Associate Design Engineer, Large Mining Trucks

Caterpillar

Tucson (AZ)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Tucson, AZ is seeking an Associate Design Engineer for the Large Mining Trucks program.

You will support engine installation and cooling system design, work with powertrain, hydraulics, electronics, and structures teams to deliver reliable, high-performance mining equipment onsite five days a week. The role emphasizes developing requirements, coordinating prototype builds, validating performance, and applying innovative solutions to improve durability, uptime, and field

Qualifications

  • Requires a degree in an accredited Engineering, Computer Science, Materials Science, or related technical discipline.
  • Hands-on engineering experience and troubleshooting ability.
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams.
  • Strong customer-focused engineering mindset.

Responsibilities

  • Support design and development of Large Mining Truck engine installation and cooling systems.
  • Create functional requirements and translate needs into designs and specs.
  • Research emerging technologies and identify opportunities for improvements.
  • Coordinate prototype builds, testing, and validation activities.
  • Collaborate with Powertrain, Hydraulics, Electronics, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Product Support.
  • Assist supplier development and component quality initiatives.

Skills

CAD tools
Engineering analysis
Effective communication
Design for Manufacturability
Cross-functional teamwork
Troubleshooting

Education

Engineering degree
Computer Science
Materials Science

Tools

CAD software
Engineering analysis tools

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. in Tucson, AZ is seeking an Associate Design Engineer for the Large Mining Trucks program.

You will support engine installation and cooling system design, work with powertrain, hydraulics, electronics, and structures teams to deliver reliable, high-performance mining equipment onsite five days a week. The role emphasizes developing requirements, coordinating prototype builds, validating performance, and applying innovative solutions to improve durability, uptime, and field

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