Senior Design Engineer- G3500 Platform

Career Area:EngineeringJob Description:Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.About LPSDThe Large Power Systems Division (LPSD) is part of Caterpillar’s Power & Energy segment. Through this global organization, Caterpillar designs and manufacture large (greater than 18 liters) diesel and natural gas engines, powertrains and key engine systems. LPSD products and solutions support customers across power generation, industrial, marine, oil & gas, rail, services and Cat machine applications worldwide. Job SummaryThis position will have responsibility for various aspects of large natural gas engine design for the G3500 platform team. This role collaborates with marketing, product support, performance, component and system design teams to develop solutions for Oil and Gas applications. Projects might include New Technology Investigation (NTI), New Product Introduction (NPI), Current Product Improvement (CPI), as well as general engineering maintenance. What you will do:Lead design, development, and validation related to G3500 engines through NTI, NPI, and CPI processesHost design architecture team meetings Collaborate with marketing on program requirementsWork with validation and L3 engineers to ensure completion of FMEAs and activities needed to fully validate engine designsSupport engine performance development and validation in test cells and field locations Develop presentation material for Design, Gateway, Stakeholder, and Technical Readiness Level (TRL) reviewsSchedule and lead engine design reviews and deep dive reviews for project milestonesBill of Material (BOM) ManagementCreate and update Teamcenter engine arrangement (ARC) models Manage procurement of new component designsWork with factory and dealer technicians to build prototype enginesSupport customer service and marketing inquiries on past, current, and future productResolve issues found during simulation, virtual audits, testing, and assemblyDrive resolution to Pre-Production Reliability Development (PPRD), New Product Introduction (NPI), All Quality Events (AQE), and Built In Quality (BIQ) issues Manage Continuous Product Improvement (CPI) projects using Six Sigma DMAIC principles for - defining root cause, solution implementation and validation Lead design, development, and validation related to alternative fuels including hydrogen, biogas, and natural gas hydrogen blends on NTI and NPI programsTravel to supplier or customer sites pending project need (up to ~90% travel during certain project phases, annual average ~15%)Degree RequirementBachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering and/or Mechanical Engineering Technology or similar is preferred.What you will haveAnalytical 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. Level Extensive Experience:Seeks discrepancies and inconsistencies in available information; explains variances.Organizes and prioritizes the sequence of steps to be taken to remedy the situation.Identifies many possible causes for a problem based on prior experience and current research.Quantifies the costs, benefits, risks and chances for success before recommending a course of action.Approaches a complex problem by breaking it down into its component parts.Chooses among a diverse set of analytical tools according to the nature of the situation.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. Level Extensive Experience:Reviews others' writing or presentations and provides feedback and coaching.Adapts documents and presentations for the intended audience.Demonstrates both empathy and assertiveness when communicating a need or defending a position.Communicates well downward, upward, and outward.Employs appropriate methods of persuasion when soliciting agreement.Maintains focus on the topic at hand.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. Level Extensive Experience:Clarifies and handles multiple concurrent and diverse activities.Shifts focus among several efforts as required by changing priorities.Addresses potential conflicts that impact current delivery commitments.Works with or leads others to re-prioritize work and reschedule commitments as necessary.Responds to shifting priorities while maintaining progress of regularly scheduled work.Demonstrates an expectation that there will be ongoing shifts in demands and priorities.Technical Excellence: Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges. Level Extensive Experience:Advises others on the assessment and provision of all technical solutions.Engages appropriate subject matter resources to effectively resolve technical issues.Mentors others to enhance their technical competence and its application to achieve more effective technical solutions.Coaches others in promoting, defining, analyzing, and providing superior technical solutions to business problems.Provides effective solutions to moderate technical challenges through strong technical competence, effectively examining implications of events and issues.Assumes accountability for personal technical performance and holds others responsible for theirs.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. Level Extensive Experience:Develops organizational standards and processes in order to maximize complex product services' efficiency and effectiveness.Creates and introduces new techniques that expedite or simplify the development process.Supervises the management of multiple and diverse types of products or services.Develops proof-of-concept exercises to prove or disprove validity of proposed products.Advises on the appropriate solutions to complex product design and development problems.Designs working prototypes of a variety of proposed products or services.What will put you ahead:At least 5 years of experience in a position relevant to this roleStrong personal initiativeStrong data analysis skillsStrong communication skillsStrong organizational and time management skillsApplication experience with Oil & GasAbility to work well independently and as a collaborative member of a cross functional teamAbility to quickly assemble cross functional teams to address program opportunitiesUnderstanding of Caterpillar engine product development process and engine configurationFamiliarity with emission and non-emission based regulationsProficiency working with computers and computer systems. Software programs used frequently include, but not limited to: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power Point, Creo, Team Center, MATLABAdditional information:Location of this position is in Lafayette, IN.Relocation assistance is available for this position.This position will require up to 15% travel.Sponsorship is Not available for this position.Candidate must attach an updated resume.This Job Description is intended as a general guide to the job duties for this position and is intended for the purpose of establishing the specific salary grade. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive summary of all responsibilities, duties and effort required of employees assigned to this job. At the discretion of management, this description may be changed at any time to address the evolving needs of the organization. It is expressly not intended to be a comprehensive list of “essential job functions” as that term is defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.#LISummary Pay Range:$112,710.00 - $169,060.00Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar. Benefits:Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of 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 benefitsLife InsuranceParental leaveAdoption benefitsTuition Reimbursement* These benefits also apply to part-time employeesThis position requires working onsite five days a week.Relocation is available for this position.Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.Posting Dates:Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.SummaryLocation: Lafayette, IndianaType: Full time