TMP Tech & NPI Entry Level Engineering Rotation - MS/PHD
Listed on 2026-09-25
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Engineering
Mechanical Engineer, Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics
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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.
The Turbo machinery Technology and New Product Introduction (NPI) team is seeking passionate, entry level engineers with advanced degrees (Master’s or PhD) specializing in gas turbine aerodynamics, heat transfer, performance, combustion, additive manufacturing technology, or mechanical/aerospace engineering bachelor’s degree with a data science Master/PhD to join our team. Please see job responsibility details for all these different roles below.
To establish a strong foundation, the successful candidate will be a part of an Engineering Rotation program that is a purpose-driven initiative designed to accelerate your development and lay a strong foundation for long-term success. Through immersive, hands-on rotations, you'll gain skills, experience, and networks to become one of the next generation’s most capable and innovative engineers.
During the selection process, candidates are matched with a core functional department that aligns with their strengths and career aspirations. The program consists of two (2) to three (3) rotations, each lasting 16-20 weeks, within departments that complement the candidate’s long-term placement. These rotations strengthen enterprise understanding, broaden product knowledge, and support a seamless transition into their engineering career.
Minimum Qualifications:- In the process of obtaining or have obtained a minimum of a Master’s degree in an accredited engineering program such as Mechanical, Aerospace, Chemistry, Materials etc
- Overall GPA of 2.8 on a 4.0 scale.
- Applied knowledge of engineering fundamentals.
- Experience with problem-solving tasks.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Must be able and willing to relocate to San Diego, CA and be in office full time.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience (Course work or internship) in turbo machinery concepts
- High energy level and sense of urgency.
- Demonstrated success in weighing business and technical decisions.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities for a variety of tasks.
- Previous co-op or Internship experience.
- Problem solving skills.
- Application of Gas Turbine Aerodynamic Principals
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Leverage conceptual, preliminary and detailed aerodynamic tools to design and analyze turbine and compressor flowpath components, including airfoils, ducts, diffusers and collectors. - Multidisciplinary Design and Integration
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Work closely with other disciplines to ensure that aerodynamic designs meet program requirements for manufacturability, cost, durability and performance. - Simulation and Methods Development
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Contribute to the development and maintenance of 1D, 2D, and 3D design and analysis tools that enable aerodynamic and multidisciplinary gas turbine design. Utilize state-of-the-art Computation Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations to optimize and design turbine hardware.
- Concept and Advanced Thermodynamic Cycle Studies
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Conduct studies to develop and calibrate performance predictions for new or upgraded engines and oversee performance during development. - Production Tests and Product Support
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Support production tests and product support efforts using performance predictions and data analysis…
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