Career Area:

Engineering

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.

About the Role

The Engineering Rotational Development Program (ERDP) is all about developing the next generation of industry leaders and technical experts. The purpose of Caterpillar’s Engineering Rotational Development Program is to harness your ability and further develop you through rotational assignments and learning opportunities so that you may not only fulfill your career goals but provide excellent service to Caterpillar and its customers.  Our Engineering Rotational Development Program enhances the experience of engineering graduates transitioning from student to full-time engineer.

What You Will Do

You’ll join a team with diverse project responsibilities and have valuable networking opportunities with all levels of Caterpillar employees. This is an entry level engineering position that begins with a 12-18-month long development rotational program focused on building technical abilities in the following area:

The Caterpillar Virtual Product Development Systems & Platforms team lives at the intersection of engineering and information technology.  One of the team’s major responsibilities is enterprise ownership of the High-Performance Computing (HPC) capability for engineering modeling and simulation.  The HPC Operations & Support Team has an opening for an engineer who will be responsible for HPC System administration of a cloud-based computing technical infrastructure.  This role is part of a globally distributed team that shares responsibility for achieving excellence in its operational metrics for performance, availability, and user support. 

Duties

• Configure, deploy, and maintain the Linux Cluster Hardware, HPC Software applications suite, associated Storage, and network infrastructure. Administration of the hosting and management systems that enables HPC.
• Provide technical support and troubleshoot end user issues related to HPC hardware and Solver applications. Evaluate problematic job performance and perform application testing.
• Work on HPC Operational and Strategic Projects.
• Ensure compliance to enterprise IT security and technology controls.
• Evaluate and implement new tools and methods for improved operations and service delivery.

What You Have – Skills and Experiences

In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute your unique skills and experiences. Below are some of the most critical skills.

• Analytical skills, initiating ideas, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, problem-solving, and critical thinking capabilities
• Knowledge of engineering principles, theory, and engineering experience gained through projects, internships, and/or relevant work experiences
• Fundamental understanding of engineering for a manufacturing environment, ability to design and implement materials, structures, machines, devices, systems and processes that safely realize a desired objective or invention
• Organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, ability to quickly gain, and effectively apply new skills & knowledge
• Success in collaborating with others of diverse cultures, interpersonal styles, and abilities
• Strong written, and verbal communication skills
• Participate in, and build on our inclusive, constructive, and productive work environment 
• Ensure all team member’s contributions are recognized and values​

Degree Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or Mechanical Engineering

Other Requirements:

• Minimum cumulative Grade Point Average of 3.0/4.0 (no rounding) at current institution
• Expected graduation date December 2023 - August 2025
• Must be willing to travel and relocate domestically
• Good Functional knowledge of Linux and working knowledge of Linux and Windows Server System Administration
• Strong Scripting capability in one or more languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell, shell/bash)
• Knowledge of TCP/IP fundamentals, Ethernet Networking and Storage

Top candidates will also have:

• Demonstrated experience with cloud-based computing resource deployment (e.g., Azure, AWS)
• Ability to write efficient, well documented code in Python
• Technology related certifications.
• Involvement with a campus design/competition teams or related experience
• Project or Team Leadership experience
• Previous technical internship/co-op or relevant experience
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Additional Information:

• Please attach your resume and an unofficial copy of your transcript to your application.
• Applicants will be considered for positions throughout the United States.
• Relocation is available.
• Sponsorship is NOT available for this position.
• This position will be in the Peoria, Illinois, area.

Employee benefit details:

• Annual incentive bonus plan*
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)
• 401k savings plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short and long-term disability coverage,
• Life Insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy Lifestyle Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (Ex. Accident,  Identity Theft Protection)

*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines.

Final details:

Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.

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Posting Dates:

August 23, 2024 - September 8, 2024

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.   

EEO/AA Employer.  All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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