FEA Engineer

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Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar yourejoining 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 dontjust 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.

The Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD as within all of Caterpillar our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly every element of the services value stream from procurement to design and manufacturing to distribution. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts DistributionofCat Parts Integrated Logistics segment Procurementand thedesign andmanufactureof Wear Components (Undercarriage and GET) and Maintenance Components (Seals Tubes & Hardware Hose & Couplings Fluids and Filters).

Job Summary

The Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Engineer solves challenging engineering problems involving products systems and components using advanced simulation techniques and analysis.

Additional Info

• This position is located in Mossville IL and does not offer relocation

• Expected travel is 10 or less with this role

What You Will Do

• Interacts with design engineers to understand project scope and technical requirements

• Creates an appropriate analysis strategy and timeline

• Meets milestone dates

• Interprets and communicates results

• Makes recommendations performing lab validation and writing technical reports

• Duties could include completing research to enhance core competency of the group

What You Have

• Bachelors degree in Engineering

• Technical Excellence: Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges. FEA (linear and nonlinear) experience using ABAQUS. Experience with 3D modeling tools CREO SOLIDWORKS etc.

• 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. The ability to write technical reports.

• Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.

• Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches tools techniques for recognizing anticipating and resolving organizational operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.

What Will Set You Apart

• Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering

• Knowledge of nonlinear FEA using ABAQUS with emphasis on rubber modelling. Basic knowledge and experience in dynamic structural FEA

• Customer focus sense of urgency and quality

• Knowledge of mold flow simulation of elastomers and plastics

• Python or any programming language knowledge for scripting

What You Will Get

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world. Here you earn more than just wage because we value your performance we offer a total rewards package that provides:

• Competitive Base Salary

• Annual incentive bonus plan*

• Medical dental and vision coverage

• Paid time off plan (Vacation Holiday Volunteer Etc.

• 401k savings plan

• Health savings account (HSA)

• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

• Short and longterm disability coverage

• Life Insurance

• Paid parental leave

• Healthy Lifestyle Programs

• Employee Assistance Programs

• Voluntary Benefits (Ex. Accident Identity Theft Protection)

*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines.

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the worlds leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment offhighway diesel and natural gas engines industrial gas turbines and dieselelectric locomotives. For nearly 100 years weve been helping customers build a better more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reducedcarbon future. Our innovative products and services backed by our global dealer network provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Summary Pay Range:

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjobrelated 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 parttime employees

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Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

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