Design Engineer

The main function of an electrical design engineer is to design, develop, test, and manage power electronics components for Caterpillar s Electrification + Energy Solutions Division. A typical electrical engineer has the ability to understand and interpret program requirements, design / collaborate on component design, manage APQP requirements, and read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
Job Responsibilities:
Lead electrical component design projects through the APQP process, including requirements management, design, supplier collaboration, risk definition, and validation
Understanding program goals, translating those into their owns tasks, and executing those tasks on time and with quality
Evaluate the cost effectiveness, reliability, and safety of designs.
Estimate time and cost to complete projects.
Investigate and test vendors and competitors products.
Work with machine systems application teams to establish component requirements, architecture and electrical requirements for power electronics components / systems
Support NTI & NPI programs: communication with NTI/NPI leads; prepare and present design and gateway reviews
Play an active role in supplier evaluation, selection and development
Support electrical commissioning and testing on purchased components
Document and resolve field issues
Procurement, inventory management, and shipment of components
Skills:
Creativity, verbal and written communication skills, analytical and problem solving ability.
Team player and detail oriented.
Strong collaboration skills
Self-starter
Ability to apply principles of electrical theory to engineering projects.
Education/Experience:
Bachelor's degree (minimum) in electrical engineering required.
0-4 years product development experience required
2-6 years product development experience desired
Electrical systems experience desired

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