Senior Engineer - Design

at Caterpillar, Inc. in CHILLICOTHE, Illinois, United States Job Description Caterpillar Inc. seeks Senior Engineer - Design at its facility located at 2427 E Engine Drive, Chillicothe, IL 61523. Perform structural simulation of diesel engine and fuel systems in support of research and development programs, field issue resolutions, and new technology introduction. Conduct analytical simulations using ABAQUS, Hypermesh, FE-Safe. Interpret and report results. Recommend design improvements/enhancements, and decisions may significantly impact product performance, durability, quality, reliability, and serviceability. Failure analysis and investigation. Work closely with design and test counterparts in developing new components, systems, and simulation processes. Ability to communicate technical information in a concise and accurate manner.

Telecommuting:

Up to 2 days/week.

REQS:

This position requires a Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, or a related field plus 5 years of experience as a mechanical engineer or related occupation. In the alternative the employer will also accept a Master's degree or foreign equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, or a related field plus 3 years of experience as a mechanical engineer or related occupation. Additionally, the applicant must have employment experience with: (1) 3 years of experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA); (2) Structural Mechanics/Dynamics simulation, Fatigue Life and Bolted Joint structural simulation; (3) 3 years of experience with ABAQUS, Hypermesh;

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; and (4) Diesel engine structural robustness, reliability and durability.

Summary Pay Range:

$131,227.00 - $169,060.00 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.

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