Design Engineer - Air Systems

Career Area

Engineering

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Our Air systems team has an exciting opening for a Design Engineer to join their team.

• Provide engineering support for several existing component families and associated sub-systems
• Determine suitability of applying existing components and/or sub-systems to new engine applications
• Lead and manage requirements definition, design concepts, analysis/simulation, design down select, part procurement, validation activities, product cost, and associated timing for new components and sub-systems within the Caterpillar NPI (New Product Introduction) process
• Lead and support the closure of formal CPI (Continuous Product Improvement) and NPI (New Product Introduction) issues thru the Six Sigma DMAIC process
• Lead team meetings with Air Systems suppliers to manage existing purchased finished components and to develop new purchased finished components from concept thru start of production
• Perform first order calculations, analyze data, and summarize data in order to articulate design tradeoffs or support design validation activities
• Identify and apply Caterpillar design standards, expertise from COEs (Centers of Excellence), Air Systems standard work, and expertise from Air Systems peers to a variety of design projects
• Interface with a multitude of Caterpillar computer systems to obtain, upload, &or manage information
• Collaborate with internal process partners, suppliers, and internal/external customers on multiple projects that will be taking place simultaneously
• Create and present informal and formal design reviews
• Assemble &or disassemble prototype components &or sub-systems
• Perform detailed inspections of new &or field returned components

• Basic engine component and system level knowledge & experience
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and prints
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• CREO 3D modeling (or similar) and simulation skill set
• Skilled in MS Office Applications
• Strong organization and time management skills

• Bachelor’s degree in an accredited Engineering curriculum or relevant work experience desired

• Experience collaborating with suppliers utilizing the an APQP process
• Experience with NPI (New Product Introduction) and CPI (Continuous Product Improvement) process and timelines
• Component level design experience with castings, fabrications & injection molded polymers
• Engine component and system level design experience
• Strong analytical skills
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
• Demonstrated capability to be successful in an engineering role with minimal formal processes & procedures (self-starter)

Analytical Thinking: Level Working 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: Level Working 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.

Managing Multiple Priorities: Level Working 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.

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

Computer-Aided Design & Engineering: Level Working…