Experimental Mechanic – Engine Test & Assembly

Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation; Mossville (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) savings plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development

Incentive bonus

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Mossville, IL seeks a Supplemental Experimental Mechanic to support assembly, test, and modification of engines in a fast-paced lab environment.

You will handle assembly/disassembly, wiring, testing, and calibration of experimental engines ranging from 4.0 L to 340 L while ensuring safety and adherence to Caterpillar standards. The role emphasizes experience in diesel engines, hands-on problem solving, and meticulous attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years full-time experience in diesel engine service and repair OR 2-year technical degree in diesel power technology or related Caterpillar programs.

Responsibilities

• Engineering theory and design
• Work from Pro-E models, VisView models, blueprints and verbal instructions
• Assist install builds in various stages on gaseous and diesel engines
• Fit cooling, air, hydraulic connections, and wiring harnesses for test devices
• Install test leads, sensors, gauges, and instrumented components
• Adjust valve train, gear train, fuel, cooling, and oil systems
• Assemble units and subassemblies for new designs
• Aid fabrication of intake/exhaust piping and wiring harnesses
• Incorporate improvements in present production models
• Evaluate reusability of engine hardware during builds
• Use precision gauging tools and plan assembly sequence
• Install and remove engines from testing cells
• Use hand tools, power tools, and cranes for assembly
• Suggest design changes to address failures
• Initiate design changes to correct issues during assembly/disassembly

Education

Diesel tech degree

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. in Mossville, IL seeks a Supplemental Experimental Mechanic to support assembly, test, and modification of engines in a fast-paced lab environment.

You will handle assembly/disassembly, wiring, testing, and calibration of experimental engines ranging from 4.0 L to 340 L while ensuring safety and adherence to Caterpillar standards. The role emphasizes experience in diesel engines, hands-on problem solving, and meticulous attention to detail.