Mechanical Engineer: Design, Testing & Optimization

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 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.