Caterpillar, Inc

Mechanical Design Engineer – Engine Installation and Cooling

Caterpillar, Inc$89K — $133K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Materials Science.
  • 5+ years of experience in mechanical design or engineering.
  • Familiarity with manufacturing engineering processes and techniques.
  • Proficiency in troubleshooting technical problems in manufacturing.
  • Strong analytical skills for problem-solving and alternative solution generation.
  • Experience in product testing methodologies and standards.

Responsibilities

  • Create and resolve design issues for manufacturing and building processes.
  • Adopt new technologies for efficiency and quality improvement.
  • Plan and enhance engineering operations for reliability and cost-effectiveness.
  • Collaborate with various partners for transportation execution and compliance.
  • Ensure design acceptance and manufacturing readiness throughout projects.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Paid time off including vacation and holidays.
  • 401(k) retirement savings with company match.
  • Career development opportunities.
  • Incentive bonuses and employee assistance programs.
Full Job Description

Career Area:

Engineering

Job Description:

Mechanical Design Engineer – Engine Installation and Cooling

Location: Decatur, IL
Travel: Up to 5%
Relocation Assistance: Not Available
Visa Sponsorship: Not Available

Job Summary

At Caterpillar we design industry leading mining and heavy construction machines that deliver a quality product to our customers. This position will focus on engine installation and cooling systems for Caterpillar Large Mining Truck product line. This team designs and implements water systems, air systems, fuel systems, and mounting systems. As a Mechanical Design Engineer – Engine Installation and Cooling, you will solve complex engineering projects involving multiple functions, organizations, products, and value chains to meet customer requirements and maximize product quality.

Key Responsibilities

  • Creating new designs and resolving issues regarding the manufacturing or building sequences. Ensuring design acceptance and manufacturing readiness.
  • Participating in the adoption of new technologies and processes (automation, robotics, computer aided manufacturing software, etc.) to achieve greater efficiency, cost reduction and quality improvement.
  • Planning and improving engineering procedures and operations to make the product or process more reliable, efficient and cost-effective.
  • Collaborate with carriers, shippers, and internal partners to ensure efficient, compliant, and timely transportation execution.

Degree Requirement

  • Requires a degree in an accredited Engineering, Computer Science, or Materials Science curriculum.

What Skill you will have:

  • Engineering - MFG: Knowledge of processes, techniques and methods of engineering in a manufacturing environment; ability to design and implement materials, structures, machines, devices, systems and processes that can be safely implemented in a manufacturing environment.
  • Troubleshooting Technical Problems: Knowledge of troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, detect and resolve technical problems in a manufacturing or product development environment.
  • Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine root cause and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
  • Product Testing: Knowledge of product testing approaches, techniques and tools; ability to design, plan and execute testing strategies and tactics to ensure product quality at all stages of manufacturing.
  • Standard Operating Procedures: Knowledge of established standard operating procedures (SOP); ability to design, implement and evaluate standard operating procedures affecting daily and strategic business operations to increase operational efficiency.
  • 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.

 

Summary Pay Range:

$89,210.00 - $133,810.00

Compensation and benefits offered 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

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Posting Dates:

June 8, 2026 - June 15, 2026

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

About Caterpillar, Inc

Progress Rail Services Corporation, a Caterpillar company, is one of the largest integrated and diversified suppliers of railroad and transit system products and services worldwide. Since its acquisition by Caterpillar Inc. in 2006, Progress Rail has used the Caterpillar international footprint to gain quick and widespread notice and approval across the globe. Product technology, reliability and durability, along with legendary aftermarket parts and service support, have been their keys to success. Caterpillar is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines and industrial gas turbines. The technology and world reach of Caterpillar, combined with the service standard and historical reliability of Progress Rail, ensures their products and services make a growing impact on the world rail industry. With their acquisition of Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD), Progress Rail is the world's largest builder of diesel-electric locomotives for all commercial railroad applications including freight, intercity passenger, commuter, switching, industrial and mining. EMD is also a global provider of diesel power engines for marine propulsion, offshore and land based oil well drilling rigs and stationary power generation. Electro-Motive is the only diesel engine manufacturer of its size to have produced more than 70,000 engines. This success stems from product reliability, serviceability, load acceptance capability, low operating costs and ease of maintenance with standardized components.

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Learn more about Caterpillar, Inc
Size
107,700 employees
Market Cap
$125.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.9 billion
Founded
1925
5 Year Trend
+5.8%
Revenue
$41.7 billion
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