Design Engineer

Career Area Engineering 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 When you join Caterpillar you are joining a team of makers innovators and doers We are the people who roll up our sleeves and do the work to build a better world We dont just talk about progress and innovation We make it happen And we are proud of that because it helps our customers build and power the world we live in the roads hospitals homes and infrastructure Without a dedicated workforce Caterpillar could not effectively meet our customers needs Join us Job Summary We are looking for an Electrical System Design Engineer who is ready to put all their electrical system design prowess to work You will report to an Engineering Manager that has a complete vision for the role The vision includes helping you obtain deep knowledge and hands on experience with generator sets and how they interface with electrical power systems You will have the opportunity to lead and participate in the design development and troubleshooting of electrical control system packaging associated circuitry and wire harnessing for our gas and diesel-powered generator sets You will get to work with generator set controllers voltage regulators I O and temperature monitoring modules shore power circuitry engine interconnect wiring voltage sensing wiring and electrical enclosures Imagine being mentored by more senior engineers and other functional group engineers that have a vested interest in your understanding and achievements towards becoming an expert in generator control system components Afterall they want what our customers want innovative control packaging solutions that deliver superior performance serviceability durability and quality If you desire to be our go-to person then this role is for you JOB DUTIES As an Electrical System Design Engineer in the Large Power System Division Controls Packaging group you will have an opportunity to direct and participate in the design and development of controls systems for gas and diesel-powered generator sets Job Duties Responsibilities This role will primarily be focused on generator set control systems and panel design The primary duties and responsibilities will be as follows Collaborate with other engineering teams to define document and meet product design requirements Design validate and maintain generator set control panel designs by supporting the product from the initial concept design through the entire lifecycle of the product Resolve problems related to manufacturing at multiple worldwide generator set assembly facilities Collaborate on design and product validation with multiple global suppliers Develop and maintain detailed project and validation plans Provide guidance to other engineers as required to ensure development schedules are met Use technical expertise and product knowledge to resolve product quality issues by interfacing with engineers service representatives plant personnel suppliers and consultants Basic Qualifications A University Degree or equivalent in electrical engineering or related electrical discipline Experience in NPI New Product Introduction CPI Current Product Improvement Product maintenance or Cost Reduction design and development Experience in electrical design and ability to interpret engineering drawings - sound technical background and a good knowledge of current engineering drawing practice Strong leadership ability and good communications skills Top candidates will also have Masters degree in engineering or equivalent experience High level of proficiency in Creo Parametric or other modeling or simulation tools Experience working with basic sheet metal designs including relevant knowledge in dimensioning and tolerances standards Experience completing structural analysis of mechanical designs Experience working with power generation and or power distribution systems Controls system design experience Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously Experience working in a fast paced globally located teams This is intended as a general guide to the job duties for this position and is intended for the purpose of establishing the specific salary grade It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive summary of all responsibilities duties and effort required of employees assigned to this job At the discretion of management this description may be changed at any time to address the evolving needs of the organization It is expressly not intended to be a comprehensive list of essential job functions as that term is defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act Relocation is available for this position Posting Dates May 26 2025 - June 8 2025Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer Not ready to apply Join our