Senior Designer​/Mechanical Design Engineer

Senior Designer / Mechanical Design Engineer

Location:

Peoria, Illinois | C2C | Onsite

Pay Rate: $35/hr

Industry: Engineering / Mechanical Design (Caterpillar)

End Date: 02-Dec-2026

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer / Senior Designer with strong expertise in CREO-based design, modeling, and detailing for complex mechanical components and assemblies. The ideal candidate will bring hands‑on experience in product development, DFMA principles, and Caterpillar‑specific tools and systems. This role requires deep mechanical design competency, strong attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams in a fast‑paced environment.

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies using CREO with strong 3D modeling and detailed drawing skills.
• Apply Design for Manufacturing & Assembly (DFMA) principles to ensure cost‑effective, robust, and efficient product designs.
• Work with Caterpillar engineering processes and tools, including Teamcenter, SDP, and modules such as Fluid Lines, Electric Lines, and Sheet Metal.
• Produce high‑quality engineering documentation, including drawings, BOMs, and design release packages.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including manufacturing, quality, and systems engineering to validate designs and support production readiness.
• Review design requirements, resolve engineering issues, and support continuous improvements in design processes.
• Ensure adherence to customer specifications, engineering standards, and safety requirements.
• Support design reviews, tolerance analysis, and feasibility assessments.

• Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Design degree required.
• 7‑12 years of experience in mechanical design and product development.
• Strong proficiency in CREO for 3D modeling, surfacing, detailing, and assembly creation.
• Experience with Caterpillar tools and systems (preferred), including:
  • Teamcenter
  • SDP tools (Fluid Lines, Electric Lines, Sheet Metal)
• Solid understanding of DFMA principles and engineering design best practices.
• Experience in sheet‑metal design, routing, or complex mechanical systems is highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.