About the role

  • Design Engineer supporting large structures design for LWL/CWD at Caterpillar. Collaborating on innovative solutions in a dynamic engineering environment.

Responsibilities

  • Support of Large Structures design (QVC) for LWL/WDC NPI, CPI with acute focus on Design for Manufacturing to improve automation efficiency thru-out the supply chain.
  • Developing and documenting functional requirements and translating into detailed designs via active CPPD.
  • Active participation in Go See Act workshops during Pilot and Pre-Production Large Structures builds.
  • Support PMO based project plans; communicating status with Team Leader, stakeholders and participating functional areas.
  • Set based design solution recommendations to resolving problems.

Requirements

  • A Bachelors degree in Mechanical/Agricultural/Aerospace/Metallurgical engineering with relevant work experience.
  • Proficient use of CREO.
  • Functional understanding of Large structures specific print GD& T including fixturing design for finished weldments and right level machining.
  • Fundamental understanding of structural Weldments design of thick walled Castings, thick plates (25mm and above), Wear and Abrasive material specs on Work tools.
  • Deep passion and working knowledge of BTS (Laser /Plasma/Gas 1st and 2nd Ops) to maximize Robotic automation.
  • Functional understanding of various application based Static/Dynamic loading of Large structures (EEF, NEEF, Linkages, Buckets, WTs, Bodies and liners, Pins/Bearings/seals and lubricants, etc.) for major RI products.
  • Relevant work experience demonstrating L4 design based on L6 down-selected requirements.
  • Knowledge of FEA, working knowledge of manufacturing BTS/robotic/CNC programming methods.
  • Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies.
  • Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics.

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

Job title

Design Engineer

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

$97,530 - $146,290 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Tech skills

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