Senior Design 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.

Caterpillar Inc. seeks Senior Design Engineer at its facility located at 200 NE Adams St, Peoria, IL 61602.

Synthesize Voice of Customer and Marketing data to create high value, innovative, efficient, cost-effective work tool designs for the 950-982 Medium Wheel Loader (MWL) platforms that serve customers all over the world in a wide variety of applications. Design control and product development responsibility for the existing 950-982 MWL bucket, fork and material handling arm portfolios as well as new ones developed through the New Product Introduction (NPI) process. Support downstream global partners and resolve engineering design issues for the end customer. Use Creo 3D modeling and Creo Simulate software packages as well as use knowledge of detailed fabricated structures design and development, which include an understanding of kinematic analysis, measured data analysis and finite element analysis (FEA). Lead and collaborate across functional groups in the design, development and maintenance of MWL/ heavy equipment structural systems. Develop work tools designs for 950-982 MWL platforms. Ensure design meets technical, financial and timeline requirements. Support the team through machine and system level virtual product development simulations. Telecommuting: 2 days/week.

REQS: This position requires a bachelor’s degree, or foreign equivalent, in Mechanical, Agricultural, Aerospace, Chemical, Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science or a closely related field and 6 years of engineering experience including product development or related occupation. In the alternative the employer will also accept a master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Mechanical, Agricultural, Aerospace, Chemical, Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science or a closely related field and 3 years of engineering experience including product development or related occupation.

Additionally, the applicant must have employment experience with: (1) Creo and Creo Simulate or similar CAE package; (2) Fabricated structures design and analysis; (3) Bill of Material (BoM) structures and associated engineering releasing systems; and (4) Kinematic analysis, measured data analysis, and engineering releasing systems.

Summary Pay Range:

$131,227.00 - $165,840.00

Compensation and benefits 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

Applicants who are interested in this position should apply via www.caterpillar.com/careers, search [Senior Design Engineer / R0000324732 #LI-DNI].

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:

September 13, 2025 - January 12, 2026

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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