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$98k–$146k/yr
Full-time
bachelor degree
Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid time off, 401(k) savings plans, Health Savings Account
Posted 1d ago
Apply by Aug 22
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Design and develop hydraulic systems for mini-excavators, including creating schematics and performing engineering analyses. Coordinate prototype builds, laboratory testing, and validation activities to ensure system performance and reliability.
Requirements
Requires a bachelor's degree in an engineering curriculum and experience in designing or validating hydraulic systems for off-highway equipment. Candidates must possess strong analytical skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Full job description
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’s BCP division is hiring a Design Engineer in Clayton, NC!
Role Summary: Caterpillar Building Construction Products Division, located in Clayton, North Carolina, is the design headquarters for MHE (Mini-Hydraulic Excavator) machines. The MHE Hydraulics System Team is seeking a motivated person to fill the role of a DesignEngineer. The mission of the Team is to deliver industry-leading hydraulic systems for Mini Hydraulic Excavators through design, development, validation, optimization, and product support activities.
As a Design Engineer in the MHE Hydraulic System Team, you will take ownership of increasingly complex engineering challenges, contribute to key hydraulic system development activities, and continue building your technical expertise in mobile hydraulics and machine performance. You will partner with and provide technical guidance to global teams. You will continually learn and stay abreast of innovative technology. You will help shape machine performance attributes such as controllability, productivity, efficiency, and operator experience.
What You’ll Do (Job Duties)
Design and develop hydraulic systems and component solutions for mini-excavator applications, translating functional requirements into detailed engineering designs and documentation.
Create hydraulic schematics, perform engineering analyses, and support system performance optimization related to productivity, efficiency, reliability, and cost.
Plan, coordinate, and execute prototype builds, laboratory testing, and machine validation activities; analyze results and recommend design improvements.
Develop test plans and validation procedures to verify hydraulic system performance, durability, quality, and compliance with product requirements.
Investigate and resolve hydraulic system issues encountered during product development, manufacturing, and field operation using structured problem-solving methodologies.
Collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to support component development, design reviews, supplier performance improvement, and cost-reduction initiatives.
Research emerging technologies, competitive products, and innovative engineering solutions to improve machine performance and enhance future product offerings.
Promote a culture of quality and continuous improvement while effectively managing priorities and completing engineering assignments on schedule.
What You Have (Core Skills)
Analytical Thinking: Ability to diagnose hydraulic system performance issues, evaluate test data, identify root causes, and develop effective engineering solutions.
Effective Communications: Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts, design decisions, and test results while collaborating with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and manufacturing partners.
Managing Multiple Priorities: Ability to balance design, testing, validation, and issue-resolution activities across multiple projects while meeting commitments and deadlines.
Technical Excellence: Ability to apply hydraulic engineering knowledge to develop reliable, cost-effective solutions that meet machine performance and quality objectives.
Computer-Aided Design & Engineering: Ability to use CAD and engineering tools to create, analyze, and maintain hydraulic system designs, schematics, and product documentation.
Product Design and Development: Ability to support the development of hydraulic systems from concept and design through validation, production, and continuous product improvement.
Top Candidates Will Also Have
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in an accredited Engineering curriculum.
Experience designing, analyzing, or validating hydraulic or other complex systems for construction, agricultural, mining, or other off-highway equipment applications.
Experience planning and executing laboratory, bench, or machine-level testing, including data collection, analysis, and reporting.
Experience collaborating with suppliers and cross-functional teams on component development, issue resolution, or quality improvement initiatives.
Additional Details
Work location: Clayton Machine Design Center (CMDC)
Domestic relocation assistance IS available for this role
Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this role.
Travel: Upto 10% domestic and international
This position requires 5 days per week in the office (M-F)
Summary Pay Range:
$97,530.00 - $146,290.00
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
This position requires working onsite five days a week.
Relocation is available for this position.Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Posting Dates:
August 7, 2026 - August 21, 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.
For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
With 2024 sales and revenues of $64.8 billion, Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives.
Caterpillar does business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries and Energy & Transportation – and provides financing and related services through our Financial Products segment.
Offices: Irving, Texas, US
manufacture of construction and mining equipmentdiesel and natural gas enginesand worldwide dealer networkConstructionMachinery ManufacturingHealth CareSoftwareMechanical EngineeringArtWellness
For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
With 2024 sales and revenues of $64.8 billion, Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives.
Caterpillar does business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries and Energy & Transportation – and provides financing and related services through our Financial Products segment.
Offices: Irving, Texas, US
manufacture of construction and mining equipmentdiesel and natural gas enginesand worldwide dealer networkConstructionMachinery ManufacturingHealth CareSoftwareMechanical EngineeringArtWellness