Mechanical Engineer, Illinois

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Engineer to join our Drivetrain Forging and Casting Team at Caterpillar. This role focuses on supporting clutch housing design across a diverse range of CAT products. The ideal candidate will have strong modeling and analysis skills, experience with cast components, and the ability to coordinate across cross-functional teams. This is a fully on-site position in East Peoria, with occasional travel to the Decatur plant.

Key Responsibilities:

Collaborate with the Team Lead on clutch housing design projects.

Develop concept models and perform stress analysis using CREO Simulate.

Coordinate part detailing activities with external design teams.

Review PPAPs and support the qualification of new parts and suppliers.

Evaluate and approve design deviations and assess non-conforming materials.

Conduct design assessments and prepare initial design proposals.

Perform light Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to validate mechanical integrity.

Support manufacturing teams by traveling to the Decatur facility as required.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.

Minimum of 3 years of experience in mechanical component design.

Proficiency in CREO or similar 3D CAD software.

Strong collaboration, initiative, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience designing castings and working with clutch or axle housings.

Familiarity with rotating mechanical components and associated design considerations.