System Engineer - Power & Energy Engines (Onsite)

Caterpillar Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 113,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) savings plans

Paid time off

Health Savings Account

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a System Engineer in Houston to define and coordinate core engine systems, drawings, and documentation for electric power and oil & gas orders.

The role emphasizes presales support and ensuring projects stay within Caterpillar capabilities. Candidates should bring a degree in engineering with at least 10 years of relevant experience, extensive AutoCAD proficiency, and strong analytical, communication, and project management skills to drive efficient, cost‑effective

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent (Dipl.-Ing./FH/TH) with minimum 10 years in engine design and related systems.
• Strong system engineering background and ability to coordinate core engine, mechanical drawings, and documentation for electric power and oil & gas projects.

Responsibilities

• Define mechanical system layouts and perform calculations (2D schematics, heat balance, alignments, clearance) for North American engine programs.
• Provide technical support to ensure design interfaces meet requirements and presales needs.
• Collaborate with engineering manager to standardize regional approaches and improve design efficiency.
• Promote cost-effective design solutions and reuse of common engineering designs.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Effective Communications

Problem Solving

Technical Excellence

Project Management

Education

Engineering degree (Dipl.-Ing.)

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a System Engineer in Houston to define and coordinate core engine systems, drawings, and documentation for electric power and oil & gas orders.

The role emphasizes presales support and ensuring projects stay within Caterpillar capabilities. Candidates should bring a degree in engineering with at least 10 years of relevant experience, extensive AutoCAD proficiency, and strong analytical, communication, and project management skills to drive efficient, cost‑effective