Part Time Intern - Experimental Mechanic

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Part Time Intern – Experimental Mechanic

Role Description

As a Research and Experimental Mechanic at Caterpillar Inc., you will continuously improve process efficiency by performing the assembling, fitting, and adjusting and/or dismantling required in the construction or disassembly of experimental engines. Individuals will work on experimental, pre-production, post production and legacy engines that range in size from 4.0 L to 340 L.

What you will do:

• Engineering theory and design
• Work from Pro-E models, VisView models, blueprints and verbal instructions
• Assist install builds in various stages on both gaseous fuel and diesel type engines
• Fitting for cooling, air, hydraulic connections, and wiring harnesses for adaptation of the test device to the test machine
• Installing necessary test leads, thermocouples, cylinder pressure pick-up gauges, and instrumented test components as required performing the test
• Perform adjustments on valve train, gear train, fuel system, cooling system, and oil system
• Assembly of entire unit of a new design or the buildup of subassemblies
• Aid in the fabrication of intake and exhaust piping, instrumented fuel and cooling lines, and modified wiring harnesses
• Incorporating improvements and developments in present production models
• Evaluate and determine reusability of engine hardware during engine builds
• Uses various precision gauging tools to check accuracy of assembly and fitting operations.
• Plans method and sequence of assembly
• Install and remove engines from a testing cell
• Uses all common mechanic's hand tools, portable power tools, power presses, simple machines tools, and powered crane to assemble parts into complete unit, making alterations and hand fitting parts when necessary
• Makes suggestions concerning methods of overcoming difficulties encountered in assembly/disassembly and reasons for parts failure
• Initiate possible changes in design to correct failure, and any other pertinent criticisms or data gained while performing assembly/disassembly or dismantling or construction

Education and Experience Requirement

• Degree in progress or completed.

Skills You Will Have:

• Effective Communications: Basic understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
• Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Basic knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
• Initiative: Ability to be proactive and committing to action on self-identified job responsibilities and challenges; ability to seek out work and the drive to accomplish goals.
• Teamwork: Basic knowledge of the necessity and value of teamwork; experience with; ability to work cooperatively towards shared goals and being supportive of others at all levels.
• Technical Excellence: Basic knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.
• Product Engineering: Basic knowledge of various product engineering techniques; ability to master professional methods to design, build and process hardware products or components.
• Troubleshooting Technical Problems: Basic knowledge of troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, detect and resolve technical problems in a manufacturing or product development environment.

Additional Information:

• This position is located in Mossville, IL.

• Domestic relocation assistance is not available for this position.

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Summary Pay Range:

Intern Hourly Rate:

An intern's hourly rate is based on the major/degree being pursued and the number of completed academic hours achieved before the start of the internship.

Intern Benefits:

The total rewards package, beyond base salary, may include if eligible:

• Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Paid Holidays

• Paid Volunteer Day

• Housing Stipend

• Relocation Assistance

• Medical coverage

• Voluntary benefits

Posting Dates:

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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