Senior Performance Engineer

Caterpillar•Lafayette, IN

4d•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. The Large Power Systems Division currently has an opening for a Senior Performance Engineer in the Production Performance team located in Lafayette, IN. In this role you will lead engine production performance, factory test operations, and global customer application support with a focus on new product introduction (NPI). Role Definition Solve complex engineering problems involving engine performance, new product introduction, and production processes using advanced data analysis and hands-on test leadership. Deliver solutions that improve product quality, factory efficiency, and customer outcomes while providing technical leadership across teams.

Requirements

Degree required – Bachelor’s in engineering or engineering technology
Process Management : Knowledge of business process improvement tools and techniques; ability to understand, monitor, update, control, or enhance existing business or work processes.
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.
Effective Communications : Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
Problem Solving : Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.
Technical Excellence : Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.
Project Management : Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives.

Nice To Haves

Significant experience with large gas or diesel engine performance and troubleshooting
Experience with NPI programs or performance development for new products
Experience supporting factory testing or production environments
Familiarity with Caterpillar engine product systems and configurations
Experience supporting large customer projects (e.g., data centers, energy solutions)
Advanced data analysis or programming skills (e.g., Excel VBA, Python, SQL, Power BI)

Responsibilities

Lead support for current gas and/or diesel engine product lines and new product introduction (NPI) programs
Develop, publish, and maintain engine performance data in Gas Engine Rating Pro (GERP) and TMI (Technical Marketing Information)
Analyze and process special rating requests and sales inquiries
Create advanced custom performance data to support customer applications
Provide technical leadership supporting product support teams and resolve field performance issues, including large data center projects
Collaborate with global teams on performance data development and product releases
Lead development and governance of factory hot test specifications across multiple facilities
Provide direct leadership for Lafayette test operations including troubleshooting and issue resolution
Drive test process improvements to increase throughput, efficiency, and capacity across LEC and other facilities
Lead continuous improvement initiatives supporting capacity, quality, and efficiency objectives
Partner with design, manufacturing, and leadership to deliver product and process improvements