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Customer Services Package Refurbishment and Upgrades (PRU) Engineering provides engineered solutions in support of the execution of the aftermarket business. The Mechanical Design Engineer (MDE) is responsible for the design of turbine and driven-equipment mechanical system retrofits and upgrades. The incumbent will work as part of a project team led by Customer Services Project Management to execute orders ranging from minor package system upgrades to complete refurbishment of entire packages.
This position collaborates with engineering, fabrication, assembly operations, logistics, and field installation personnel to ensure that project designs are of high quality, safe, and cost-effective. The role often requires independently gathering and analyzing relevant data, identifying project issues, and defining them in engineering terms with minimal technical direction. Facilitating design reviews with peers and team members is also an important aspect of this position.
The successful candidate must be thorough, organized, detail-oriented, and able to communicate concepts and ideas concisely. They must possess the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet demanding deadlines and project schedule commitments. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required to keep project team members informed of project-related issues and challenges. Strong interpersonal skills, sound judgment, and a collaborative mindset are essential.
Kč614,304.00
Please note that salary is only one component of the total compensation and benefit package available at Caterpillar.
This position requires working onsite five days a week.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
September 4, 2026 - October 4, 2026
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
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