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$140,288–$213,375
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$177k
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Based on 240 similar postings.
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About Caterpillar
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
Caterpillar currently has
105 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$128,470–$192,710
across 100 roles with salary data.
The Test and Validation Engineer serves as an individual contributor on complex engineering projects focused on the performance and emissions development of marine, electric power, machine, and locomotive diesel and spark ignited engines. The role involves performing engine system calibrations to meet customer requirements and regulatory standards, utilizing 1D thermodynamic cycle simulation and advanced engineering analysis tools to down select combustion recipes. Responsibilities include designing and executing lean engine tests, leveraging automation, performing complex data analysis, and identifying technical issues. Key skills include experience with GT power or equivalent simulation, statistical models, and Designs of Experiment to create performance software maps. The position requires analyzing diesel engine performance data from lab environments to make calibration decisions and ensuring manufacturing readiness through Built-in Quality methodologies and statistical analysis.
Perform engine system calibrations to meet customer requirements and ensure compliance with emissions regulatory standards.
Utilize 1D thermodynamic cycle simulation and advanced engineering analysis tools to down select engine combustion recipes.
Design, plan, and execute lean engine tests by leveraging automation within a world-class test facility.
Perform complex data analysis to identify and resolve challenging technical issues for new and existing products.
Manage development activities to established schedules and provide regular progress updates to technical leadership.
Report test results, conclusions, and engineering recommendations to internal and external stakeholders through technical presentations.
Ensure design acceptance and manufacturing readiness by resolving issues in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Support ISO requirements and internal data quality standards through statistical analysis and Built-in Quality methodologies.
What we're looking for
Must have a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field and 4 years of experience as a Test & Validation Engineer or related occupation.
Alternatively, must have a master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field and 2 years of experience as a Test & Validation Engineer or related occupation.
Must have employment experience with 1-D thermodynamic Engine Simulation (GT power or equivalent).
Must have experience using statistical models and DOEs to create diesel engine performance software maps.
Must have experience using diesel engine performance data taken in a lab environment to make calibration and quality decisions.
Must have experience identifying defects in diesel engine hardware and software data and implementing permanent corrective actions.
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