Drivetrain Design Lead - Prototyping & Validation

Socket.dev

East Peoria (IL)

On-site

USD 128,000 - 193,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits
Paid time off
401(k) savings plans
Relocation assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Career development
Incentive bonus

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Design Engineering Specialist to lead projects in the Integrated Drivetrain Energy Solutions Division for Large Mining Truck, Off Highway Truck, and Wheel Tractor Scraper products. You will guide design, validation, supplier interactions, and project execution.

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Materials Science is required. Candidates should demonstrate analytical thinking, problem solving, and strong communication, with experience in CAD, product development

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Materials Science required.
  • Strong design, validation, and supplier coordination skills.
  • Experience with CAD/engineering tools and product development cycles.

Responsibilities

  • Develop design parameters, performance specs, and technical documentation.
  • Lead technical design evolution, planning, and testing; participate in supplier assessments.
  • Monitor new technologies and materials for product/process improvements.
  • Oversee prototype construction, materials selection, and reliability testing.

Skills

Analytical Thinking
Decision Making
Effective Communications
Project Management
CAD & Engineering
Product Development Life Cycle
Product Testing
Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Materials Science

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Design Engineering Specialist to lead projects in the Integrated Drivetrain Energy Solutions Division for Large Mining Truck, Off Highway Truck, and Wheel Tractor Scraper products. You will guide design, validation, supplier interactions, and project execution.

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Materials Science is required. Candidates should demonstrate analytical thinking, problem solving, and strong communication, with experience in CAD, product development

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