$97,530–$146,290 Per Year
Agriculture, Analysis Skills, Career Development, Caterpillar Equipment, Communication Skills, Corrective Action, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Electrical Design, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Establish Priorities, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Identify Issues, Maintenance - Electrical, Materials Engineering, Multitasking, Oscilloscope, Problem Solving Skills, Product/Service Launch, Prototyping, Root Cause Analysis, Schematics, Six Sigma, Supply Chain, Sustainability, Technical Recruiting, Technical/Engineering Design, Testing, Willing to Travel
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 EMD division is hiring for Design Engineer in Brooklyn Park, MN or Peoria, IL!
Role Summary: In this role, you will apply and continue to develop electrical systems knowledge to deliver solutions that support our customers. You will grow your technical capabilities through hands-on work, collaboration, and exposure to new technologies, expanding your impact as customer needs evolve over time.
What You'll Do (Job Duties)
- Directly support both factories and current customers with electrical troubleshooting inquiries working under the direction of electrical system leads.
- Collaborate with suppliers and component subject matter experts to resolve electrical system concerns and supply chain sustainability issues.
- Support electrical system design concepts and prototype activities for new product introduction under the direction of electrical system leads.
- Lead small scale cross functional projects supporting key customer needs.
- Contribute to the expansion, maintenance, and operational use of the electrical hardware and harness room.
What You Have (Core Skills)
- Analytical Thinking: 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: 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: 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: Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.
Top Candidates Will Also Have
- Accredited Degree in electrical or related computer mechanical, agricultural, or materials engineering
- Troubleshooting electrical systems including but not limited to the use of multimeters, oscilloscopes and other tools.
- Experience with electrical design processes such as HIL testing, electrical schematic interpretation / generation, and electrical magnetic compatibility testing.
- Familiarity with FMEA, Six Sigma, and Fishbone analysis to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
Additional Details
- Work location: Primary (Brooklyn Park, MN ) , Secondary ( Peoria IL)
- Domestic relocation assistance IS NOT available for this role
- Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this role.
- Travel: <10%
- 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.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Posting Dates:
May 4, 2026 - May 18, 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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