Design Engineer - Fluid Systems

Caterpillar Brazil; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off (vacation & holidays)

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Design Engineer for the Fluid Systems Engineering team. You will participate in complex projects, designing, testing, and developing concepts for production release to ensure top performance, durability, and serviceability.

You will apply advanced design principles to support build processes and integration of new components and technologies. The role requires hands-on CAD design experience (Creo, Pro/E, SolidWorks) and the ability to analyze prototypes, translate

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited Mechanical or Agricultural Engineering program.
• CAD design tools experience (Creo, Pro/E, SolidWorks).
• Simulation-led design experience with rapid iteration.

Responsibilities

• Prepares concept, design, development, and feasibility studies of complex engineering projects.
• Organizes and executes the building, testing, and analysis of prototypes.
• Assists supply specialists and buyers with supplier development and supplier performance.
• Develops and documents functional requirements and translates into detailed design documents.
• Participates in buy-build analysis for product components.
• Supports proposal preparation and technical reports.
• Uses technical expertise to resolve problems with Test, Evaluation, Service, and suppliers.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Effective communication

Multitasking

Product design

Product development

Education

Mechanical or Agricultural Engineering degree

Tools

CAD software

Job description

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.

About IPSD:

Caterpillar’s Industrial Power Systems Division (IPSD) designs, tests and manufactures 0.5 to 18L engines that not only power Caterpillar machines, but also power over 5000 other applications including Marine, Petroleum, Industrial Applications, Electric Generators, and Locomotives. Caterpillar’s company strategy includes sustainability as one of four focus areas and IPSD is engaged and actively preparing green energy solutions for the future.

Job Summary:

We’re seeking a Design Engineer for our Fluid Systems Engineering team. This person will be responsible for participating in complex engineering projects including the design, test, and development of new product concepts for release to production in a manner to ensure those products provide superior performance, durability, quality, and serviceability. You will provide practical product design experience using complex technical principles supporting build processes and influencing the integration of new product components and technologies.

What You Will Do:

• Prepares concept, design, development, and feasibility studies of complex engineering projects.
• Organizes and executes the building, testing, and analysis of prototypes.
• Assisting supply specialists and buyers with supplier development and supplier performance.
• Developing and documenting functional requirements and translating into detail design documents.
• Participating in buy-build analysis for product components.
• Participating in and supporting proposal preparation, and technical reports.
• Uses technical expertise and product knowledge to participate in the problem resolution process when interfacing with Test and Evaluation, Service, Plant personnel, suppliers, and consultants.

What You Will Have:

• 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.
• Managing Multiple Priorities: Knowledge of effective self-management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation.
• Product Design - MFG: Knowledge of processes, approaches, tools and techniques of product design; ability to convert customer and market requirements into product design.
• Product Design and Development: Knowledge of product features; ability to design, build, and develop a new product, technology, or service from concept through to production.

Education:

Degree from an accredited Mechanical or Agricultural Engineering Program or related field.

Top Candidates Will Also Have:

• Ability to gain a mastery of complex engineering and manufacturability concepts.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with a desire to be hands on
• Demonstrated abilities of taking a product design from concept to production.
• CAD Design Experience (Creo, Pro/E, Solidworks, etc.)
• Simulation led design experience, ability to iterate designs quickly based on analysis results.

About Caterpillar:

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we have been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Summary Pay Range:

$97,530.00 - $146,290.00 Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)
• 401(k) savings plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Health Lifestyle Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
• Career Development
• Incentive bonus
• Disability benefits
• Life Insurance
• Parental leave
• Adoption benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Posting Dates:

August 31, 2026 - September 13, 2026

Drug Screen:

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

Work Location and Hours:

This position requires working onsite five days a week. Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Culture and Values:

There’s more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar. Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee’s contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we’ve built.