Senior Principal Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

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.

Responsibilities:

• This position is intended as an experienced engineering position expecting a minimum of 8 years industry experience.
• Primary role is to fulfill the mechanical engineering needs for Oil & Gas facilities engineering in the support of sales and execution for Solar Turbines products.
• Provides design/analytical mechanical engineering for projects and proposals to assure that design and equipment meets customer specifications and industry codes and standards.
• Will handle drawing specification, creation and modification, P& and review and equipment specification (vessels, shell & tube, fin fan coolers, valves, piping, electric heaters, etc).
• Will provide mentorship to junior engineers.
• Travels to fabrication sites, installation sites, and customer facilities as needed to support project requirements.
• Position requires flexibility with personal schedule to meet deadlines and support occasional business travel.
• Ability to work in the United States and able to travel internationally. Prefer he/she has a current US passport.

Degree requirement:

Minimum of Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering.

What you need to have:

Technical Excellence:

• Applicant's background should include familiarity with API, ASME, ANSI, and other codes and standards as applied to mechanical balance of plant equipment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in problem solving and troubleshooting.
• Experience in pipe stress analysis is a plus.
• Experience in using HYSYS is a plus.
• 6-Sigma background is a plus.

Effective Communications:

• Effective communication skills, both written and oral, in the English language.

Managing Multiple Priorities:

• Sense of urgency and good organizational skills are required to work with multiple projects and competing priorities.

About Caterpillar

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. For nearly 100 years, we've been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Summary Pay Range:

$ - $

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:

• 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