Engine Installation Engineer

CNH Industrial; Oak Brook (IL); Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Savings & Retirement benefits

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Fertility & Family building support

Employee Assistance Programs

Charitable contribution matching and V

Job summary

CNH Industrial is seeking an entry-level Mechanical Engineer to join the Engine Installation Systems team. You will develop cooling, air intake, exhaust, fuel, and DEF subsystems for CNH large tractors and equipment, with exposure to CAD modeling, analysis, supplier collaboration, and production support.

This hybrid role offers growth in product development, design reviews, and cross-functional teamwork, ideal for recent graduates or early-career engineers pursuing hands-on experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Strong aptitude for designing, building, testing, or improving mechanical systems.
• Basic understanding of design principles, drawings, materials and processes.
• Clear communication and teamwork skills; ability to learn quickly.

Responsibilities

• Create and update BOMs, part numbers, 3D models, 2D drawings and specs using Creo and Teamcenter.
• Support design and packaging of engine installation subsystems (cooling, air intake, exhaust, fuel, DEF).
• Collaborate across functions to meet functional, quality, cost and manufacturability goals.
• Lead problem resolution with cross-functional teams and validated solutions.
• Perform basic engineering calculations and checks to support performance and reliability.
• Lead design reviews and refine designs through validation and production release.
• Build knowledge of agricultural equipment and product development best practices through mentorship.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Clear communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Hands-on project experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PTC Creo

Teamcenter

Job description

Category: Engineering and Technical

Job Type: Full Time

Working Mode: Hybrid

About Us

Innovation. Sustainability. Productivity. This is how we are Breaking New Ground in our mission to sustainably advance the noble work of farmers and builders everywhere. With a growing global population and increased demands on resources, our products are instrumental to feeding and sheltering the world.

From developing products that run on alternative power to productivity-enhancing precision tech, we are delivering solutions that benefit people – and they are possible thanks to people like you. If the opportunity to build your skills as part of a collaborative, global team excites you, you’re in the right place.

Grow a Career. Build a Future!

Be part of this company at the forefront of agriculture and construction, that passionately innovates to drive customer efficiency and success. And we know innovation can’t happen without collaboration. So, everything we do at CNH Industrial is about reaching new heights as one team, always delivering for the good of our customers.

Job Purpose

We are seeking a curious, hands‑on entry-level Mechanical Engineer to join the Engine Installation Systems team within the CNH Large Tractor & Crop Production product line. This role is a strong opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career engineer who wants to develop practical engineering skills while contributing to real products used by farmers around the world. The engineer will support the design and development of cooling, air intake, exhaust, fuel, and DEF systems used to integrate world‑class engines into CNH large tractor, sprayer, and spreader applications. This position offers exposure to product design, CAD modeling, engineering analysis, supplier and manufacturing collaboration, design reviews, validation activities, and production support. The role supports a hybrid work model with a combination of on‑site and remote work.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and update product BOMs, part numbers, 3D models, 2D drawings, specifications using engineering design software and product data management tools such as PTC Creo and Teamcenter.
• Support the design and packaging of engine installation subsystems, including cooling, air intake, exhaust, fuel, and DEF systems.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, suppliers, and product teams to help ensure designs meet functional, quality, cost, manufacturability, and serviceability requirements.
• Take ownership of following the problem resolution process for issues assigned and bring together the cross function team needed to close out issues with fully validated solutions that address root cause
• Work with experienced engineers to perform engineering calculations, design checks, and basic analysis to support product performance, durability, safety, and reliability.
• Lead design reviews, capture feedback, and help refine designs as they move from concept through validation and production release.
• Develop technical knowledge of agricultural equipment, engine installation systems, product development processes, and engineering best practices through mentorship and project experience.

Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering field.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in designing, building, testing, or improving mechanical systems.
• Basic understanding of mechanical design principles, engineering drawings, materials, manufacturing processes, and problem solving.
• Ability to communicate clearly, work in a team environment, learn quickly, and follow through on assigned work.
• Internship, co‑op, senior design, Formula SAE, Baja SAE, robotics, farm equipment, automotive, or hands‑on mechanical project experience is helpful but not required.
• Demonstrated ownership, follow‑through, communication, and problem‑solving skills.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Interest or experience with agricultural, off‑highway, construction, automotive, or heavy equipment systems.
• Exposure to CAD tools, preferably PTC Creo, and product data management systems such as Teamcenter.
• Familiarity with engine‑related subsystems such as cooling, exhaust, air intake, fuel, or DEF systems.
• Hands‑on experience with equipment maintenance, repair, fabrication, testing, troubleshooting, or field use.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving ability through coursework, internships, projects, clubs, or work experience.
• Ability to work across functions and communicate with engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and product teams.
• Motivation to learn, take initiative, ask good questions, and grow into a strong product development engineer.

Pay Transparency

The annual salary for this role is USD $63,750.00 - $97,750.00 plus any applicable bonus (Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as skill, experience and qualification for the role.)

For roles open across multiple locations, the salary range indicated refers to the primary location. If a different location is considered, the applicable salary range will be communicated to candidates prior to the first interview.

What We Offer

We offer dynamic career opportunities across an international landscape. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to delivering value for all our employees and fostering a culture of respect.

At CNH, we understand that the best solutions come from the diverse experiences and skills of our people. Here, you will be empowered to grow your career, to follow your passion, and help build a better future. To support our employees, we offer regional comprehensive benefits, including:

• Savings & Retirement benefits
• Parental leave
• Adoption assistance
• Fertility & Family building support
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Charitable contribution matching and Volunteer Time Off

US applicants: CNH Industrial is an equal opportunity employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Applicants can learn more about their rights by viewing the federal "Know Your Rights" poster here. CNH Industrial participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. You can view additional information here.

Canada applicants: CNH Industrial is an equal opportunity employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, place of origin, disability, marital status, family status, age, or any other ground prohibited by applicable provincial human rights legislation.

Explore the exciting and rewarding career opportunities in our engineering and technical departments, where you can grow your skills and experience, advance your career, and meet customer needs with innovative solutions.

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We partner with customers and listen to their needs, using their feedback to innovate technology that utilizes connectivity, computer vision, and artificial intelligence.

We have shaped the history of agriculture with pioneering firsts spanning over three centuries.

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CNH Industrial (NYSE: CNH) is a world-class equipment, technology and services company. The Company operates commercially through its brand portfolio which includes Case IH, New Holland, CASE and New Holland Construction Equipment.