Design Engineer
Caterpillar Inc., Mossville, IL, United States
Job Summary
We currently have an opening for a cooling component Design Engineer within the Machine and Electrification Thermal Systems team. This Design Engineer will lead the design, development, and validation of cooling components and systems for Caterpillar machinery, with a primary focus on Track Type Tractor and Surface Rock Drill applications. The role partners closely with cross‑functional engineering teams throughout concept, prototype, and production phases to ensure robust system performance and quality. The engineer will drive innovation through NTI cooling component development, resolve technical issues for both NPI and CPI programs, and guide teams through FMEA, durability testing, and the creation of strong validation criteria. Success in this position requires strong analytical thinking, technical excellence, effective communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Experience with cooling systems, component design, Creo modeling, and Caterpillar NPI/APQP processes is highly beneficial.
What You Will Do
Lead the design of cooling components and systems for specific machine applications, including Track Type Tractor and Surface Rock Drill products.
Engage with other component and system design teams through concept, prototype, and production phases to ensure robust validation plans are created and implemented.
Lead new cooling component NTI (TRL0‑TRL4) development and stay abreast of innovative technology in the cooling space.
Lead and support technical resolution of issues related to cooling components and systems (NPI and CPI).
Conduct component and system FMEA in collaboration with design engineers and system leads.
Investigate and develop accelerated component durability test methods.
Demonstrate effective leadership through providing technical guidance to component teams, resolving NPI and CPI issues with urgency, clearly communicating technical risks and mitigation tasks with management, updating validation procedures, and creating validation pass/fail criteria for machine cooling product components and systems.
Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in an accredited Engineering or Materials Science curriculum.
Relevant professional experience within design, development, and/or validation.
Skills You Will Have
Analytical Thinking – extensive knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine root cause and develop alternative solutions.
Effective Communication – working knowledge and understanding of effective communication concepts, tools, and techniques; ability to transmit, receive, and interpret ideas accurately.
Managing Multiple Priorities – working knowledge of effective self‑management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, and activities.
Technical Excellence – working knowledge of technology and application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to technical challenges.
Computer‑Aided Design & Engineering – extensive knowledge of specialized graphics programs; ability to produce, analyze, simulate, and test product design drafts.
Product Design – MFG and development – ability to convert customer and market requirements into product design and to design, build, and develop new products or services from concept through production.
Top Candidates Will Have
Extensive component design and modeling experience.
Prior experience with track‑type tractor cooling components and system‑level design (preferred).
Prior experience with machine‑mounted cooling component development.
Experience reviewing and interpreting simulation/VPD results.
Ability to research new materials and competitive products, organize, coordinate, and execute prototype building, testing, and analysis.
Experience assisting supply specialists and buyers with supplier development and performance.
Experience overseeing drafting and testing specialists.
Experience developing and documenting functional requirements and translating into detail design documents, participating in buy‑build analysis, and preparing cost estimates and technical reports.
Extensive experience with Creo modeling, light fabrication design, print development, and release procedures.
Strong knowledge of Caterpillar NPI program requirements and APQP project execution.
Additional Information
Location: Mossville, IL.
May require 10‑15% domestic travel.
Domestic relocation assistance available.
Visa sponsorship not available.
Summary Pay Range
$97,530.00 – $146,290.00 (may vary based on location, experience, and performance).
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.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
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We currently have an opening for a cooling component Design Engineer within the Machine and Electrification Thermal Systems team. This Design Engineer will lead the design, development, and validation of cooling components and systems for Caterpillar machinery, with a primary focus on Track Type Tractor and Surface Rock Drill applications. The role partners closely with cross‑functional engineering teams throughout concept, prototype, and production phases to ensure robust system performance and quality. The engineer will drive innovation through NTI cooling component development, resolve technical issues for both NPI and CPI programs, and guide teams through FMEA, durability testing, and the creation of strong validation criteria. Success in this position requires strong analytical thinking, technical excellence, effective communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Experience with cooling systems, component design, Creo modeling, and Caterpillar NPI/APQP processes is highly beneficial.
What You Will Do
Lead the design of cooling components and systems for specific machine applications, including Track Type Tractor and Surface Rock Drill products.
Engage with other component and system design teams through concept, prototype, and production phases to ensure robust validation plans are created and implemented.
Lead new cooling component NTI (TRL0‑TRL4) development and stay abreast of innovative technology in the cooling space.
Lead and support technical resolution of issues related to cooling components and systems (NPI and CPI).
Conduct component and system FMEA in collaboration with design engineers and system leads.
Investigate and develop accelerated component durability test methods.
Demonstrate effective leadership through providing technical guidance to component teams, resolving NPI and CPI issues with urgency, clearly communicating technical risks and mitigation tasks with management, updating validation procedures, and creating validation pass/fail criteria for machine cooling product components and systems.
Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in an accredited Engineering or Materials Science curriculum.
Relevant professional experience within design, development, and/or validation.
Skills You Will Have
Analytical Thinking – extensive knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine root cause and develop alternative solutions.
Effective Communication – working knowledge and understanding of effective communication concepts, tools, and techniques; ability to transmit, receive, and interpret ideas accurately.
Managing Multiple Priorities – working knowledge of effective self‑management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, and activities.
Technical Excellence – working knowledge of technology and application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to technical challenges.
Computer‑Aided Design & Engineering – extensive knowledge of specialized graphics programs; ability to produce, analyze, simulate, and test product design drafts.
Product Design – MFG and development – ability to convert customer and market requirements into product design and to design, build, and develop new products or services from concept through production.
Top Candidates Will Have
Extensive component design and modeling experience.
Prior experience with track‑type tractor cooling components and system‑level design (preferred).
Prior experience with machine‑mounted cooling component development.
Experience reviewing and interpreting simulation/VPD results.
Ability to research new materials and competitive products, organize, coordinate, and execute prototype building, testing, and analysis.
Experience assisting supply specialists and buyers with supplier development and performance.
Experience overseeing drafting and testing specialists.
Experience developing and documenting functional requirements and translating into detail design documents, participating in buy‑build analysis, and preparing cost estimates and technical reports.
Extensive experience with Creo modeling, light fabrication design, print development, and release procedures.
Strong knowledge of Caterpillar NPI program requirements and APQP project execution.
Additional Information
Location: Mossville, IL.
May require 10‑15% domestic travel.
Domestic relocation assistance available.
Visa sponsorship not available.
Summary Pay Range
$97,530.00 – $146,290.00 (may vary based on location, experience, and performance).
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.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
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