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About this Senior Engineer – Mechanical Design - Genset role at Caterpillar

Caterpillar · Onsite · Bangalore, Karnataka

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.

As a Senior Design Engineer within Product Development Engineering team (Retail & Rental Gensets) of Caterpillar, you will serve as,

  • An experienced Design lead on complex projects and assignments for end-to-end design and development of Diesel and Gas generator sets.
  • This will involve Genset system design comprising generator layout assemblies from Concept selection to designing sub systems/components like Base frame, Enclosure, Control panel, Breaker panel, Air Intake, Exhaust, Fuel & Cooling systems for Structural, Noise and Thermal requirements.
  • You will also perform Design calculations, detailed design, Validation using CAE tools, review of drawings and assisting facility on proto builds.
  • Developing and documenting functional requirements and translating into detailed design documents by collaborating with SMEs, Project Leads, Electrical and Mechanical engineers.
  • Completes current work according to assigned priorities on time.

 Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Mechanical/Automobile/Aerospace Engineering from accredited Indian or Global Engineering schools
  • Minimum experience of 10 years in structural design from concept till manufacturing.
  •      3+ years of experience working on sheet metal design and handling large assemblies.
  •       Experience in interpreting weld drawings,
  •       Experience in handling supplier queries from manufacturing and assembly.
  •       Good understanding of structural ,thermal & Airflow calculations and material selection.
  •       Experience in routing of hoses and selection of sockets, fuel gauge etc.
  • Must have demonstrated excellent analytical skills and have an extensive understanding of complex engineering concepts and applications
  • Perform needs analysis and initiate ideas, create/evaluate new processes and perform complex analysis work, identify and solve challenging problems
  • Create and deliver technical reports.
  • Create new CAD models and drawings for systems, sub-systems, assemblies, and components using Creo.
  •      Flexible to travel globally which is of 10% of the work
  • Mentor and develop other engineers in the team

Top Candidates Will Also Have:

  • Working knowledge on Cooling system modelling, design and development – Architecture  
  • Proficiency with generator design & development including Testing.
  • Strong knowledge of various manufacturing processes, DFMEA and PFMEA concepts.
  • Ability to perform complex assignments.
  • Self-starter with strong technical leadership skills.
  • Enjoys working in a fast paced, technically challenging environment.
  • Basic proficiency in Mandarin language.

Additional information: This job required 5days working from office.

 

Posting Dates:

November 6, 2026 - November 19, 2026

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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