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Engineering Specialist - Design-March 2024
Lafayette
Mar 28, 2026
About Engineering Specialist - Design

  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.

  Engineering Specialist-Design

  Lafayette, Indiana

  Relocation Assistance Available

  As a technical project lead on the 3500 Platform Engineering team within the Large Power Systems Division, you will provide leadership to integrate various components and systems into complete engine systems, resolve complex field and new product issues, and support manufacturing and assembly operations in Lafayette, Tianjin, and external suppliers. The incumbent will support the execution of NPI, CPI, and aftermarket growth opportunities for the 3500 platform in multiple engine applications. This technical lead position will directly support L3 design teams to lead some of the most challenging technical projects in the areas of CPI, APQP support, NSI, Cost Reduction, and Assurance of Supply.

  Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

  Working with design, development, systems integration, and software engineers to resolve complex CPI issues.

  Support strategic sourcing projects with technical platform guidance and APQP/validation execution and requirements management.

  Effective communication of status, risks, and key next steps to senior leadership regarding key projects.

  Lead a wide variety of special projects such as alternative fuel performance evaluations and next generation component designs.

  Planning and execution of complex, multi-component/system validation activities.

  Managing L4 system requirements, specifications, and design reviews.

  Primary point of contact to key L3 teams on behalf of 3500 platform.

  Basic Qualifications:

  BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering AND 5 years of relevant experience.

  3 years engine design, development, or validation experience or equivalent.

  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and good oral and written communication skills.

  Candidate must be willing to work in field/shop/lab environments when needed.

  Candidate must be able to lead a cross-functional team and take responsibility for overall team execution.

  Top Candidates Will Also Have:

  Direct experience with 3500 Diesel and/or Gas engines or engine systems.

  CPI Blackbelt training (or equivalent).

  Experience with LPSD DVP&R and FMEA processes.

  Strong professional network to enable working with and leading cross-functional teams.

  Additional Information:

  Location of this position is Lafayette, IN.

  Relocation assistance is available for this position.

  Travel up to 5% possible with this position.

  Sponsorship is NOT approved for this position.

  This position will close on February 5, 2024 at 11:59 PM.

  Employee Benefits:

  Medical, dental, and vision coverage

  Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)

  401k savings plan

  Health savings account (HSA)

  Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

  Short and long-term disability coverage

  Life Insurance

  Paid parental leave

  Healthy Lifestyle Programs

  Employee Assistance Programs

  Voluntary Benefits (Ex. Accident, Identity Theft Protection)

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  Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.

  This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants for this position 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 .

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

  EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

  Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .

  There’s more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar.

  Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee’s contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we’ve built.

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