Mechanical Engineer - OPT/STEM OPT Job at Purple Hires Inc, Mossville, IL

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  • Purple Hires Inc
  • Mossville, IL

Job Description

Job Summary

Caterpillar is looking for a Mechanical Engineer 3 to support prototype design, fabrication, testing, and development of electrified machines and systems . This is a highly hands-on engineering role with significant shop-floor work.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support design, analysis, prototyping, manufacturing, and testing of mechanical/electrical components.
  • Work with 1 3 prototype project teams simultaneously.
  • Operate and maintain 3D printers, CNC machines, welding equipment, and fabrication tools .
  • Troubleshoot prototype equipment and systems.
  • Design and build prototype parts and assemblies.
  • Support prototype inventory, logistics, and delivery.
  • Work closely with engineering teams to develop better prototype designs and manufacturing practices.
  • Provide technical support from design through build and testing.
Required Education & Experience
  • 5+ years of relevant experience.
  • Engineering degree preferred: Mechanical, Electrical, Software/Controls, or Industrial Engineering .
  • 2-year degree may be considered with 9 years of applicable experience .
  • Master's degree candidates should have 5+ years of experience .
  • Relevant internships may count depending on experience.
Top Required Skills
  • CAD design
  • Mechanical and fabrication skills
  • CNC machinery operation and diagnostics
Additional Technical Skills
  • Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Creo / Creo Simulate .
  • Design for Manufacturing and Assembly ( DFMA ).
  • CAD/CAM experience preferred.
  • Additive manufacturing / 3D printing experience is a plus.
  • Welding experience is a plus.
  • Machine and system troubleshooting/diagnostics.
Soft Skills
  • Strong customer and team focus.
  • Ability to work with a wide range of engineering teams.
  • Strong communication and collaboration.
  • Ability to develop, mentor, and train others on prototype design and manufacturing best practices.
  • Hands-on, safety-focused, and detail-oriented.
Ideal Candidate

A Mechanical/Manufacturing/Prototype Engineer with 5+ years of experience and strong hands-on skills in CAD, Creo, CNC machining, fabrication, prototyping, and troubleshooting . Experience with electrification, additive manufacturing, welding, or automotive/heavy-equipment prototypes is highly desirable.

Important: This is a hands-on onsite role , approximately 75% shop / 25% office . Candidate must be able to lift 30 lbs unassisted and stand for extended periods . PPE will be provided.

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office

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