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# Senior Design Engineer

- **Company:** Caterpillar
- **Location:** East Peoria, IL, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $112,710.0 - $169,060.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, System Testing, Test Data
- **Published:** October 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=197cc34597921519

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or Agricultural Engineering from an accredited curriculum.

What skills you must have

 * 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.
 * 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.
 * Technical Excellence: Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.

Top candidates must also have

 * 5+ years of designing mechanical systems
 * Demonstrated experience designing mechanical systems operating under load, such as:
 + Powertrain or driveline systems
 + Structural or load-bearing systems
 + Rotating components (gears, bearings, shafts)
 + Electro-mechanical or automated systems
 * Knowledge of product design and development processes from concept through production
 * Ability to perform root cause analysis and implement effective engineering solutions
 * Experience working in a cross-functional environment with design, manufacturing, and supplier teams
 * Proficiency with CAD tools and engineering analysis methods

## Description

* Design, develop, validate, and implement components and systems for transmissions, axles, and driveline systems
 * Own engineering decisions across the full product lifecycle
 * Collaborate with controls and software teams
 * Work with global engineering, manufacturing, and purchasing teams
 * Participate in DFMEA/PFMEA and structured problem-solving
 * Analyze test data and support system validation
 * Support manufacturing and resolve design issues
 * Communicate technical progress across global teams, * This position will be located onsite 5 days a week in East Peoria, IL (Building KK).
 * Relocation assistance (domestic) is available for this position.
 * Sponsorship is NOT available.
 * This position may require less than 10% travel

Final details

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