Associate CAD Design Engineer – Electric Power

About EPD

Caterpillar's Electric Power Division (EPD) offers integrated solutions, parts, and services to meet the needs of our commercial and industrial electric power customers. EPD supports a wide range of applications worldwide, including backup power to hospitals, emergency power during natural disasters, and critical infrastructure for data centers and municipalities. With a rich history of more than 95 years in the electric power business, EPD brings world‑class expertise and a proven ability to adapt to changing demands, committed to providing sustainable and reliable solutions.

As part of Caterpillar’s fastest‑growing Electric Power Division, this role supports the design and delivery of high‑volume power solutions for customers across essential industries. You’ll work closely with engineering and production teams, creating electrical drawings and documentation that directly support manufacturing and customer needs. This position offers hands‑on experience with a clear runway to grow into deeper power systems and controls work.

• Interpret customer specifications, schematics, and drawings, ensuring designs comply with applicable codes and standards such as NEC, UL (508, 891, 1558, MV), CSA 22.2, and ANSI requirements.
• Create detailed electrical wiring, panel, and layout drawings using AutoCAD Electrical.
• Develop and maintain bills of materials (BOMs) within the CAD system and coordinate release to the ERP system.
• Provide technical direction and documentation to support purchasing and procurement activities.
• Support production teams during equipment manufacturing by addressing design questions and resolving drawing issues.
• Apply working knowledge of PLC‑based generator control systems, including interfacing with various communication protocols.
• Research new materials, components, and competitive products to support design improvements and product evolution.
• Assist with prototype builds, testing, and analysis to validate designs and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Collaborate with supply specialists and buyers to support supplier development and performance initiatives.
• Develop and document functional requirements and translate them into detailed design documentation.
• Support proposal development, cost estimates, and technical documentation as needed.

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Materials Science, or a related field preferred. Candidates with significant practical, hands‑on experience in electrical design or controls may be considered without a degree.

• Experience using AutoCAD Electrical or other intelligent electrical CAD software for control panel and power distribution design.
• Working knowledge of UL 508A control panel design standards and utility power distribution systems.
• Familiarity with power systems, generator controls, or electrical control components used in industrial applications.

This position requires the candidate to work a 5‑day‑a‑week schedule in the office.

Relocation is NOT available for this position.

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

Pay Range: $72,360.00 – $. 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.

• 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

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

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.