SENIOR DESIGN ENGINEER-BATTERY PACK

Caterpillar; Ina (IL); On-site; USD 113,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Adoption benefits

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Caterpillar's Integrated Drivetrain and Energy Solutions Division (IDES) seeks a Battery Systems Senior Design Engineer to design, analyze, build, and implement new battery systems for rail and marine applications. You will own top-level system design, rack/pack interfaces, and cooling/ HV routing, collaborating with manufacturing and suppliers.

You will apply robust problem solving, simulations, and CAD/Engineering practices to develop reliable battery solutions, while supporting project

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an accredited Engineering curriculum.
• Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis.
• Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques.
• Knowledge of managing multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities.
• Knowledge of CAD/engineering tools; ability to produce, simulate and test product design drafts.
• Knowledge of features to design, build, and develop a new product or service from concept through to production.

Responsibilities

• Own the design of battery systems used to integrate battery packages into customer applications, including top-level system design and interface routing for cooling and high voltage connections.
• Utilize robust problem solving to resolve and improve designs.
• Evaluate and optimize designs using simulation tools and thermal evaluations.
• Assist in procurement and builds of system hardware; document and develop build improvements.
• Support customers and dealer teams with integration guides and assembly procedures.
• Collaborate with internal manufacturing and external purchasing partners for supplier selection and APQP processes.
• Provide guidance to colleagues responsible for other portions of the product to meet requirements and schedules.
• Contribute to development of battery systems, Design FMEAs and risk assessments.
• Protect Caterpillar's intellectual property.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Effective communications

Managing multiple priorities

Technical excellence

Computer-Aided Design & Engineering

Product design and development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Creo

Teamcenter

Job description

Career Area:

Engineering

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.

Integrated Drivetrain and Energy Solutions Division (IDES):

The IDES division focuses on delivering advanced electrified powertrain, zero-emissions products/technologies, and the solutions and services associated with these technologies. Focus areas include batteries, fuel cells, motors, inverters, micro grid controllers, charging, energy storage systems, lifecycle solutions/services and integration of components for ePowertrain solutions across industries.

We are looking for top talent to build and scale the next generation of technologies, products and services to help our customers build a better-more sustainable-world. We need self-motivated, intelligent and team-oriented individuals to make our plans a reality. Individuals with high emotional intelligence, humility and openness to discovery will thrive in the teams we are building.

Job Summary:

Caterpillar's Integrated Drivetrain and Energy Solution Division (IDES) has an exciting position as a Battery Systems Senior Design Engineer supporting the Battery Packs team. As a Senior Design Engineer, you will design, analyze, build, and implement new battery systems, components, or technologies into rail and marine customer applications.

What You Will Do:

• Own the design of battery systems design used to integrate battery packages into customer applications. This would include owning the top-level system design as well as the structural rack/pack and interface routing and location for cooling, communications, and high voltage connections.


• Utilize a robust problem solving and implementation process to resolve and improve designs.


• Evaluate and optimize designs using simulation tools structural or thermal evaluations.


• Assist in procurement and builds of system hardware; document and develop build improvements through design or process optimization.


• Support customers and dealer product support teams to develop Application & Integration guides and Disassembly & Assembly procedures.


• Collaborate with internal manufacturing and external purchasing partners to complete supplier selection, capabilities assessments and implement APQP processes.


• Provide aid and guidance to colleagues responsible for other portions of the product to ensure product requirements and development schedules are met.


• Contribute to the development of battery systems, Design FMEAs and Risk Assessments.


• Protect Caterpillar's intellectual property.

What You Will Have:

• Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) in an accredited Engineering curriculum.


• Analytical Thinking: 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: 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: 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: Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.


• Computer-Aided Design & Engineering: Knowledge of tools and techniques of specialized graphics programs; ability to produce, analyze, simulate and test product design drafts.


• Product Design and Development: Knowledge of product features; ability to design, build, and develop a new product, technology, or service from concept through to production.

What Will Set You Apart:

• 3+ years of progressive work/academic experience on the design and development of battery pack/rack or similar electrical integration systems.


• Proficiency with Creo (or equivalent) and Teamcenter.


• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.


• Ability to communicate technical information effectively with team members and inside and outside their work group.

Additional Information:

• This position is located in Mossville, IL and requires 5-day a week on-site availability.


• 10% or less travel is expected for this role.


• Domestic Relocation is available.


• Visa Sponsorship is not available.

Summary Pay Range:

$112,710.00 - $169,060.00

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


• These benefits also apply to part-time employees.

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

August 24, 2026 - September 1, 2026

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

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

Locations:

MOSSVILLE, ILLINOIS, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA