Engineering Specialist - System Simulation

Caterpillar - Mossville, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Mossville, IL

Machinery Manufacturing

About the position

The ePowertrain Simulation Engineering Specialist at Caterpillar Inc. plays a crucial role in simulating ePowertrain system performance, collaborating with various teams to ensure accurate and effective simulation processes. This position is responsible for executing simulation requests, developing new capabilities, and documenting core processes to enhance the performance and durability of ePowertrain systems. The specialist will also communicate findings and progress to relevant teams, contributing to the overall success of ePowertrain projects.

Responsibilities

• Execute simulation requests for ePowertrain systems.
• Help develop and document core simulation processes and follow those processes.
• Develop new simulation capabilities as necessary to predict ePowertrain system performance and durability.
• Communicate with ePowertrain system, sub-system, and component teams to ensure necessary simulation models are developed.
• Provide estimates of cost and duration for completing simulation tasks for ePowertrain system, subsystem, or component design teams.
• Report progress on simulation requests.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics or related field).
• Experience developing and applying 1D physics-based simulation for batteries, electric motors, power electronics and/or mechanical drivetrain applications.
• Knowledge of simulation process improvement tools and techniques.
• Understanding of the necessity and value of accuracy in simulation tasks.
• Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective physics-based simulation analysis.
• Effective communication skills to transmit and interpret ideas and information.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience mentoring others in technical simulation competence.
• Knowledge of tools and techniques for developing and implementing new simulation processes.
• Experience in project management strategies and tactics.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and RX coverage from day one.
• 401K retirement plan.
• Potential for an annual bonus.
• Paid vacation days and paid holidays.