Career Area:

Engineering

Job Description:

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Job Description:

Caterpillar's Global Hydraulics Organization within Integrated Components & Solutions Division (ICS) is seeking an engineer to lead the design & development of hydraulic cylinders and all associated sub-components such as pistons, rods, tubes, heads, caps, and overall sealing system for Caterpillar products. The successful candidate will be highly engaged with the global product development team to deliver world class hydraulic cylinder products, optimized for customer requirements.  The position requires complimentary technical, commercial and project leadership skills to complete tasks such as defining application and component requirements, analysis of risk and FMEAs, developing project plans, completing design and detailed drawings, and coordinating validation plans with supplier or CAT teams who will conduct the work. Job responsibilities also involve detailed analysis of test results or inspection details may be required to ensure design met customer requirements, risks are mitigated, technical information is reviewed and archived, documenting conclusions & recommendations in design reviews, and providing updates in team stakeholder meetings.

Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

Design responsibility for hydraulic cylinder & suspension products; accountable for meeting customer expectations for product cost, quality, and delivery (for example)Contribute to multiple New Product Introduction (NPI) cylinder development projects, New Technology Integration (NTI) projects, and product cost/quality improvement projectsConduct Concept and Detailed Design Reviews with the Global Engineering teamsCollaborate with the Global/Regional purchasing and manufacturing facility teams to support the product quality & cost targets, supplier process audit, sourcing, PPAP/APQP process validationTroubleshoot field failures, Warranty claims, factory issuesResponsible for detailed drawing release and maintenance, conduct continuous product and process development and manage the product Bill of materialAligned objectives with product groups, suppliers, and manufacturing process partners

What skills the ideal candidate will have:

Analytical Thinking

Strong analytical skills & experience in designing the components to meet the machine system performance requirements and cost targets.

Effective Communications

Ability to communicate technical information effectively with team members and process partners

Managing Multiple Priorities

Experience in Project management, hands on Creo, Tolerance Stack-up, and GD&TThe ability to effectively develop and manage project plans from concept to production

Technical Excellence

Intermediate/Advanced hydraulics industry knowledge.

Familiarity with cylinder component suppliers and manufacturing processes

Top Candidates will also have:

Master’s degree (or equivalent) in an accredited Engineering or Business Administration curriculumComponent design expertise on mining and construction equipmentFamiliarity with cylinder component suppliers and manufacturing processesThe ability to work/lead multiple projects simultaneously and to make sound priority decisionsA sense of urgency balanced with a strong commitment to qualityDue to collaboration with global product development teams, available for flexible work hours.

Additional Information:

Location preference of this position is Santa Catarina.Relocation assistance is not available for this position.This position may require 10% travel. International and national travel, VISA required.

Final Details:

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Posting Dates:

julio 29, 2025 - agosto 5, 2025

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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