Mechanical Engineer 3

• Openings: 2

The main function of a mechanical engineer is to research and investigate the design, functionality and maintenance of mechanical products, equipment, systems and processes.

A typical mechanical engineer has the ability to make engineering drawings, and read and interpret blueprints.

• Research, design, develop, manufacture, and test tools, engines, machines and other mechanical devices.
• Research and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, manuals to determine time and cost feasibility to complete projects.
• Investigate equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation and make recommendation to maintenance crew.
• Assist drafters in developing the structural design of products using tools, equipment or software.

• Creativity, verbal and written communication skills, analytical and problem solving ability.
• Team player and detail oriented.
• Ability to make sketches, engineering drawings and common computations.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawing, schematics and computer-generated reports.
• Previous experience with computer applications and software related to engineering field, such as Computer Aided Design (CAD).

Typical task breakdown:

• Engineering releasing and change management support
• Engine design auditing
• Engineering 3D Model creation and management

Interaction with team:

• Individual engineers will direct the resource’s work. Will work closely with individual engineers.

Work environment:

• Office environment

• 5-7 years of experience in the field
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred)

• Caterpillar Engineering Tools (Teamcenter, Lifecycle management, and CAT Engineering Data System)
• Experience with diesel engines

• Understanding of New Product Introduction (NPI) Process
• Understanding of Continuous Product Improvement (CPI) Process

• Ability to prioritize and balance workload
• Ability to articulate and summarize engineering
• Communicate effectively (verbal and written)