Senior Engineer-Design

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mechanical, materials science, or a related field
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
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
Knowledge of effective self-management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation
Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges
Knowledge of tools and techniques of specialized graphics programs; ability to produce, analyze, simulate, and test product design drafts
Knowledge of processes, approaches, tools, and techniques of product design; ability to convert customer and market requirements into product design
Knowledge of product features; ability to design, build, and develop a new product, technology, or service from concept through to production

Design, maintain, and manage the component design and development of rubber components for Caterpillar engines and machines, ensuring the integration of new products, processes, or technologies to meet customer needs
Lead projects related to component development and performance evaluations, including project management documentation
Participate in trial and production rubber molding processes, contributing to issue resolution and understanding variables affecting results
Manage component testing, validation, and audits, and communicate results in a concise and accurate manner with data
Design new test fixtures and manage the maintenance of local test benches, including spare parts
Identify, analyze, and resolve issues with components, test procedures, or test equipment
Collaborate and support process partners, such as internal customers and manufacturing facilities, to enhance product and process performance
Support NPI, CPI, BIQ and Assurance of Supply projects using performance testing for failure predictions, concept evaluation, and benchmarking
Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget