Caterpillar is Hiring | Associate Engineer |

Position – Associate Engineer ( Modeling & Detailing)
Company – Caterpillar
Location – Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IN

Job description

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you’re joining a global team that 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.

The engineer will be a member of the DCR Components – Castings CoE team in EDCI and will be responsible for the modelling and detailing of Casting and Forging components for Transmission, Lower powertrain, Engine, and other casting components. This job responsibility also includes the selection of components from the existing database that need to be modified/ remodelled, and detailed. The engineer should be capable to work with agency engineers and coordinate the project. Thorough Pro-E experience with general Engineering knowledge, knowledge on Transmission & engine systems and components, and related manufacturing processes skill sets required for effective execution of this role.

Background / Experience:

• Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering and Proficiency in Pro-E product family
• 5 to 10 years of relevant experience
• Hands-on experience on Cat Engineering tools like HVC, EDS, TC Engineering, Windchill & knowledge on Cat standards
• Good understanding of Transmission & Engine systems and components
• Critical Competencies include Initiative, Accountability, Interpersonal, Organizational & Communication skills to effectively communicate with a worldwide team.

Core competencies:

• Expertise in modelling and detailing of complex castings using surface modelling techniques to develop core passages in Transmission, Lower powertrain, Engine components like cases, covers, manifolds, Planet Carriers, Torque converter housings, heads & blocks, Crankshaft, Camshaft, flywheel & housing, timing case, wheel, axle housing,
• Expertise in casting concept creation for castability
• Mandatory hands-on experience on surface texture requirements, heat treatment, and inspection process of components like Gears and Shafts.
• Knowledge of Speed charts, Dimension, and Installation drawings is mandatory.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Pro/Engineer experience with background in casting and forging design, Modelling, and Detailing
• Experience with Vis-Mock up or other visualization tools
• General understanding of complex casting components, gears, and shafts
• Proficiency in GD&T and Knowledge of Tolerance Stack up (ASME Y14.5)
• Any casting foundry experience will be an added advantage.

Skill Descriptors:

Engineering – MFG: Knowledge of processes, techniques, and methods of engineering in a manufacturing environment; ability to design and implement materials, structures, machines, devices, systems and processes that safely realize a desired objective or invention.
Level Basic Understanding:

• Describes where and how to obtain additional engineering information and expertise.
• Explains engineering concepts and features in a manufacturing environment.
• Cite manufacturing industry or organizational examples of usage or application of engineering.
• Identifies major initiatives, key issues, and benefits of engineering in manufacturing.

Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
Level Basic Understanding:

• Name specific tools or techniques that can be used to support the analytical thinking process.
• Describes specific software applications or products used for business analytics.
• Gives examples of how analytical thinking has been used to resolve problems.
• Helps others research and learn more about business analytics tools and applications.

Standard Operating Procedures: Knowledge of established standard operating procedures (SOP); ability to design, implement, and evaluate standard operating procedures affecting daily and strategic business operations in order to increase operational efficiency.
Level Basic Understanding:

• Compiles current research relevant to standard operating procedures.
• Explains the usage of standard operating procedures in business operations.
• Describes the main issues and considerations when using standard operating procedures.
• Identifies key features and functions of standard operating procedures.

Relocation is available for this position.
Posting Dates: April 22, 2025 – April 29, 2025
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

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