Senior Design Engineer- Air Systems

Caterpillar; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 98,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off plan

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Career Development

Incentive bonus

Disability benefits Life Insurance Par

Parental leave Adoption benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Caterpillar's Large Power Systems Division in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Design Engineer for Engine Air Systems development, focusing on diesel, gas and alternative fuels. You will design intake and exhaust components and collaborate with engine platform teams to meet performance targets.

This role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Agricultural Engineering, strong CAD skills (Teamcenter, CREO), and the ability to lead design reviews.

Qualifications

• Analytical thinking to determine root causes and propose alternative solutions.
• Strong communication skills to transmit ideas clearly and effectively.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives and tasks.
• Technical excellence with ability to solve significant engineering challenges.
• Proficiency with CAD/engineering tools for design and analysis.
• Knowledge of product features from concept to production, with design intent.

Responsibilities

• NPI / CPI air systems component design across LPSD engines and platforms.
• Coordinate with offsite detailers and engine platform teams for design delivery.
• Support field validation, warranty issues, and design reviews.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Effective Communications

Managing Multiple Priorities

Technical Excellence

CAD & Engineering

Product Design and Development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Agricultural Engineering

Tools

Teamcenter

ProE

Pro-Cable

CREO

Job description

Career Area: Engineering

Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

About LPSD

The Large Power Systems Division (LPSD) is part of Caterpillar’s Power & Energy segment. Through this global organization, Caterpillar designs and manufactures large (greater than 18 liters) diesel and natural gas engines, powertrains and key engine systems. LPSD products and solutions support customers across power generation, industrial, marine, oil & gas, rail, services and Cat® machine applications worldwide.

Job Summary

The Large Power Systems Division (LPSD) with design center in Lafayette, IN has an opening for a Design Engineer for Engine Air Systems development with focus on diesel, gas and alternative fuels. Engine air systems include intake and exhaust, crankcase ventilation, heat shields and air valve components.

As part of the Air system design team, this role will be responsible for the following:

What you will do

• NPI / CPI air systems component design across LPSD engines, supplier CPPD, component and system validation, maintenance support, and platform collaboration.
• Creation and support of detailed design, distribution of requirements and deadlines to offsite engineering detailers, collaboration with engine platform teams, purchasing, and manufacturing, procurement of prototype material, verification of functionality with on-engine fit-ups, support of field validation activities, and resolution of warranty and field issues.
• NPI / CPI component designs for intake and exhaust, crankcase ventilation, heat shields and air valves.
• Review project results with the management team through stakeholder updates and design reviews.
• Markets served include Electric Power Generation, Oil & Gas, Marine, Mining Equipment, Loco, and Industrial engine applications.
• Minimal travel (less than 10%) is required to ensure successful validation, debugging, and issue tracking of new designs.
• Degree Requirement: Bachelors’ degree required in Mechanical or Agricultural Engineering or similar.

What you will have

• Analytical Thinking: Extensive knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
• Effective Communications: Working understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
• Managing Multiple Priorities: Working knowledge of effective self-management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation.
• Technical Excellence: Working knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.
• Computer-Aided Design & Engineering: Extensive knowledge of tools and techniques of specialized graphics programs; ability to produce, analyze, simulate and test product design drafts.
• Product Design and Development: Working knowledge of product features; ability to design, build, and develop a new product, technology, or service from concept through to production.

Top candidates will also have

• Previous experience with engine component design.
• Must be self-motivated with a good sense of urgency when handling assigned tasks.
• Experience with Teamcenter, ProE, Pro-Cable, and CREO (ProE Schematic) software.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively and lead concept design reviews.
• Experience with improving product designs based on the results from FEA, validation tests, FMEA, field failures, and other findings.
• Good interpersonal, teamwork and collaboration skills to develop a cooperative working relationship with others inside and outside of the department.
• Proven ability to perform complex assignments, prioritize workload, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Additional Information

This position is in Lafayette, IN; Relocation assistance is available for this position; This position may require up to 10% travel.

This Job Description is intended as a general guide to the job duties for this position and is intended for the purpose of establishing the specific salary grade. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive summary of all responsibilities, duties and effort required of employees assigned to this job. At the discretion of management, this description may be changed at any time to address the evolving needs of the organization. It is expressly not intended to be a comprehensive list of “essential job functions” as that term is defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

#LI Summary Pay Range

Pay Range: $97,530.00 - $146,290.00 Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
• 401(k) savings plans*
• Health Savings Account (HSA)*
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
• Health Lifestyle Programs*
• Employee Assistance Program*
• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
• Career Development*
• Incentive bonus*
• Disability benefits Life Insurance Parental leave Adoption benefits Tuition Reimbursement *

Posting Dates

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

Company Culture

There’s more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar. Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee’s contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we’ve built.