Mechanical Engineer – Thermal & Cooling Systems

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group; Mossville (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company located in Mossville, Illinois, is looking for an engineer responsible for the design and development of engine mounted cooling components. The ideal candidate will lead APQP and CPPD activities, ensuring product development meets time and quality requirements. Candidates should possess a B.S. in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Agricultural Engineering, along with 5+ years of relevant experience. Strong knowledge of CREO, Teamcenter, and heat transfer is preferred. Some travel to suppliers may be required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience working in Component design and validation.
• 3 years of experience with a Master's degree is acceptable.
• Strong academic background in fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, heat transfer, and mechanics of materials.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop engine mounted cooling components.
• Lead APQP and CPPD activities for cooling product development.
• Create technical specifications and conduct DFMEAs/DVP&R.

Skills

CREO experience

Excellent communication skills

Excellent organization skills

Education

B.S. in Mechanical, Aerospace or Agricultural Engineering

Masters degree (for ~3 years experience)

Tools

Teamcenter

APQP

Job description

• Responsible for design and development of engine mounted cooling components.
• Lead APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) and CPPD (Concurrent Product and Process Development) activity to ensure cooling products are developed to meet time, cost, and quality requirements within budget.
• Responsibilities include creating technical specifications, conducting DFMEAs/ DVP&R and releasing the part.
• Scope includes NPI, cost reduction, and current production.
• CREO experience
• Communicate with other engineering team members, GSND, suppliers, and customers.
• Adhere to established standards, policies, and practices relating to quality, cost reduction, safety, and ergonomics.
• Some travel (less than 10%) to suppliers and Caterpillar manufacturing facilities is required.
• Organization: LPSD’s Cooling Products

Required Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical , Aerospace or Agricultural Engineering
• ~5+ years experience working in Component design and validation
• ~3 years with Masters degree
• Working knowledge of Teamcenter and APQP
• Excellent communication and organization skills.

Desired Qualifications

• Proficiency with CAT internal systems and tools
• Expertise in heat transfer and heat exchanger supplier knowledge
• Strong academic background in fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, heat transfer, and mechanics of materials