Caterpillar, Inc

Senior Engineer

Caterpillar, Inc$112K — $169K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of mechanical design experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • Experience with gas turbine design and analysis
  • Proficient in Finite Element Analysis (ANSYS)
  • Experience in preparing and leading technical Design Reviews
  • Strong technical report writing skills

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on gas turbine designs
  • Design, develop, and implement new component designs
  • Perform mechanical analysis of turbine hardware
  • Manage test rig and engine testing efforts
  • Conduct root cause analysis and validate solutions
  • Support business operations including customer service and supply chain
  • Meet time-sensitive deliverables under DevOps planning

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
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Career Development opportunities
  • Incentive bonus programs
  • Life Insurance and Disability benefits
  • Parental and Adoption leave
Full Job Description

Career Area:

Engineering

Job Description:

Solar Turbines is looking for a mechanical design engineer to join our energized and cross-functional Mechanical Design team responsible for gas turbines that power energy solutions to our customers. The candidate will work closely with various engineering disciplines to design, develop, and implement newcomponentdesigns and/or improve existing gas turbine hardware for the continuous improvement of product durability and capabilities for our customers. This role will produce leading edge solutions for a diverse range of projects executed in a productive environment that values strong work culture, best-in-classand diversity.

The successful candidate is expected to be a technical generalist able to develop solutions to complex problems using mechanical analysis of rotating and static turbine hardware in addition to being ingenious,creativeand applying new concepts. A strong background in gas turbine design fundamentals and secondary cooling flow systems is highly beneficial for this role. The successful candidate will have the skills necessary to successfully define,leadand executemedium to large scaleprojects starting from root cause analysis, solution concept through validation, and finally product implementation. Additionally, the successful candidate will play an integral role in ensuring that solutions fulfill performance, manufacturing, durability, maintainability, and cost targets.

The successful candidate will perform detailed mechanical designwork, andmanageworkscopeand execution to align with time sensitive deliverables performed under DevOps planning. When required, the successful candidate willlead efforts related tocomponentrig or engine tests by managing required hardware, instrumentation, scheduling, resultant dataanalysisand post-test hardware inspections. Strong written, oral and presentation communication skills arerequired. Additionally, the successful candidate will support business operations whennecessarywith support to customer services, manufacturing, and supply chain.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Directly applicable Mechanical Design work experience

  • Bachelor27s degree in Mechanical Engineeringor closely related degree

  • Experience with concept and detail design principles

  • Gas turbine design and analysis experience

  • Experience using Finite Element Analysis (ANSYS) software to perform detailed modal and structural analysis

  • Experience with reviewing and checking engineering drawings

  • Technical report writingexperience

  • Experience withpreparing andleading technicalDesign Reviews

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master27s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

  • Proficiencies for the following skills and tools:

  • Geometric dimensional and tolerance specifications (ASME Y14.5-2009)

  • Creo (or related CAD system)

  • Design experience with compressor,combustion, and/or turbine section hardware

  • Practical manufacturing and producibility knowledge

  • ANSYS Experience in the design and/or analysis of gas turbine components, gas turbine operation and application, materials and processes, manufacturingmethodsand test procedures

  • Experience with detailed cross-section stack-ups

  • Experience with life prediction methods

  • Experience with turbine blade heat transfer essentials

  • Experience with Failure Investigationmethods

  • Windchill, Microsoft Office and technical writing


Summary Pay Range:

$112,704.00 - $169,056.00

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

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

June 10, 2026 - June 24, 2026

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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