Design Engineer
Caterpillar

Job Info

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Career Area:
Engineering
Job Description:

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.

Design Engineer

Mossville, IL

Role Summary:

The MG Drivetrain Systems Team, part of Caterpillar's Large Power Systems Division (LPSD), is seeking an innovative, self-starting, and motivated engineer to join our team as a Design Engineer. You will have the opportunity to help our customers build a better world by being responsible for the development, integration, validation, and maintenance of the lower powertrain system used across entire MG product line. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams across Caterpillar to design and develop these MG lower powertrain systems that will deliver differentiation and superior performance for our customers.

What you will do (includes but not limited to):

• Be responsible for designing and validating the lower powertrain system that meets the requirements for New Product Introduction (NPI) programs.
• Be responsible for implementing improvements to current designs by using the Continuous Product Improvement (CPI) process.
• Continually to learn and stay abreast of innovative technology in drivetrains not only in lower powertrain but also be exposed to upper powertrain systems as well.
• Oversee the development of lower powertrain systems that will meet and exceed the product groups expectations for quality, cost, and time to market.

Education Requirement:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering

What you have:

Analytical Thinking: Extensive Experience

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: Level Working Knowledge

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.

Technical Excellence: Level Working Knowledge

Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.

Computer-Aided Design & Engineering: Level Extensive Experience

Knowledge of tools and techniques of specialized graphics programs; ability to produce, analyze, simulate and test product design drafts.

Product Design - MFG: Level Extensive Experience

Knowledge of processes, approaches, tools and techniques of product design; ability to convert customer and market requirements into product design.

Product Design and Development: Level Working Knowledge

Knowledge of product features; ability to design, build, and develop a new product, technology, or service from concept through to production.

Top Candidates will also have:

• On machine or lab testing experience with transmission or axle systems
• Product support or field experience with customer interface
• Professional work experience supporting drivetrain components such as transmissions, axles, engines, wheel and brake systems, and/or other rotating mechanical systems.
• Formal training in Six Sigma, Lean, or other engineering process improvement programs

Additional Details:

• This position is located in Mossville, IL at the Technical Center, building G
• This position may require up to 10% travel.
• Domestic relocation assistance is available with this position.
• Visa sponsorship is not available with this position.

What you will get:

• Safety in words and actions. Safety is a core value at Caterpillar. We encourage and commit to safety in all processes that we do. We strive to provide a safe and secure work environment for all our employees.

• You earn more than just a salary because we value your performance. We offer a total rewards package that provides benefits on day one (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus.

• Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date)

• The Power of Everyone : At Caterpillar, we believe each person is unique and valued and are committed to ensuring that our workplace is diverse and representative of the many customers we serve around the globe. Different perspectives help us achieve our best work and come together to form a high-performing Caterpillar team that makes positive changes in the communities where we live and work.

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Relocation is available for this position.Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.
Posting Dates:
November 13, 2024 - November 27, 2024
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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