Design Engineer

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. Serve as a technical individual contributor with full accountability for the end‑to‑end design and development of large (>2 MW) diesel genset packages. Lead and deliver complex, high‑impact engineering initiatives, driving technical excellence from concept definition through detailed design, rigorous validation, and successful global production release. Responsibilities •    Lead design and development of Genset package from concept selection through detailed design, ensuring compliance with Caterpillar’s engineering standards and regional regulations. •     Technical Expertise :  Provide strong technical leadership with deep knowledge of engineering fundamentals, structural design & fabrication. Understanding FEA inputs and effectively interpret analysis results to convert them into robust design solutions.  •     Manufacturing : In-depth knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing), material selection, welding, engineering drawings, manufacturing processes and package Bill of Material (BOM). •     Interface & Cross Functional Collaboration : Lead interface management across global cross functional engineering teams and suppliers to ensure holistic package fitment, system integration, and functional integrity throughout the product lifecycle. •     Design Optimization : Apply engineering principles and analytical insights to optimize designs for manufacturability, performance, durability, cost effectiveness , and ease of assembly. Experience required  •    Strong engineering fundamentals, including hands-on  design calculations, structural analysis, and the ability to interpret and apply FEA results to develop robust, compliant designs. •    Proven expertise in structural and fabrication design, including sheet metal design and integration of large assemblies. •    Demonstrated experience delivering manufacturing  ready designs, with solid knowledge of GD&T, materials, welding practices, engineering drawings, and BOM development. •    Proficiency in 3D CAD modelling, detailing, and design validation (Creo or equivalent) within an industrial product development environment. •    Strong project management with track record of leading or executing complex, high impact  engineering programs in regulated, global manufacturing organizations, meeting quality, cost, and schedule commitments. Skills & Competencies •    Customer focused  problem solving and value creation, translating business and customer needs into effective engineering solutions. •    Strong sense of accountability with a continuous growth mindset, demonstrating ownership of outcomes and commitment to professional development. •    Structured root cause analysis and continuous improvement orientation, driving sustainable solutions and operational excellence. •    Uncompromising focus on safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, ensuring adherence to Caterpillar standards across the product lifecycle. •    Capability to mentor and develop junior engineers, strengthening technical capability and fostering a culture of technical excellence. Required Qualifications •    Bachelor’s/master's degree in mechanical engineering with minimum experience of 5 years in relevant field. •     1+ years of experience working on sheet metal design and handling large assemblies.

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