Design Engineer

Design Engineer

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.

Caterpillar Defense proudly serves all branches of the U.S. military and federal government, allied militaries and governments, and original equipment manufacturers. For over 100 years, we have supplied reliable products and solutions to government agencies and military forces worldwide, supporting people who put their lives on the line to provide security, generate energy and supply humanitarian aid. Today, we continue to deliver leading-edge products and global services, working around the clock and around the world to deliver the power and performance that customers need. Caterpillar's largest single customer is the U.S. Department of Defense. 190,000+ machines, tanks, tactical vehicles, and submarines move missions forward with Cat engines. We also provide solutions for power generation and surface ships. Cat has powered crucial engineering and logistical operations in every major conflict since WWI.

Caterpillar Defense is seeking a Design Engineer within the Engineering Division on the Machine design team with an interest in designing, integrating, validating, and executing modifications to commercial prime products that meet the needs of governmental and military customers. The successful applicant will have experience in product development with focus on structural design/analysis, product testing/validation, armor design, and/or supporting defense contracts. In addition to designing solutions, they will interact with various product groups, subcontractors, suppliers, and dealers to ensure feasibility and cost-effectiveness of designs and product compliance, conduct tolerance stack-up analysis, complete validation for vehicle-level testing, and support installation activities.

What you will do:

• Conducting system-level and component-level analysis for fit, form, and function
• Identifying and clarifying design tradeoffs across multiple solutions for technical and business issues to optimize products
• Collaborating with suppliers and manufacturing engineers to ensure feasibility and cost-effectiveness of designs
• Completing tolerance stack-ups, DFMEA's, and contributing to DVP&R planning
• Interfacing with validation teams for bench and vehicle-level testing of drivetrain assemblies
• Developing and documenting functional requirements and translating into detailed design documents
• Participating in and supporting proposal preparation, cost estimates, and technical reports

Degree required:

Analytical thinking: Extensive

Effective communications: Working understanding

Technical excellence: Level working knowledge

Product design - mfg: Extensive knowledge

Product design and development: Working knowledge

This position requires the candidate to work a 5-day-a-week schedule in the office. Relocation is not offered for this position. Sponsorship is not offered for this position. U.S. law prohibits the release of U.S. controlled technology and technical data to certain persons without authorization. This position involves items or information which may be subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or controlled for national security or other reasons under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). By applying to this position, you acknowledge that you are a U.S. citizen; not hold dual citizenship with another country; and are willing to present evidence of your U.S. citizenship.

Caterpillar Inc. is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we've been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Summary pay range: $95,640.00 - $143,520.00 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: Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of 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.