Caterpillar Inc. · 2 hours ago
Design Engineer
Decatur, IL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$98K/yr - $146K/yrCaterpillar Inc. is a global team focused on creating stronger, more sustainable communities through innovative engineering solutions. The Design Engineer will support the Drivetrain Platform Team in designing systems for large mining trucks and other applications, managing design changes, and resolving production issues.
ConstructionMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingMechanical Engineering
No H1B
Responsibilities
Communicating necessary design changes to process partners through Content Definition and Design Reviews
Factory support for Assurance of Supply Issues as first point of contact from engineering
Working with factory personnel to manage and resolve current product BIQ issues & NPI issues
Maintain dashboard with active list of BIQ issues and resolution status
Managing large assemblies in Creo and Teamcenter
Releasing engine arrangements and other platform-owned drawings
Investigating current production issues (CPI)
Deploying product robustness initiatives (AM Growth)
Evaluating parts resourcing and cost reduction projects
Managing design control requests
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in an accredited Engineering, Computer Science, or Materials Science curriculum
Analytical Thinking: 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
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
Managing Multiple Priorities: 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
Technical Excellence: Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges
Computer-Aided Design & Engineering: Knowledge of tools and techniques of specialized graphics programs; ability to produce, analyze, simulate and test product design drafts
Product Design - MFG: Knowledge of processes, approaches, tools and techniques of product design; ability to convert customer and market requirements into product design
Product Design and Development: 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
E
Eric Sporre
Vice President & Global Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Recent News
2026-01-22
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