Career Area:

Engineering

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who 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.

Caterpillar Inc. seeks Engineer at its facility located at 875 W Cushing St, Tucson AZ 85745.

Quantify Caterpillar Large Mining Truck Operating Applications in the field. Utilize simulation to identify areas on large mining truck frame and structures that are most susceptible to damage based on expected operation. Develop a means to capture high frequency strain data in areas of suspected damage. Design a data recording system to integrate high frequency strain gauge data with high frequency data recorded from Machine Embedded Control Modules, and stream all collected data back to Caterpillar servers. Travel to customer mine sites across the world to install the Data Recording System to quantify Machine Operating Conditions and Applications. Analyze Machine Data to predict life of various structures, based on Machine operation and Application. Quantify the severity of applications that Large Mining Trucks operate in, and feed this data back to design teams, so that the expected operation of machines can be properly reflected in simulation.

REQS: This position requires a Master’s, degree, or foreign equivalent, in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field and Five (5) years of experience as a Mechanical Engineer, Durability Engineer, or related occupation. Additionally, the applicant must have employment experience with: (1) Large mining trucks, their operation, and their applications; (2) Structural design and damage quantification; and (3) Simulation and Virtual Product Development. Telecommuting: 2 days/week. 30% travel required to both international and domestic sites required.

Summary Pay Range:  

$130,749.00 - $143,520.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience.  Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.  

BENEFITS:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.  

Medical, dental, and vision benefits* Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)* 401(k) savings plans* Health Savings Account (HSA)* Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*Health Lifestyle Programs*Employee Assistance Program*Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*Career Development*Incentive bonus*Disability benefitsLife InsuranceParental leaveAdoption benefitsTuition Reimbursement

                      * These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Applicants who are interested in this position should apply via www.caterpillar.com/careers, search [Engineer / R0000311544] # LI-DNI

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Posting Dates:

June 25, 2025 - October 26, 2025

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.   

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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