,060•Onsite

About The Position

Caterpillar’s Integrated Drivetrain Energy Solutions (IDES) Division develops electrified powertrain, zero-emissions products and technologies, and associated solutions and services. The Low Voltage Motor and Generator Team designs motors and generators that power electric drivetrains across Caterpillar machines. The Senior Design Engineer will lead development of next-generation motor and generator components and improve the performance, cost-effectiveness, and durability of existing products. The position is based in Mossville, Illinois, and requires onsite availability five days per week. Domestic relocation is available; visa sponsorship is not available. Travel is expected to be 20% or less.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
Extensive knowledge of analytical techniques and tools; ability to determine root causes and develop alternative solutions.
Extensive understanding of effective communication concepts and techniques; ability to clearly transmit, receive, and interpret ideas, information, and needs.
Extensive knowledge of self-management practices and ability to prioritize multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities.
Extensive knowledge of a technology and its applications; ability to develop solutions to significant technical challenges.
Extensive knowledge of computer-aided design and engineering tools and techniques, including producing, analyzing, simulating, and testing product design drafts.
Extensive knowledge of product design processes and techniques; ability to convert customer and market requirements into product designs.
Extensive knowledge of product features and ability to design, build, and develop products, technologies, or services from concept through production.
Ability to work onsite five days per week in Mossville, Illinois.
Ability to travel 20% or less.

Responsibilities

Lead mechanical design and development of motor and generator components and assemblies, balancing performance, durability, cost, manufacturability, and serviceability.
Apply mechanical design principles, including component design, materials selection, thermal-mechanical interfaces, tolerances, and design for manufacturing, to develop robust electric machine hardware.
Collaborate with system, electrical, machine, manufacturing, and validation teams to translate product requirements into detailed mechanical component and assembly requirements.
Lead design analysis and product risk management, including FMEA, to identify potential failure modes, develop mitigation strategies, and define verification requirements.
Drive design reviews throughout the product lifecycle using engineering analysis, simulation, prototype builds, physical testing, and cross-functional input to mature designs and resolve technical issues.
Collaborate with manufacturing, suppliers, supply chain, quality, and other engineering teams to implement new designs, manufacturing processes, and product changes.
Partner with simulation and validation teams to develop and execute test plans demonstrating structural integrity, durability, thermal performance, and mechanical robustness while meeting project timing, cost, and quality objectives.