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Caterpillar Inc. is the world''s largest manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives. Industry: Heavy Equipment & Manufacturing
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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Drivetrain & Powertrain Systems joins the Drivetrain Platform Team within the Integrated Drivetrain Energy Solutions Division. This role involves leading the design, development, validation, and release of transmissions, axles, driveline systems, and mechanical powertrain components from concept through production. The engineer will manage the full product development lifecycle, partner with cross-functional teams including controls, software, manufacturing, and suppliers to deliver integrated solutions, and perform root cause analysis and DFMEA/PFMEA activities. Key technical competencies include experience with gears, bearings, shafts, rotating equipment, and mechanical power transmission for heavy-duty systems. The role requires proficiency in CAD-based design tools and engineering analysis methods to evaluate durability and manufacturability. The work focuses on high-performance machinery and complex mechanical systems operating under demanding conditions within the automotive, aerospace, industrial, and agricultural sectors.
Design, develop, validate, and release transmissions, axles, driveline systems, and mechanical powertrain components.
Lead engineering decisions throughout the entire product development lifecycle from concept through production.
Develop and execute product validation plans while analyzing performance test data.
Perform DFMEA, PFMEA, root cause analysis, and other structured problem-solving activities.
Apply engineering analysis methods to evaluate component durability, performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
Resolve design, quality, and production challenges during manufacturing implementation.
Communicate technical recommendations and project progress to global stakeholders.
What we're looking for
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
5+ years of experience designing and developing mechanical systems (preferred).
Experience with powertrain, drivetrain, transmission, gearbox, axle, or propulsion systems (preferred).
Experience with gears, bearings, shafts, rotating equipment, and mechanical power transmission (preferred).
Experience with structural, load-bearing, or heavy-duty mechanical systems (preferred).
Experience in automotive, aerospace, defense, industrial, off-highway, agricultural, or robotics applications (preferred).
Proficiency in CAD-based design and engineering analysis tools (preferred).
Ability to perform DFMEA, PFMEA, root cause analysis, and structured problem-solving.