Design Engineer

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.

About SPM Oil & Gas

SPM Oil & Gas, a Caterpillar company, provides superior products and service solutions to make our customers more efficient and lower total cost of ownership. Globally, we deliver engineered oilfield and drilling equipment repair and certification, mechanical and rotating equipment repairs and upgrades, rapid prototyping of spare parts, robust asset management, operation and maintenance and field engineering services. We offer a wide range of career opportunities across a variety of technical and business roles in engineering and service locations worldwide. Join our team and help build engineering solutions that change the industry.

About the Role:

The Design Engineer designs, develops, builds, and implements new products, components, or technologies.

Additional Information:

• Travel: up to 10%
• This role is based out of Fort Worth, TX
• This position requires working onsite five days a week

What You Will Do:

• Research new materials, processes, and competitive products; apply findings to concept development and design trade studies
• Organize, coordinate, and execute prototype builds, testing, and analysis; document results and recommend design improvements
• Develop and document functional requirements; translate requirements into detailed design documentation (e.g., drawings, specifications, and design reports)
• Create and update CAD models, drawings, and related engineering documentation; ensure configuration accuracy and revision control
• Support buy/build analyses for product components, including technical input to sourcing decisions
• Assist supply specialists and buyers with supplier development and supplier performance by providing technical guidance, clarifying requirements, and supporting issue resolution
• Participate in proposal preparation, cost estimates, and technical reports as needed
• Provide technical support to drafting and testing specialists; coordinate activities to meet schedule, quality, and documentation expectations

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, Materials Science or equivalent from an accredited program
• Two or more years of practical experience in an engineering or STEM related field outside of academia
• Working knowledge of computer-aided design and engineering tools used to create and modify 2D/3D models, drawings, and specifications
• Ability to plan and support product/prototype testing and interpret results to improve design performance and reliability

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting supplier development and performance (e.g., technical reviews, capability assessments, issue resolution)
• Experience with product design in a manufacturing environment, including design-for-manufacturability considerations
• Experience building and testing prototypes and contributing to structured test plans and documentation
• Familiarity with 3D modeling software, specifically SolidWorks
• Mechanical and electrical design aptitude including sensors and software

What Will You Have:

• Analytical Thinking: Identifies root causes, evaluates options, and uses tools (e.g., flow charts, Pareto, fishbone) to reveal meaningful data patterns
• Technical Excellence: Applies technical standards and procedures to deliver high-quality products, technologies, and services; supports others in resolving technical issues
• Computer-Aided Design & Engineering: Produces, analyzes, and updates design drafts, schematics, and 2D/3D views to support development and release
• Product Design & Development: Contributes from concept through production, including testing and refinement of new product designs.
• Communication: Shares information clearly, adapts message to audience, and incorporates feedback to improve outcomes
• Managing Multiple Priorities: Adjusts to changing demands while maintaining productivity across concurrent assignments

Summary Pay Range:

$89,210.00 - $133,810.00

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 benefits

• Life Insurance

• Parental leave

• Adoption benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

• These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Posting Dates:

April 8, 2026 - April 16, 2026

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. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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