Simulation Senior Associate Engineer

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.

Role Definition:

Position is part of a Computational Fluid Dynamics and Engine Performance team that is responsible for supporting the Combustion, emission, performance and mechanical development of Caterpillar engines. Candidate will be responsible for supporting the Global team in design, development, and validation of mechanical system through engine performance analysis.

Responsibilities:

Candidate will be responsible for providing technical guidance on performance simulation, certification and development projects for Diesel platforms. Candidate is expected to evaluate different hardware configurations and provide suitable recommendations to improve/develop new products. Candidate must ensure compliance to all process requirements & Quality systems. Candidate will be responsible for mentoring and guiding team members on technical aspects.

Degree Requirement:

Post-graduation/Bachelors from reputed institute in Mechanical / Automotive Engineering (4 to 8 Years of Industrial Experience) with specialization in the fields of IC engines, combustion and Automobile engineering

Skill Descriptors:

• Knowledge of underlying theoretical principles of engine systems

• Working experience in Diesel engine core performance and emissions

• Experience in aftertreatment specification and performance
• Experience in engine controls software development
• Knowledge in Identifying technical issue through root cause analysis and resolution

Technical Excellence:

• Strong Knowledge of 1-D simulation, dynamics, controls orientated or mean value simulation tools (e.g. GT-Power, Wave, AmeSIM, Adams, Dymola, Simulink)
• Experience of complex Electronics and Controls system concept generation including drafting block diagram controls for simulation assessment
• Extensive understanding of control algorithms and logic
• Experience of modelling complex systems, and the use of simulation tools to make confident predictions
• Knowledge of heavy-duty machine applications
• Product validation (FMEA, DVP&R, Data analysis)
• Product sign-off and report documentation
• Knowledge of mathematics, data analysis, numerical modelling and statistics
• Experience of design of experiments, optimisation techniques and Robust engineering methods
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to perform complex assignments
• Demonstrated excellent judgement and decision-making ability
• Positive attitude, teamwork, global diversity work culture and good communication.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively with team members and others in the work groups

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.

Level Working Knowledge:

• Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue and determining its significance.
• Makes a systematic comparison of two or more alternative solutions.
• Uses flow charts, Pareto charts, fish diagrams, etc. to disclose meaningful data patterns.
• Identifies the major forces, events and people impacting and impacted by the situation at hand.
• Uses logic and intuition to make inferences about the meaning of the data and arrive at conclusions.

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.

Level Working Knowledge:

• Delivers helpful feedback that focuses on behaviors without offending the recipient.
• Listens to feedback without defensiveness and uses it for own communication effectiveness.
• Makes oral presentations and writes reports needed for own work.
• Avoids technical jargon when inappropriate.
• Looks for and considers non-verbal cues from individuals and groups.

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.

Level Working Knowledge:

• Identifies and documents specific problems and resolution alternatives.
• Examines a specific problem and understands the perspective of each involved stakeholder.
• Develops alternative techniques for assessing accuracy and relevance of information.
• Helps to analyze risks and benefits of alternative approaches and obtain decision on resolution.
• Uses fact-finding techniques and diagnostic tools to identify problems.

Relocation is available for this position.

Posting Dates:

September 1, September 2, 2025

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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