Mechanical Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, test, and improve mechanical systems and components at our US facility.

Ideal candidates bring a Master’s in Mechanical Engineering and 3+ years of hands-on design and analysis experience using CAD and simulation tools. You will work with manufacturing, quality, and product teams to deliver reliable, cost-effective solutions.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from a US-accredited university.
• At least 3 years of professional mechanical engineering experience.
• Experience with mechanical design, development, testing or manufacturing engineering.
• Proficiency with CAD and simulation tools.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components, systems, and assemblies.
• Prepare drawings, specifications, calculations, and technical documentation.
• Use CAD and analysis tools to create and evaluate designs.
• Support testing, validation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, suppliers, quality, and other engineering teams.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable standards and safety requirements.

Skills

Mechanical design

CAD software

Engineering analysis

Root-cause analysis

Communication

Teamwork

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (US accreditation)

Tools

CAD software

Simulation tools (FEA/analysis)

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to support the design, development, testing, and improvement of mechanical systems and components. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional engineering, manufacturing, quality, and product teams to develop reliable, efficient, and cost-effective solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components, systems, and assemblies.
• Prepare and review engineering drawings, specifications, calculations, and technical documentation.
• Use CAD software and engineering analysis tools to create and evaluate designs.
• Perform design reviews, tolerance analysis, root-cause analysis, and failure investigations.
• Support product testing, validation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement activities.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, suppliers, quality, and other engineering teams.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable engineering standards, safety requirements, and company procedures.
• Recommend improvements to product performance, durability, manufacturability, and cost.
• Document test results, engineering decisions, and project progress.
• Participate in project planning and meet assigned technical and delivery milestones.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field from an accredited university in the United States.

Required Skills

• At least 3 years of professional experience in mechanical engineering or a related field.
• Experience with mechanical design, product development, testing, or manufacturing engineering.
• Proficiency with engineering design and analysis tools, such as CAD software, simulation tools, or related applications.
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, materials, manufacturing processes, and engineering documentation.
• Ability to analyze technical problems and develop practical engineering solutions.
• Strong written, verbal, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional and project-based environment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Caterpillar products, heavy equipment, engines, hydraulics, or industrial machinery.
• Experience with 3D CAD, GD&T, FEA, or design-for-manufacturability principles.
• Knowledge of product validation, reliability testing, and quality improvement methods.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or similar continuous-improvement methodologies.

Pay range and compensation package

Not specified.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Caterpillar Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Additional Information

• Work Authorization Candidates with any visa or immigration status are welcome to apply, provided they are currently authorized to work in the United States for this position. Employment authorization will be verified in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. Any future sponsorship requirements should be discussed during the hiring process.
• Note The requirement for a U.S.-based master’s degree should be reviewed by the company’s legal or human resources team to ensure compliance with applicable employment and equal-opportunity laws.