Sr. Assoc. 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. Sr. Associate Engineer – Engine Performance & Simulation As a senior associate engineer in the Power System & Controls Development team within LPSD, you will serve as An individual contributor on complex projects and assignments for the end-to-end design and development of large gas / dual fuel / diesel engines. This will involve utilizing thermodynamic cycle simulation and other engineering analysis tools to efficiently communicate results to team members and making program decisions. You will also perform engine test data analysis, results review and documentation, project management planning and updates. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Automobile/Aerospace Engineering from accredited Indian or Global Engineering schools Overall experience of 3 to 7 years in Engine performance, simulation and controls development 3+ years of experience developing engine systems for diesel / gas / dual fuel engines. Executing engine performance and simulation work using 1D combustion/thermodynamic tools Extensive experience in GT-Power/Dynasty, MATLAB/Simulink, Vector CANape, and their application in gas/diesel/dual fuel engine development. Requires strong technical leadership skills who can communicate technical information effectively with team members and others in the work group, as well as employees in other units, customers and suppliers 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. Flexible to travel globally which is of 10% of the work Top Candidates Will Also Have: PhD/Masters degree in an accredited Indian or Global Engineering schools Proficiency with engine controls development Basic proficiency in German language Excellent analytical skills Ability to perform complex assignments Self-starter with strong technical leadership skills Working knowledge of Python/VBA to automate tasks Enjoys working in a fast paced, technically challenging environment Additional information: This job required 5 working days from office This Job Description is intended as a general guide to the job duties for this position and is intended for the purpose of establishing the specific salary grade. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive summary of all responsibilities, duties and effort required of employees assigned to this job. At the discretion of management, this description may be changed at any time to address the evolving needs of the organization. It is expressly not intended to be a comprehensive list of “essential job functions” as that term is defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act." This position requires working onsite five days a week. Relocation is available for this position. Posting Dates: July 8, 2026 - July 22, 2026 Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community. There’s more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar. Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee’s contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we’ve built.