Senior Performance/ Simulation /Application Engineer

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.

Caterpillar Inc. seeks Senior Performance/ Simulation /Application Engineer at its facility located at 2427 E Engine Drive, Chillicothe, IL 61523. Utilize analytical techniques (1-D and 3-D simulation tools) to provide simulation support for electrification projects across various Caterpillar platforms as well as cooling performance simulation for diesel-powered applications. Conduct 1-D system simulation for upfront system sizing and component selection for cooling systems as well as performing high-end Computation Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulation for virtual design and validation. Provide analysis and simulation to develop and deploy technologies for battery / fuel cell thermal management. Collaborate with product development teams to deliver validated design solutions to our challenging program deliverables and timelines simultaneously, collaborate with design, system, and validation partners. Conduct application-specific cooling system analysis projects, develop cooling system layouts, component selection, sizing and optimizing the cooling air and water systems using 1-D simulation tools. Collaborate with design partners to meet technical and regulatory requirements, conduct component CFD to determine performance characteristics, develop CFD models to understand airflow through cooling packages, develop underhood thermal CFD models to predict component temperatures, collaborate with test engineers and correlate analysis models, perform analysis to assist in resolving cooling-related field problems, contribute to improvements in simulation methods and processes, help establish technical requirements and specifications for new products. REQS: This position requires a bachelor’s degree, or foreign equivalent, in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or related field. Plus 5 years of engineering experience with Performance analysis of systems or components for on and off highway machines and vehicles, gas and diesel engines, or gas and diesel power systems or related occupation. In the alternative the employer will also accept a master’s degree, or foreign equivalent, in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or related field. Plus 2 years of engineering experience with Performance analysis of systems or components for on and off highway machines and vehicles, gas and diesel engines, or gas and diesel power systems or related occupation. Additionally, the applicant must have employment experience with: (1) 1-year concurrent experience in 1D system simulation or CFD of machines and/or engine power systems for diesel or gas engines; (2) Simulation result presentations and reports; (3) GT-Suite, AMESim, or other system modeling software; (4) Fluent, Star-CCM+, Simerics, OpenFOAM or other CFD software; (5) Hypermesh, ANSA, or other mesh generation software; and (6) Ensight, ParaView, or other similar post-processing software. Telecommuting: 2 days/week.

Summary Pay Range:  

$133,266.00 - $165,840.00

Compensation and benefits 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

Applicants who are interested in this position should apply via www.caterpillar.com/careers, search [Senior Performance/ Simulation /Application Engineer #R0000301410]. #LI-DNI

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Posting Dates:

April 18, 2025 - August 17, 2025

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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