Caterpillar Inc. · 1 day ago
Design Engineer
Peoria, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$98K/yr - $146K/yrCaterpillar Inc. is a global team focused on creating sustainable communities through innovative engineering solutions. The Design Engineer will support undercarriage components across EM and HEX product families, focusing on product design, manufacturing quality, and collaboration with various teams to meet project goals.
ConstructionMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingMechanical Engineering
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop design concepts and drawings of complex structural systems that meet functional and technical requirements, cost and weight goals, quality initiatives, and manufacturing process requirements
Support validation activities such as test and field trials
Lead component NPI, CPI and support APQP activities
Collaborate with external suppliers and internal manufacturing facilities, engineering partners, and the core Product Group
Qualification
Required
Requires a degree in an accredited Engineering curriculum
Strong communication skills and great interpersonal skills to interact with other engineering teams, the platform team, purchasing teams, and manufacturing teams
Develop design concepts and drawings of complex structural systems that meet functional and technical requirements, cost and weight goals, quality initiatives, and manufacturing process requirements
Support validation activities such as test and field trials
Lead component NPI, CPI and support APQP activities
Collaborate with external suppliers and internal manufacturing facilities, engineering partners, and the core Product Group
Applies Creo Parametric, Creo Simulate, and Structural Stress to design and validate components for durability and compliance with Caterpillar standards
Leads proof-of-concept development using rapid prototyping tools and digital mockups, integrating feedback from DFMEA and Design Reviews
Applies strategic input on complex design challenges by reviewing Tolerance Stack-up Analysis
Ensures product quality through integration of Six Sigma methodologies and Design Verification Plans (DVP&R)
Knowledge collaborating with suppliers to optimize designs for ease of manufacturability focusing on Team Feasibility Commitments
Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, production, and quality assurance, to align design objectives with manufacturing capabilities using APQP methodology
Provides expert assessment on structural analysis and design using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools such as Creo Simulate and Structural Stress to ensure robust technical solutions
Collaborates with cross-functional SMEs for design validation and issue resolution, ensuring alignment with Caterpillar's engineering standards
Assume accountability for personal technical performance and holds others responsible for theirs
Adapt documents and presentations for the intended audience using structured reporting tools and SharePoint
Demonstrate both empathy and assertiveness when communicating a need or defending a position
Communicate well downward, upward, and outward
Employ appropriate methods of persuasion when soliciting agreement
Preferred
Undercarriage product knowledge
Previous knowledge designing wear components
Previous knowledge of casting, forging and heat treatment
Previous knowledge in NPI and CPI programs
Knowledge collaborating with suppliers to optimize designs for manufacturability
Knowledge with Caterpillar Engineering Systems (Creo, Teamcenter, HVC, EDS, etc.)
A self-starter, accountable, quality focused, and customer driven with strong teamwork and organizational skills
Benefits
Competitive Base Salary
Annual incentive bonus plan
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)
401k savings plan
Health savings account (HSA)
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Short and long-term disability coverage
Life Insurance
Paid parental leave
Healthy Lifestyle Programs
Employee Assistance Programs
Voluntary Benefits (Ex. Accident, Identity Theft Protection)
Company
Caterpillar Inc.
For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world.
Founded in 1925
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.51BKey Investors
US Department of EnergyAdvanced Propulsion Centre UK
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3.5B
2024-10-31Grant· $5.04M
2019-06-23Grant
Leadership Team
George Moubayed
Chief Sustainability and Strategy Officer / Senior Vice President Enterprise Strategy Division
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Eric Sporre
Vice President & Global Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Recent News
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