Test & Validation Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.•Peoria, IL

1d•$97,530 - $146,290•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 Test & Validation Engineer plays a critical hands‑on role in ensuring product performance, quality, and reliability through real‑world testing and problem solving. This position is responsible for building, installing, and inspecting undercarriage components based on customer needs, while validating that products perform as expected in the field. This role goes beyond traditional testing—you’ll be actively working with equipment, troubleshooting issues, and making adjustments to ensure optimal performance. By partnering closely with engineering and cross‑functional teams, you’ll help identify opportunities for improvement, resolve technical challenges, and contribute to delivering high‑quality solutions to customers. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working with their hands, solving technical problems, and seeing the direct impact of their work in the field.

Requirements

Executes and supports product testing activities to validate performance, quality, and reliability against defined requirements.
Builds, installs, and inspects undercarriage components based on customer requirements, ensuring products meet operational standards.
Develops and follows test plans while accurately documenting results and ensuring all testing is conducted in accordance with engineering standards.
Identifies, investigates, and resolves technical issues uncovered during testing and installation activities.
Diagnoses problems with undercarriage components, performs root cause analysis, and supports repairs or adjustments to ensure proper functionality.
Collaborates with engineering teams to implement corrective actions that improve product performance and reliability.
Analyzes test data, inspection results, and field observations to evaluate product performance and identify areas for improvement.
Uses data‑driven insights to interpret findings, support validation decisions, and provide recommendations that enhance product quality, installation efficiency, and overall customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

Performs product testing and validation activities to ensure components meet performance, quality, and reliability standards.
Builds, installs, and inspects undercarriage systems based on customer requirements, ensuring proper fit, function, and overall system performance.
Troubleshoots technical issues identified during testing and installation, diagnoses root causes, and completes necessary repairs or adjustments.
Analyzes test results, inspection findings, and field data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for product improvement.
Collaborates with engineering and cross‑functional teams to communicate findings, support issue resolution, and drive product enhancements.
Develops and follows test procedures, ensuring accurate documentation of results and adherence to engineering standards and safety guidelines.
Supports continuous improvement initiatives by identifying inefficiencies in testing, installation, and validation processes and recommending solutions.
Provides technical support and feedback to improve product design, quality, and customer satisfaction.