Senior Design Engineer, Large Power Systems

Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 112,710 - 169,060; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid time off

Incentive bonus

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Lafayette, IN seeks a Senior Design Engineer to support the G3500 engine platform. You will collaborate with engine application, performance, and component teams to define requirements and deliver robust power engine solutions.

Responsibilities include leading CPI/NPI efforts, steering DFMEA, cost targets, and BOM management, with frequent cross-functional reviews and on-site collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree related to Engineering or Engineering Technology.
• Experience with Six Sigma methodologies (DMAIC) preferred.
• Leadership experience in CPI/NPI projects and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage CPI projects using Six Sigma DMAIC principles to identify root causes and implement solutions.
• Lead NTI/NPI engineering efforts and coordinate with cross-functional teams.
• Ensure program requirements and cost targets are met.
• Manage product quality projects from root cause to validation.
• Support BOM configuration and price list management.
• Lead engine hardware design direction with L3 engineers.
• Coordinate with production, validation, and customer service teams to ensure robust solutions.

Skills

Knowledge of engine operation

Project leadership

Analytical thinking

Effective communications

Managing multiple priorities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Engineering Technology

Tools

Creo

TeamCenter

Microsoft Office

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. in Lafayette, IN seeks a Senior Design Engineer to support the G3500 engine platform. You will collaborate with engine application, performance, and component teams to define requirements and deliver robust power engine solutions.

Responsibilities include leading CPI/NPI efforts, steering DFMEA, cost targets, and BOM management, with frequent cross-functional reviews and on-site collaboration.