Senior Design Engineer – Engine & Genset Systems Lead

Caterpillar; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 113,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Caterpillar in Lafayette, IN seeks a Senior Design Engineer to lead Mechanical DTO projects for large engines and gensets across Marine, Oil & Gas, and Electric Power markets. You will guide cross-functional teams, apply Creo 3D modeling, and deliver integrated engine and genset solutions.

The role requires strong analytical, leadership, and customer-focused problem solving, with relocation support and up to 5% travel. A Bachelor's in engineering is required; a Master's is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, or Engineering Technology or equivalent.
• Experience with gas or diesel engines and/or genset mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute DTO projects for Lafayette Engine Center.
• Design custom mechanical systems for engines and gensets, including bases and generator mountings.
• Provide technical leadership and communicate results to customers and internal teams.
• Develop solutions to meet customer design requirements while balancing time, cost, and quality.

Skills

Gas/diesel engines knowledge

Generator mechanical design

Mechanical design

3D modeling

Leadership

Communication

Customer focus

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Materials Science, or Engineering Technology

Master's degree in Engineering or Business

Tools

Creo

Job description

Caterpillar in Lafayette, IN seeks a Senior Design Engineer to lead Mechanical DTO projects for large engines and gensets across Marine, Oil & Gas, and Electric Power markets. You will guide cross-functional teams, apply Creo 3D modeling, and deliver integrated engine and genset solutions.

The role requires strong analytical, leadership, and customer-focused problem solving, with relocation support and up to 5% travel. A Bachelor's in engineering is required; a Master's is a plus.