Caterpillar Inc. · 7 hours ago
Mechanical Design Engineer - Electrification
Mossville, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$96K/yr - $144K/yrCaterpillar Inc. is a global team dedicated to creating stronger, more sustainable communities. The Mechanical Design Engineer will contribute to the design and development of power electronic components, focusing on low voltage power electronics for various applications.
ConstructionMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingMechanical Engineering
No H1B
Responsibilities
Work with the power conversion application engineering groups to establish the application architecture and electrical requirements for power electronics components/systems
Work with MBDs NPI & NTI machine/product programs
Develop design concepts and detailed 3D models for low voltage power electronics inverter and converter systems
Collaboration with the global teams for mechanical design and the release of prints
Play an active role in supplier collaboration and selection and development of the potential suppliers for the mechanical designs – some limited travel will be required
Identify and work with other Caterpillar SMEs on aspects of the design in which team does not have the expertise to complete on their own
Stay up to date with the latest advances in power electronics packaging technologies and solutions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline preferred; Associates with strong experience acceptable
Product development experience (design/analysis)
Demonstrated understanding of mechanical & electrical systems with special emphasis on electric drive systems/components
Experience with quality tools including FMEA, APQP, BIQ & PPAP
Experience with NPI Issue resolution process
Experience with power electronics systems/components
Provides effective technical solutions to routine functional challenges via sound technical competence, effectively examining implications of events and issues
Effectively performs the technical job aspects, continuously building knowledge and keeping up-to-date on technical and procedural job components
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
Experience with CFD & FEA analysis tools
Knowledge of effective self-management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation
Knowledge of tools and techniques of specialized graphics programs; ability to produce, analyze, simulate and test product design drafts
Knowledge of processes, approaches, tools and techniques of product design; ability to convert customer and market requirements into product design
Knowledge of product features; ability to design, build, and develop a new product, technology, or service from concept through to production
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
These benefits also apply to part-time employees
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)
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