Innovation & Design Engineering

Engineering
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The Large Power Systems Division (LPSD) is part of Caterpillar’s Power & Energy segment. Through this global organization, Caterpillar designs and manufactures 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.
LPSD teams work across regions and function to deliver safe, reliable and compliant solutions that help solve our customers’ toughest challenges.
The Lafayette Engine Center (LEC) manufactures the Cat 3500, Cat 3600 and C175 engines helping Caterpillar become the world’s leading manufacturer of off-highway diesel and natural gas engines.
The units built at LEC power mining trucks carrying ore to be processed, tugboats guiding ships to harbor, drill rigs tapping oil and gas reserves and generators bringing electricity to communities, hospitals and data centers
The Large Power Systems Division is currently seeking a Design Engineer to join the G3500 Engine Platform team, located in Lafayette, IN. In this role, you will provide critical support for NPI, CPI, factory support, and cost reduction initiatives for LPSD G3500 electric power engines. You will collaborate closely with the engine application teams, performance teams, and component teams to define program requirements and develop effective solutions.
Relocation assistance is available for this position.
This position may require up to 10% travel.
This position requires a 5 day in office presence
New Technology Introduction (NTI) or New Product Introduction (NPI) Engineering leadership support
Managing Continuous Product Improvement (CPI) projects using Six Sigma DMAIC principles for - defining root cause, solution implementation and validation
Product price list configuration support
Complete bill of material configuration management
Lead engine hardware design direction by guiding L3 systems engineers
Conducting design reviews with a cross functional audience
Production factory build support
ARC files / Product Structure management
Supporting customer service and marketing inquiries
Working with component support team, validation team, factory operations, application and installation and customer service teams as needed to ensure robust product solutions.
Bachelor’s degree related to Engineering or Engineering Technology

Analytical Thinking: Working knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.

ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation.:

Technical Excellence: Working knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; Knowledge of large gas and/or diesel engine operation
Software programs used frequently include, but not limited to: Creo, Team Center, and Microsoft Office
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
Health Savings Account (HSA)*
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
Employee Assistance Program*
Incentive bonus*
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
* These benefits also apply to part-time employees
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