Design Engineering Specialist

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.

Caterpillar’s Building Construction Products division in Sanford, NC is hiring a Design Engineering Specialist in the Compact Track Loaders (CTL) and Skid Steer Loader (SSL) Undercarriage and Drive Systems Team. In this role, you will be responsible for undercarriage design architecture for New Product Introduction (NPI) and Continuous Product Improvement (CPI) programs. This includes undercarriage system layout, component design and validation, project management, performance analysis, and cost evaluation. This role will be working closely with external suppliers, product support, internal engineering, Product Life Cycle and Global Strategic Sourcing teams. You will be part of a global team with partners in Brazil, India and Mexico.

What You Will Do:

• New product design and development of undercarriage system layouts including project planning, part design, systems integration, procurement of test bed and prototype iron, field follow of pilot machines, and production implementation.
• Technical support to the manufacturing teams at BCP facilities worldwide.
• Resolution and support of CPI issues.
• Interface with suppliers to improve quality while developing effective working relationships.
• Collaborate with internal process partners on technical, commercial, and program issues.
• Support cost reduction efforts with emphasis on value adjusted cost effectiveness.

What You Have (Basic Qualifications):

• Degree requirement: Bachelor’s degree in engineering with progressive directly related experience
• Computer-Aided Design & Engineering: Proficiency with Creo and engineering drawings, including experience using Teamcenter Engineering to release product designs
• Troubleshooting Technical Problems: Applied structural design and analysis knowledge (GD&T, FEA) and on-machine testing experience to identify and resolve engineering issues.
• Effective Communication: Collaborated across time zones with cross-functional, multi-cultural teams, leveraging strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Product Testing: Conducted on-machine testing and performed data analysis to validate product performance and ensure design integrity.

Top Candidates Will Have:

• Hands-on experience in product development and machine operation
• Experience with heavy and/or light fabrications
• Experience with mobile machinery design and operation
• CPPD, APQP, PCM, and design releasing experience

Additional Info:

• Office Model: This position requires the employee to work a 5-day-a-week schedule in the office.
• Travel: 5-10% domestic and international travel is expected.
• Relocation: Domestic relocation will be available to those who qualify.
• ISE: Not available.
• Visa Sponsorship: Not available.

Summary Pay Range:

$126,000.00 - $189,000.00

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.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• 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 Insurance

• Parental leave

• Adoption benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Posting Dates:

August 21, 2025 - September 5, 2025

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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