Job Description :

As a Hydraulic System Design Engineer, you will be responsible for Current Product Improvement (CPI) of hydraulic system solutions for Building Construction Products (Backhoe loader, Small Wheel Loader, Skid Steer Loader, Compact Wheel Loader, Mini hydraulic excavator, Small Track-Type Tractor) to meet quality and reliability requirements. You will be involved in solving technical problems while growing your analytical skills and mastery of engineering concepts. Hydraulic System Design Engineer will partner with global teams and SMEs to provide a hydraulic system solution. You will continually learn and stay abreast of technological advancements. You will also continue to grow your professional network.

Responsibilities :

• Leading the development of a new hydraulic system or revisions to existing products in order to improve the reliability of components.
• Address field failures, Warranty claims, factory issues, Cost reduction project requires evaluation/redesign of components.
• Analyze field failure components using 6 Sigma Methodology to provide ICA & PCA.
• Interface with the dealer to get the necessary data for field failure parts.
• Maintain product health by resolving CPI problems, will interface with a global and regional supplier.
• Perform and document hydraulic design calculations, including simulations and advanced analysis for new designs and design revisions. Lead product design reviews and follow through on recommended changes.
• Communicate design decisions to stakeholders, suppliers, and team members.
• Perform hydraulic system performance data analysis using outputs of analytical tools and test data.
• Perform process validation at the supplier end.
• Responsible for component drawing release and maintenance, creating and managing Component BOM.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in an accredited Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Automobile Engineering.
• Relevant Work Experience: 9 – 14 Years.
• Experience in Hydraulic systems and/or components, preferably in mobile hydraulics.
• Strong analytical skills & communication skills.
• Knowledge in a hydraulic system simulation tool.
• Active participation in a technical society (SAE, IEEE, etc.).
• Experience in publishing technical documents in the forums.
• The incumbent should possess a working knowledge of Creo.
• Requires adequate knowledge of general engineering practices and Teamcenter engineering enterprise.
• Experience in a hydraulic system and component level testing.
• Thorough technical knowledge of the hydraulic system the incumbent is managing, which includes system design, test, and evaluation, monitoring the manufacturing methods and processes.

About us :

Since 1925, Caterpillar Inc. has been helping our customers build a better world – making sustainable progress possible and driving positive change on every continent.

With 2019 sales and revenues of $53.8 billion, Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives. Services offered throughout the product life cycle, cutting-edge technology, and decades of product expertise set Caterpillar apart, providing exceptional value to help our customers succeed. The company principally operates through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries, and Energy & Transportation – and provides financing and related services through its Financial Products segment.