Mechanical Engineer 4

Mechanical Engineer 4Duration: 12 months contract with possible extensionLocation: Decatur, IL – Office A– Onsite roleJob Summary:Provides drivetrain design support for Large Mining Trucks, Off-Highway Trucks, and Wheel Tractor Scrappers.Supports current product issue resolution for final drives, differentials, brakes, wheel groups, torque converters, transmissions, and electric drive systems.New product development support for the above mentioned drivetrain products.Drivetrain components are a critical element of our Caterpillar machines that enable differentiation of our products within the industry. The challenges are technically complex with results that are extremely impactful to our end customers. This role is well suited for those seeking to make an impact and grow their technical abilities. It is both a challenging and rewarding role where we seek to delight our end customers by delivering differentiated products.Roles & responsibilities:Support for root cause investigation of field issues, design of solutions, release and implementation of solutions.New product concepts, design development, and implementation.Current factory issue support, design & process issue investigations, and supplier support.Creo Modeling & Drawings for designs. Collaboration with internal and external process partners.FMEA, APQP, PPAP SupportMember of collaborative design team with world wide design control over associated drivetrain components.Collaboration with on-site teams as well as off-site domestic and international teams.Work environment:- Member of team providing in person support for Drivetrain product built in Decatur, IL facility. Team also provides off-site support for product built internationally.Education & Experience Required:- Years of experience: 8-10+ - Degree requirement: Mechanical Engineering or equivalentTop 3 Skills:Critical thinking problem solvingMechanical aptitudeKnowledge of rotating component designAdditional Technical Skills (Required):- Creo modeling and drawingsAdditional Technical Skills (Desired):- Understanding of design, manufacture, and assembly of rotating components