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Career Area:

Engineering

Job 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.

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Role Definition

As an Engine Performance Engineer for the System & Controls Development team at Caterpillar, you will serve as an experienced individual contributor on complex and exciting projects. You will have opportunity to be an end-to-end engineer (concept to production) and will be responsible for performance and emissions development of 3500 series Marine, Electric Power, Machine, and Locomotive diesel engines.

This will involve utilizing 1-D thermodynamic cycle simulation and other engineering analysis tools to effectively down select engine combustion recipe, design and execute LEAN and efficient tests by utilizing automation in our world class engine test facility.

You will perform engine system calibration that meets customer needs and ensure all applicable emissions regulatory requirements are met for new programs and continue to be met for existing products.

The candidate will be expected to manage development activities on schedule and will provide regular progress updates to technical leadership. On completion of individual projects and high-quality documentation of work, you will have an opportunity to report out results and recommendations to stakeholders. Developing strong peer relationships, collaboration with global teams and effective technical communication is key to being successful in this role.

What you will do

+ Research and develop new technology

+ Perform needed analysis and initiate ideas

+ Design and promote new components and sub processes

+ Evaluate new products, processes, or systems

+ Create and execute test plans

+ Perform complex analysis work, identify and solve challenging problems

+ Develop engine performance ratings that meet emissions and critical customer performance targets

+ Create and deliver technical reports

+ Communicate technical information, support, and advise team members and other engineers, managers, marketing personnel, dealers, customers, and suppliers

Degree Requirement

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited curriculum.

Skills you must have

**Process Management** : Knowledge of business process improvement tools and techniques; ability to understand, monitor, update, control, or enhance existing business or work processes.

**Accuracy and Attention to Detail** : Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.

**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.

**Problem Solving** : Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.

**Technical Excellence** : Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.

**Project Management** : Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives.

Top Candidates Will Also Have:

+ 3+ years of relevant industry or academic experience

+ Master’s degree (or higher) degree in Engineering from an accredited curriculum

+ Proficiency with engine rating calibration development

+ Expertise with 1-D thermodynamic Engine Simulation (GT power, Dynasty etc.) is highly desired

+ The ability to work/lead multiple projects simultaneously and to make sound priority decisions

Additional Information

+ This position will close on 6/20/2025 at 11:59 p.m.

+ This position is located in Mossville, IL (Tech Center - Building L).

+ This position requires the employee to work a 5-day-a-week schedule in the office.

+ Domestic relocation is available.

+ VISA Sponsorship is **NOT** available.

+ Travel requirements will be less than 10%.

Final details

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Summary Pay Range:

$95,640.00 - $143,520.00

Compensation 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 benefits

+ Life Insurance

+ Parental leave

+ Adoption benefits

+ Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Posting Dates:

June 6, 2025 - June 20, 2025

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.

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