Design Engineer Jobs in Lafayette, IN (NOW HIRING)

Career Area:
Engineering
Job Description:
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About LPSD
The Large Power Systems Division (LPSD) is part of Caterpillar's Power & Energy segment. Through this global organization, Caterpillar designs and manufactures large (greater than 18 liters) diesel and natural gas engines, powertrains and key engine systems. LPSD products and solutions support customers across power generation, industrial, marine, oil & gas, rail, services and Cat® machine applications worldwide.
LPSD teams work across regions and functions to deliver safe, reliable and compliant solutions that help solve our customers' toughest challenges
Job Summary
This key Design Engineer role is in the Large Power Systems Division Core Packaging group. As a Design Engineer, you will be involved in concepting and designing of mechanical systems which meets performance, quality and cost targets while delivering on time. This position will be accountable for managing team workload as well as lead project initiatives and demonstrate product development excellence.
What you will Do

• Resolves complex design issues
• Key point of contact for shop support and issue resolution
• Collaborate with suppliers for design, process, cost and deviation evaluation
• Lead component and supplier strategy initiatives
• Lead robust product development excellence initiatives
• Support product validation
• Responsible for delivering robust and validated design on time to meet deliverables
• Ability to communicate technical information in a succinct and accurate manner

Degree Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant field
• Relevant experience of ~6 years with bachelor's degree or higher

What you will have
Analytical Thinking: Extensive 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.
Effective Communications: Working knowledge and understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
Managing Multiple Priorities: Working knowledge of effective self-management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation.
Technical Excellence: Working knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.
Computer-Aided Design & Engineering: Extensive experience and knowledge of tools and techniques of specialized graphics programs; ability to produce, analyze, simulate and test product design drafts.
Product Design - MFG: Extensive knowledge of processes, approaches, tools and techniques of product design; ability to convert customer and market requirements into product design.
Product Design and Development: Working knowledge of product features; ability to design, build, and develop a new product, technology, or service from concept through to production.
What will put you ahead

• Master's degree in an Engineering or relevant field
• Fabrication design experience
• System integration
• Factory support experience
• Experience with Creo or other modeling tools
• Knowledge of and experience in APQP, NPI, CPI and NTI processes is a plus
• Supplier/component strategy experience

Additional Information:
• Location of this position is in Lafayette, IN.
• Relocation assistance is available for this position
• Sponsorship is NOT available for this position
• Travel up to 20% is possible
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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 12, 2026 - August 28, 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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