Develop and document functional requirements and translate them into detail design documents
Oversee the efforts of drafting teams to create any manufacturing drawings related to your designs
Perform needed analysis activities to aid in development and refinement of designs.
Communicate technical information to team members, other Caterpillar engineering teams, and suppliers.
What You Have (Core Skills)
Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
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.
Technical Excellence: Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.
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.
3D Software: Knowledge of the types, features and tools of 3D software; ability to use, implement, test and upgrade the software package in the process of 3D models production.
Top Candidates Will Also Have
Proficiency in application of PTC Creo or other parametric 3D modeling and/or simulation tools.
Experience with manufacturing and/or fabrication.
Experience maintaining or operating heavy equipment.
Additional Details
Work location: Rapid City, SD – Caterpillar Engineering Design Center.
Domestic relocation assistance IS NOT available for this role.
Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this role.
This position requires 5 days per week in the office (M-F).
Summary Pay Range
$81,370.00 - $122,060.00
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
Posting Dates
October 29, 2026 - November 12, 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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