Senior Engine Development 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.

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Job summary:

As a member of the Power Systems and Controls Development team within LPSD, you will be serving as an experienced individual contributor, working in a fast-paced environment to develop Caterpillar engine systems for use in CAT Machines, Electric Power, Industrial, Oil &Gas, and Marine applications.

The primary responsibilities will include contributing to LPSD’s EUV In-Service Monitoring (ISM) program and certification process for LPSD gas, diesel, and dual fuel engines. You will be expected to provide regular updates to management and technical leadership on the status of programs and process changes. You must be able to develop strong peer relationships and collaborate with global teams. 

What you will do:

• Engine Development - Collaborate with platform teams, product support, commercial product groups, testing supplier, dealers, and customers.
• Develop engine rating development goals that meet regulatory and internal requirements
• Create and deliver technical reports including describing Auxiliary Emissions Control Devices (AECD)
• Communicate technical information to customers and internal technical leadership and management
• Collaborate with a global team across multiple functional areas

Skills you must have:

• Technical Excellence: Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.
• Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Extensive understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.
• Analytical Thinking: Extensive 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.
• Problem Solving: Extensive knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.
• Effective Communications: 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: 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.
• Education: Bachelors Degree in an accredited engineering curriculum

Top candidates will also have:

• Technical knowledge and experience in Engine Development: testing, calibration, simulation, controls, or design
• Experience writing engineering reports or certification documentation
• Demonstrated ability to make priority decisions while working multiple projects simultaneously
• Master’s degree (or higher) in an accredited engineering curriculum

What you will get:

• A commitment to diversity and inclusion . Our common values and focus on inclusion and respect drive the decisions made by our company, teams, and people. Here, you can apply your unique life and job experiences, and work in a team environment where your ideas are heard, your contributions are celebrated, and your whole-self matters. 
• 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)

Additional Information:

• Travel requirements may be less than 10%
• This position is located in Mossville, IL OR Lafayette, IN
• Domestic relocation is available
• VISA Sponsorship is NOT available

Final details:

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Relocation is available for this position.Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. 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/careers.

Posting Dates:

April 5, 2024 - April 14, 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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