Electrical System Design Engineer

Career Area:

Engineering

Job Description:

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Job Description :

Role Definition:
Assists in the design, analysis, development, and testing of Electrical & Electronics components used in construction machinery. This position is responsible to provide “end to end” technical service and expertise for the concept, design, detailing, development and validation of the machine electrical & electronics systems & harnesses, which mainly include electrical system schematics, machine cab and chassis harnesses for products, such as wheel loaders, Backhoe loader, track-type tractors, hydraulic excavators, paving products and other Caterpillar products and also responsible to provide support the NPI, CPI and maintenance activities on past, current and future Caterpillar products.
Responsibilities
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Develop electrical system & subsystem concepts, block diagrams, and have design review with team to finalize the system design, and subsystem & components selection.
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Generate concepts/designs to meet technical and manufacturability objectives.
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Support in identifying risk using DFMEAs.
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Verify/validate risk in the design through FEA verification techniques.
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Present Design Review Packs and presentation at the Design Review
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Use of virtual risk mitigation techniques (e.g. Stack-tolerance analysis, Hand calculations, component & sub-system simulation)
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Use SME review and best practice guides to mitigate risk in potential designs.
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Purchase team collaboration to identify potential suppliers.
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Conduct Concurrent Process and Product Development (CPPD) (CPPD) activities with internal and external partners, deliver the whole cab and chassis electrical system schematics, and release schematics and harnesses drawings to Caterpillar engineering system with excellent drawing quality.
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Analysing component cost quoted against the Should Cost tool.
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Collaboration with internal customers, such as Manufacturing Engineering, Receiving and line quality, and the operations team, is essential for safety and ease of assembly. Regular communication and coordination with these teams.
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Support for New Product introduction & Continuous Product Improvement projects to guarantee that the end customer experiences the expected levels of component reliability and durability.
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Support field validation to make sure deliverables meet customer / Technical requirements.
Caterpillar: Confidential Green

Skill Descriptors
Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
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Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue and determining its significance.
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Makes a systematic comparison of two or more alternative solutions.
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Uses flow charts, Pareto charts, fish diagrams, etc., to disclose meaningful data patterns.
Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyse situations.
Level Working Knowledge:
Applies an assigned technique for critical thinking in a decision-making process.
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Identifies, obtains, and organises relevant data and ideas.
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Participates in documenting data, ideas, and processes.
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Recognises, clarifies, and prioritises concerns.
Assists in assessing risks and benefits and considering alternatives.
Effective Communications:
Understanding effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; effectively transmitting, receiving, and accurately interpreting ideas, information, and needs by applying appropriate communication behaviours.
Level Extensive Experience:
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Adapts documents and presentations for the intended audience.
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Communicates well downward, upward, and outward.
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Maintains focus on the topic at hand.
Technical Excellence:
Knowledge of a given technology in harness manufacturing; ability to develop and provide solutions.
Level Working Knowledge:
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Identifies effective technical solutions to routine functional challenges via sound technical competence.
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Effectively performs technical job aspects, continuously builds knowledge, and keeps up-to-date on technical and procedural job components.
Caterpillar: Confidential Green
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Applies current procedures and technologies to help resolve technical issues in one's general area of technical competence.
Project Management:
Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organise, monitor, and control projects.
Level Working Knowledge:
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Provides input for Gantt or PERT charts or their equivalent to track project progress and status.
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Under guidance, plans and estimates simple projects.
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Assists in detailed project plans, including cost, schedule, and resource requirements.
Manufacturing Standards, Procedures and Policies:
Knowledge of organisational standards, procedures and policies in manufacturing activities; ability to plan, guide, and monitor manufacturing processes for compliance.
Level Basic Understanding:
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Describes and follows all policies, standards and procedures.
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Obtains documentation and information on standards and their usage.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's / Master's degree (or equivalent) in an accredited Engineering – Electrical & Electronics Engineering.
Experience:
Preferred 8 years of relevant experience can be negotiated based on the skill level.

Relocation is available for this position.

Posting Dates:

November 22, 2024 - November 28, 2024

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

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