Career Area:
Engineering
Job Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc
When you join Caterpillar, youre 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 dont 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
As a Performance / Simulation / Application Engineer with the Large Power Systems Division, you will serve as an experienced contributor on projects and assignments that are complex in nature and that support and enhance Caterpillar product performance, durability, reliability and quality
You will partner with and provide technical guidance to global teams You will continually learn and stay abreast of innovative technology You will also continue to grow your professional network
Job Duties & Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
Execute torsional vibration analysis (TVA) for engine drivelines and perform geartrain dynamics simulations using in-house tools
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define simulation requirements for new product development, current product issue resolution, and cost reduction projects
Prepare clear documentation of analysis objectives, assumptions, methods, results, and conclusions
Interpret simulation results and provide actionable recommendations for design improvements
Collaborate with engine test teams to improve simulation tool capabilities
Stay current with emerging technologies and contribute to the development of new simulation methods and tools
Required Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor s degree in mechanical engineering with 5-8 years of relevant industry experience, or Master s degree in engineering with 3-4 years of relevant industry experience, or Doctorate degree in Engineering with 2-3 years of relevant industry experience
Knowledge and experience in engine dynamics and vibration analysis
Completion of formal coursework in vibrations and/or dynamics
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to handle increasingly complex assignments through experience
Excellent communication skills for conveying technical information to team members and other teams
Desired Qualifications:
2-3 years of experience with internal combustion engines
Hands-on testing experience with torsional dynamics and/or engine-related vibrations
Familiarity with multi-body dynamics (MBD) simulation tools
Experience with finite element analysis (FEA)
Demonstrated project leadership capabilities
Skill Descriptors:
Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision
Level Working Knowledge:
Accurately gauges the impact and cost of errors, omissions, and oversights
Utilizes specific approaches and tools for checking and cross-checking outputs
Processes limited amounts of detailed information with good accuracy
Learns from mistakes and applies lessons learned
Develops and uses checklists to ensure that information goes out error-free
Analytical Thinking: 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
Level Working Knowledge:
Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue and determining its significance
Makes a systematic comparison of two or more alternative solutions
Uses flow charts, Pareto charts, fish diagrams, etc to disclose meaningful data patterns
Identifies the major forces, events and people impacting and impacted by the situation at hand
Uses logic and intuition to make inferences about the meaning of the data and arrive at conclusions
Effective Communications: 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
Level Working Knowledge:
Delivers helpful feedback that focuses on behaviors without offending the recipient
Listens to feedback without defensiveness and uses it for own communication effectiveness
Makes oral presentations and writes reports needed for own work
Avoids technical jargon when inappropriate
Looks for and considers non-verbal cues from individuals and groups
Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations
Level Extensive Experience:
Ensures capture of lessons to be learned from a problem-solving effort
Organizes potential problem solvers and leads problem resolution efforts
Uses varying problem-solving approaches and techniques as appropriate
Contributes to standard practices for problem-solving approaches, tools, and processes
Analyzes and synthesizes information and devises alternative resolution strategies
Develops successful resolutions to critical or wide-impact problems
Technical Excellence: Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges
Level Working Knowledge:
Provides effective technical solutions to routine functional challenges via sound technical competence, effectively examining implications of events and issues
Effectively performs the technical job aspects, continuously building knowledge and keeping up-to- on technical and procedural job components
Applies technical operating and project standards based on achieving excellence in delivered products, technologies and services
Applies current procedures and technologies to help resolve technical issues in ones general area of technical competence
Helps others solve technical or procedural problems or issues
Project Management: Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives
Level Basic Understanding:
Identifies project management tools and requirements within own function
Describes the key objectives, phases and deliverables of a current project
Explains the concepts of phase, activity, task, and deliverable
Gives examples of critical paths in projects
Additional Info:
- Office Model - This position requires the employee to work a 5-day-a-week schedule in the office
Relocation is available for this position
Posting :
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Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply
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