Data Analysis Senior Engineer – Structure Simulation

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Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you’re joining a global team that 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.

Career Area Engineering

Location:

Champaign, IL Innovation Center

Travel:
Up to 10%

Relocation Assistance:
Available

Visa Sponsorship:
Not Available

Step into a high‑impact engineering role where you’ll tackle complex structural challenges across cutting‑edge products, systems, and components. Using advanced simulation, data analytics, and machine learning, you’ll drive innovation, reliability, and performance in real‑world applications.

• Build and deploy machine learning models to estimate loads, strains, and damage/life predictions (scikit‑learn).
• Create dashboards and visualizations to explore large datasets and identify root causes of structural issues related to application severity (Power BI, Tableau).
• Automate data processing and analysis workflows for high‑frequency time‑series telematics data, with robust version control and development practices (Python, Git, Git Hub, Azure Dev Ops Repos, VS Code).
• Managed large‑scale SQL databases for storing and retrieving hundreds of millions to billions of rows of summarized data across diverse assets (Snowflake, MySQL, SQLite).

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace, or Agricultural Engineering from an accredited institution.

• Expert in Finite Element Analysis (FEA), fatigue and durability modeling, and multibody dynamics.
• Proficient in building machine learning models for load estimation and life prediction (scikit‑learn).
• Deliver Insightful Solutions:
  Lead high‑fidelity simulations and analyses that directly influence product design, performance, and reliability. Provide clear, actionable recommendations to cross‑functional teams.
• Collaborate for Impact:
  Work closely with design, testing, and product support teams to enhance product durability and availability in the field.
• Innovate Continuously:
  Stay ahead of emerging technologies and champion improvements to simulation methodologies and engineering processes.

• Deliver high‑accuracy results while balancing speed and precision.
• Break down complex problems into manageable components and identify discrepancies in data to drive clarity.

• Communicate technical insights effectively through presentations and reports.
• Provide constructive feedback and actively incorporate input to improve communication and outcomes.

• Apply diverse problem‑solving techniques to resolve engineering challenges.
• Contribute to best practices and lessons learned to elevate team performance.

• Support project planning with cost, schedule, and resource tracking.
• Build and validate simulation models using Hyper Mesh, NX, and Nastran.
• Perform durability and fracture mechanics analysis to support both New Product Introduction (NPI) and Current Product Improvement (CPI).

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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.

• 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…