Associate Design Engineer - Electrical

Electrical Designer

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Job Summary

As an Electrical Designer in this role, you will work closely with a product group and engineering project lead to assist in the design and development of various electrical components such as harnesses, cables, sensor groups, schematics and associated mounting components for various Caterpillar machines. This position performs various design activities that include: Model and detail sensor groups, create harness or cable routings using modeling software, create and/or modify schematics, design/model associated mounting components such as brackets, identify and assist in resolution of design problems, work closely with other Caterpillar teams and suppliers.

What You Will Do

• Create models and drawings for various electrical components or assemblies (i.e. sensor groups, wiring harnesses, cables, and mounting brackets)
• Create and/or modify wiring schematics
• Interpret prints and engineering standards
• Design, detail/model supporting mechanical components such as brackets or mounting plates.
• Communicate technical information to team members, other Caterpillar engineering teams and suppliers

What You Will Have

• 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 - MFG: Knowledge of processes, approaches, tools and techniques of product design; ability to convert customer and market requirements into product design.
• 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.

Considerations for Top Candidates

• Bachelors' degree within a technical field - Engineering, Computer Science, etc
• Experience working with Electrical Systems within Engines
• Demonstrates proficiency in the use of 3D parametric modeling tools (PTC Creo/Solidworks/Inventor)
• Demonstrates expertise in electrical design practices related to automotive or heavy equipment
• Proficiency in application of PTC Creo or other parametric 3D modeling tools
• Experience with electrical design pertaining to automotive or heavy equipment systems
• Experience maintaining or operating heavy equipment
• Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Ability to approach tasks in an organized fashion to ensure all requirements of task are met
• Leverages tools and established processes to ensure swift and accurate completion of tasks
• Effective Communications: Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate within a team dynamic
• Ability to communicate complex concepts or ideas within a team
• Initiative: Ability to identify critical tasks and prioritize their completion
• Able to identify problems and take action to correct them
• Maintaining Focus: Ability to manage multiple tasks and work requests to completion in order of priority
• Problem Solving: Uses a structured approach to analyze and resolve technical problems.
• Able to develop multiple solutions to a given problem
• Teamwork: Seeks opportunities to leverage and develop expertise within a core team

What You Will Get

Working with a Fortune 100 leader, you can build your career on a global scale and take advantage of development opportunities with emerging technologies. We've created an inclusive environment for you to explore your passions, make an impact and do the work that really matters. Join Us.

Additional Information

• Ability to travel to customer sites and CAT facilities 10-15% of the time
• Relocation Assistance is available for this position

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

This Job Description is intended as a general guide to the job duties for this position and is intended for the purpose of establishing the specific salary grade. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive summary of all responsibilities, duties and effort required of employees assigned to this job. At the discretion of management, this description may be changed at any time to address the evolving needs of the organization. It is expressly not intended to be a comprehensive list of "essential job functions" as that term is defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Summary Pay Range:

$71,040.00 - $106,440.00

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:

• 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

Posting Dates:

August 22, 2025 - August 29, 2025

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.