Senior Design Engineering Specialist

1 month ago

Chillicothe, United States tapwage Full time

Career Area:
Engineering

Job Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.


When you join Caterpillar, you're joining 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 don't just 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.

Role Definition


The Drivetrain Control Systems & Validation Division within LPSD is seeking to fill a Development & Research Senior Engineering Specialist position.

This is a new role focused on worldwide validation excellence, strategy and execution for Upper & Lower Powertrain hardware development.

With so many machine programs evaluating new powertrain system architectures there will be a strong need to strategize, plan and define the necessary facilities, resources, training and standards to achieve validation excellence for some of CAT's most differentiated products.

This role provides the opportunity to be a trusted advisor to machine teams and drivetrain platform leads to support the multi-generational product plans by being an important contributor to FMEA's, facility design, training, process and product development and validation innovation.

Responsibilities

  • Development of engineering quality strategies & standards for all physical lab & field test procedures that support lower powertrain gear, bearing, shafts, differentials, seals, final drives and brakes, this includes: Test method standards, Instrumentation & gaging best practices, Test data analysis standards, Test acceptance criteria, and Reporting & documentation standards.
  • Track program MGPP's for all platforms & develop asset & resource plans, which may include managing new facility capital investments, 3rd party validation & field site management
  • Establish & develop a worldwide development strategy for physical lab & field Upper & Lower Powertrain hardware validation (noncontrols related validation)
  • Evaluate & implement new technologies for the purpose of validation excellence
  • Significantly contribute to program FMEA's & validation plans for the purpose of risk mitigation
  • Guide & mentor lab & field test engineers & ensure validation team members are aware of customer, business & enterprise changes or needs
  • Champion rigorous standard work, process discipline, and documentation
  • Ensure client velocity, quality, and cost expectations are met
  • Proactively interact with business partners to develop, understand, and manage their requirements and expectations
  • Communicate effectively with management and business partners
Degree Requirement

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university

Skill Descriptors

Analytical Thinking:
Level Extensive Experience


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.


Decision Making and Critical Thinking:
Level Expert


Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.


Effective Communications:
Level Extensive Experience


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.


Project Management:
Level Expert


Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives.


Computer-Aided Design & Engineering:
Level Extensive Experience

Knowledge of tools and techniques of specialized graphics programs; ability to produce, analyze, simulate and test product design drafts.

Product Development Life Cycle -MFG: Level Expert


Knowledge of the methodology and associated phases, activities and deliverables of product development life cycle in manufacturing organizations; ability to bring new or enhanced products to the marketplace.


Product Testing:
Level Extensive Experience


Knowledge of product testing approaches, techniques and tools; ability to design, plan and execute testing strategies and tactics to ensure product quality at all stages of manufacturing.


Troubleshooting Technical Problems:
Level Expert

Knowledge of troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, detect and resolve technical problems in a manufacturing environment.

Top candidates will also have

  • Deep technical knowledge of lab & fieldbased product development processes & capabilities
  • Knowledge in drivetrain hardware design and/or validation, particularly in lower powertrain systems & upper powertrain gear, bearing & clutches
  • Robust understanding of instrumentation design & data acquisition capability & installation
  • Knowledge in defining labbased component & system facility design requirements
Additional Information

  • This position will close 8/9/2024 at 11:59 pm.
  • The location for this position is Mossville, IL (Tech Center
  • Building G)
  • Relocation assistance is NOT available for this position.
  • This position may require less than 10% travel.
Employee benefit details

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 a salary because we value your performance.

We offer a total rewards package that provides benefits on day one (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus.

Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date).

Final details


Please 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.

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As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at

Posting Dates:
July 26, August 11, 2024

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

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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