Senior Design Engineer – Engine Installation & Cooling Systems

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Senior Design Engineer Engine Installation & Cooling Systems

Locations: Decatur IL or Mossville IL (AC)
Travel: Up to 15%
Relocation Assistance: Available for Decatur IL only
Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
Function: Engineering
Industry: Heavy Equipment Manufacturing

Drive Innovation in Mining Technology
Caterpillar is looking for a Senior Design Engineering performing Engine Installation and Cooling work on a high-impact team supporting our Large Wheel Loader and Wheel Tractor Scraper product lines within the Load and Haul Division. This is more than a jobits a chance to shape the future of hydraulic systems in heavy equipment that operate in the toughest environments on the planet.

As a Senior Design Engineer youll be designing and integrating cutting-edge engine and cooling systems. Youll be integrating engines and engine mounted components locating and sizing the cooling cores designing the network of hoses tubes and sheet metal that brings these machines to life and mentoring less experienced team members.

Why This Role

• Full Lifecycle Ownership: From concept to production youll steer the design journey.
• Cross-Functional Impact: Collaborate with manufacturing suppliers and purchasing to optimize performance quality and cost.
• Professional Growth: Expand your engineering expertise while making a tangible impact in the mining industry.

What Youll Be Doing

• Lead innovation in engine installation and cooling system design for mining and construction equipment.
• Mentor and inspire less experienced team members to deliver high-performance durable and serviceable systems.
• Collaborate across the value chain to drive New Product Introduction Continuous Product Improvement and Cost Reduction.
• Shape the future by improving tools processes and design standards across the enterprise.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree (or higher) in Engineering Computer Science or Materials Science from an accredited institution.

What Skills you will have

• Technical Excellence: Experienced in hydraulic and/or engine installation (or a related design field) with a background in construction mining or agricultural equipment. Skilled across multiple engineering functions; Creo experience is a plus. Strong knowledge in cooling and engine systems design mentoring engineers and cross-functional collaboration.
• Project Management: Experienced in planning estimating and managing complex projects. Able to identify risks develop contingency plans and maintain clear communication with stakeholders. Capable of conducting regular reviews and implementing effective control mechanisms to ensure project success.
• Requirements Analysis: Experienced in documenting and modeling functional requirements. Proficient in using advanced tools for prototyping and ensuring traceability. Able to lead quality reviews and guide teams through thorough requirements analysis.
• Troubleshooting Technical Problems: Capable of resolving high-impact equipment and system issues using advanced diagnostics. Experienced in evaluating business impact monitoring performance trends and mentoring others in complex multi-vendor environments.
• Product Design and Development: Demonstrated ability to develop standards and introduce innovative techniques to streamline product development. Skilled in managing diverse product lines leading proof-of-concept initiatives and designing functional prototypes to validate new concepts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience diagnosing and troubleshooting hydraulic systems.
• Familiarity with Six Sigma methodologies.

Summary Pay Range:

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjob-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

Posting Dates:

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.

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