Mechanical Design Engineer

Career Area:EngineeringJob Description:Caterpillar, the largest Construction Equipment manufacturer in the World, is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to be part of our engineering team at one of our facilities within Illinois and/or Minnesota.The role will direct and participate in the design and development of new product concepts andcomplex engineering projects for release to production in a manner to ensure products provide superiorperformance, durability, quality, and serviceability. Position will work both as an individual contributor and as part of a project team on Caterpillar Earthmoving equipment such as, but not limited to Wheel Loaders, Track-type Tractors, Motor Graders, Compactors, Pavers, Cold Planers and Rotary Mixers.Job Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:Concept and develop mechanical components & systems that may include large structural components, hydraulic integration, light structures & fabrications, operator stations, and/or engine installation systems.

Directing, supporting and/or executing Virtual Product Development using analysis, simulation, and creation of the machines systems, as well as the product’s “Digital Twin”

Communication with suppliers and customers on product selection and integration

Direct and assist in the creation and support specific documentation required for release and production

Collaborate with manufacturing, product verification & validation, & suppliers to develop efficient & cost-effective designs

Compile and furnish necessary information (engineering decisions and reports of pertinent design analyses data) to document the design solutions required for building of prototypes and adoption of the design with possible involvement of other functional engineers.

Communicate technical information to team members, leaders, and managers

Basic qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in an accredited Engineering or Materials Science curriculum

3+ years of experience in mechanical design

Knowledge of principles and procedures of the design process from concept through manufacturing

Experience with CREO or other industry standard CAD software.

Self-starter, with good mechanical aptitude and the ability to develop product concepts

Top Candidates will also have:Data analytics and/or computer science background

Experience with FMEA

Prior experience with design of construction equipment

Strong leadership ability, good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team

Excellent analytical skills; experience with system simulation and analysis tools

Emphasis on initiative and self-starting tasks

Position is eligible for domestic relocationPosition does not support sponsorshipPosition does not support ISEYour Work Shapes the WorldWhether it be groundbreaking products, best in class solutions or creating a lifelong career, you can do the work that matters at Caterpillar. With a 95-year legacy of quality and innovation and 150 locations in countries around the world, your impact spans the globe.When you join Caterpillar, you are joining a team of makers, innovators and doers. We are the people who roll up our sleeves and do the work to build a better world. We don’t just talk about progress and innovation. We make it happen. And we are proud of that, because it helps our customers build and power the world we live in – the roads, hospitals, homes and infrastructure. Without a dedicated workforce Caterpillar could not effectively meet our customer’s needs. Join us.Employee benefit detailsOur 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.Because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with a short-term incentive planAdditional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date).Final detailsPlease frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.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/careersRelocation is available for this position.EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.