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.

Design Engineer – Off-Highway Trucks

Location: Decatur, IL

Relocation Assistance: Offered

Visa Sponsorship: Not offered

Travel: Up to 15%

Work Arrangement: On-site

Job Summary

Join Caterpillar’s Off-Highway Truck product team and help shape the future of heavy equipment design. As a Design Engineer, you will play a critical role in developing innovative solutions that enhance performance, durability, and sustainability for our global customers. This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge engineering projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to the design of world-class products that move the world’s resources. Located in Decatur, IL, this role provides the chance to work in a dynamic environment where your ideas make an impact. If you are passionate about engineering excellence and want to be part of a team building a better world, Caterpillar is the place for you.

What You Will Do (Key Responsibilities)

• Design and develop components and systems for Off-Highway Trucks, ensuring compliance with performance, safety, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, and product support teams to optimize designs for cost, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Utilize advanced CAD tools and engineering analysis to create innovative solutions for heavy equipment applications.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct design reviews, validate prototypes, and resolve technical issues throughout the product lifecycle.
• Ensure adherence to Caterpillar’s engineering processes and regulatory requirements.

What You Have (Required Skills)

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• Experience in product design or engineering within heavy equipment or automotive industries.
• Proficiency in CAD software (Creo, CATIA, Teamcenter, or similar).
• Strong understanding of structural design, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Off-Highway Truck systems and/or engine installation systems.
• Knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and other simulation tools.
• Familiarity with Caterpillar’s engineering standards and NPI processes.
• Ability to support multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Summary Pay Range:

$95,640.00 - $143,520.00

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:

December 12, 2025 - January 11, 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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