Senior Hydraulics Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.•Peoria, IL

1d•$112,710 - $169,060•Onsite

About The Position

Caterpillar’s Earth Moving Division is seeking an experienced Senior Hydraulics Engineer in Peoria, Illinois. The Earthmoving Hydraulic team has design control for hydraulic components used on Medium Wheel Loaders, Medium Tractors & Loaders, and Motor Grader products. The engineer collaborates with global cross-functional teams and suppliers to lead hydraulic component development from concept through production, ensuring superior performance, durability, quality, and serviceability while meeting cost and delivery targets. The role supports New Product Introduction (NPI), Continuous Product Improvement (CPI), field issue resolution, and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP). It manages development activities including concept design, FMEA assessment, prototype development, Virtual Product Development (VPD), pilot production, laboratory testing, machine validation, issue resolution, and assurance of supply. The position also communicates progress and results across teams, contributes to common solutions within Caterpillar’s global hydraulic community, mentors junior engineers, and manages multiple priorities. This position is based onsite in Peoria, Illinois, five days per week, with up to 15% domestic and international travel. Domestic relocation assistance is available. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Engineering, specifically Mechanical or Mechatronic Engineering.
Demonstrated capability in relevant technical and professional functions.
Ability to analyze problems, identify root causes, and develop alternative solutions.
Effective written and verbal communication skills, including accurately conveying and interpreting information and needs.
Ability to manage concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities and prioritize time effectively.
Technical expertise and ability to develop solutions to significant technical challenges.
Ability to design, build, and develop products, technologies, or services from concept through production.

Nice To Haves

Hydraulics skills and experience with mobile machinery components and/or systems.
Hydraulic component and/or system development experience, such as valves, pumps, or motors used in brake, transmission, fan, steering, or implement systems.
Mobile or agricultural equipment application experience.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with suppliers to develop and validate new hydraulic components and solutions for NPI programs.
Evaluate new products, systems, and technologies to improve design, cost, and performance.
Provide engineering expertise for CPI and field issue resolution.
Support APQP activities to ensure components meet time, cost, and quality requirements.
Manage project timelines and activities from concept design through development, testing, validation, issue resolution, and assurance of supply.
Communicate progress and results with cross-functional teams, including system, validation, product group, procurement, and supplier teams.
Collaborate within Caterpillar’s global hydraulic community to develop common enterprise solutions and apply lessons learned.
Mentor junior engineers and manage multiple priorities.