> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/4359747-design-engineer-c175-engine-platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/4359747-design-engineer-c175-engine-platform). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Design Engineer- C175 Engine Platform - **Company:** Caterpillar - **Location:** Lafayette, IN, United States - **Salary:** $89,210.0 - $133,810.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Business Analytics Applications, Graphics Software, Control Structures, Information Technology - **Published:** October 31, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/4AA7ADF3079048AF96F7A05BA5158117/job/ ## About the Role Requires a degree in an accredited Engineering, Computer Science, or Materials Science curriculum. What you will 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. Level Extensive Experience: * Seeks discrepancies and inconsistencies in available information; explains variances * Organizes and prioritizes the sequence of steps to be taken to remedy the situation * Identifies many possible causes for a problem based on prior experience and current research * Quantifies the costs, benefits, risks and chances for success before recommending a course of action * Approaches a complex problem by breaking it down into its component parts * Choose among a diverse set of analytical tools according to the nature of the situation 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 * Make oral presentations and write reports needed for own work * Avoid technical jargon when inappropriate * Looks for and considers non-verbal cues from individuals and groups Managing Multiple Priorities: 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. Level Working Knowledge: * Recognizes changing demands and priorities; validates changes with management * Obtains information about how current assignments contribute to organizational goals * Completes current work according to assigned priorities * Responds to day-to-day operational priorities while still making progress on project work * Performs at least 2-3 concurrent activities without reducing productivity 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 date on technical and procedural job components * Applies technical operating and project standards based on achieving excellence in delivered products, technologies and services * Apply current procedures and technologies to help resolve technical issues in one's general area of technical competence * Help others solve technical or procedural problems or issues Computer-Aided Design & Engineering: Knowledge of tools and techniques of specialized graphics programs; ability to produce, analyze, simulate and test product design drafts. Level Extensive Experience: * Coach others on orthographic, isometric and axonometric projections * Presents complex products and systems graphically * Performs manipulations on design objects, such as changing projections and managing drawing layers * Directs the matrix computations performed to transform objects in coordinate space * Consults on benefits and drawbacks of top-down design vs. bottom-up design * Compares and contrasts uses of bird's-eye views and worm's-eye views Product Design - MFG: Knowledge of processes, approaches, tools and techniques of product design; ability to convert customer and market requirements into product design. Level Extensive Experience: * Develop improvement plans for senior management and evaluate the outcome of the design against the functionality * Advises others on the development of multiple products and their functionality * Trains others on advanced tools and approaches of product design * Monitors the processes and procedures of a complex product design to ensure functional requirements are met * Evaluates feedback from customers and consults on functional weaknesses * Controls design and development costs of a proposed product through effective resource coordination Product Design and Development: Knowledge of product features; ability to design, build, and develop a new product, technology, or service from concept through to production. Level Working Knowledge: * Builds three-dimensional models with basic materials * Communicate with professionals to understand various requirements of product design * Tests and evaluates alternative means of production being considered for use * Uses automated tools to design or modify the design of a product * Assists in building a complex prototype of product Top candidates will also have: * Diesel engine experience * Hands-on with mechanical aptitude * Self-starter with strong leadership skills * Ability to communicate technical information effectively ## Description * Researching new materials and competitive products. Organizing, coordinating, and executing the building, testing, and analysis of prototypes * Assisting supply specialists and buyers with supplier development and supplier performance. Overseeing the efforts of drafting and testing specialists * Developing and documenting functional requirements and translating into detail design documents. Participating in buy-build analysis for product components * Participating in and supporting proposal preparation, cost estimates, and technical reports