Mechanical Design Engineer

Career Area

Engineering

Job Description

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're 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 don't 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.

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Position Information

Location: Hodges, SC Domestic re

location is available for this position.

Role Definition

Provides technical expertise necessary to design all aspects of production, costs, quality, compliance to safety guidelines, and environmental

requirements for manufacturing.

Responsibilities

Evaluates manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research programs. Develops manufacturing processes by studying product

requirements, researching testing methods, and conferring with equipment vendors. Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space

requirements, and equipment layout. Assures product and process quality by designing testing methods. Provides manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor, and material costs. Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends. Provides manufacturing engineering information by answering questions and requests. Maintains product and company reputation by complying with government regulations. Maintains product and process database by writing computer programs and entering data. Completes design and development projects by training and guiding operations. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending

educational workshops.

Types Of Equipment You Will Encounter At The Facility

Shakers and Reclaim Structures & Light Fabrication Bridge and Jib Cranes Cooling and Heating, Conveyance, Hydraulic, & Pneumatic Systems Mixers, Piping Drive Shafts, Bearings and Gear Boxes Pressure Vessel, Ductwork Motor Mounts Dust Collection and other Machining Equipment Integrated Robotic & PLC Systems

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering Computer-Aided Design & Engineering: Extensive

experience using tools and techniques of specialized graphics programs; ability to produce, analyze, simulate, and test product design drafts. Effective Communications: Working knowledge 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. Product Design and Development: Working knowledge of product features; ability to design, build, and develop a new product, technology, or service from concept through to production. Product Design - MFG: Extensive

experience using processes, approaches, tools, and techniques of product design; ability to convert customer and market

requirements into product design.

What You Will Get

Medical, dental, and vision coverage Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.) 401k savings plan Health savings account (HSA) Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) Short and long-term disability coverage Life Insurance Paid parental leave Healthy Lifestyle Programs Employee Assistance Programs Voluntary

Benefits (Ex. Accident, Identity Theft Protection)

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location is available for this position.Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Posting Dates

April 18, 2024 - April 30, 2024

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

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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