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.
About LPSD
The Large Power Systems Division (LPSD) is part of Caterpillar’s Power & Energy segment. Through this global organization, Caterpillar designs and manufacture large (greater than 18 liters) diesel and natural gas engines, powertrains and key engine systems. LPSD products and solutions support customers across power generation, industrial, marine, oil & gas, rail, services and Cat® machine applications worldwide.
Job Summary:
The Large Power Systems Division currently has an opening for a Senior Associate Performance Engineer in the Production Performance team located in Lafayette, IN. In this role you will support engine production performance, factory test operations, and global customer applications, solve challenging engineering problems involving engine performance publication and production processes using data analysis and hands-on test support. You will also deliver solutions that improve product quality, factory efficiency, and customer outcomes. This position will close on 11/15/2026 at 11:59pm ET.
What you will do:
Support current diesel engine product lines
Develop, publish, and maintain engine performance data in TMI (Technical Marketing Information)
Analyze and process special rating requests and sales inquiries
Create custom performance data to support customer applications
Support product support teams to resolve field performance issues
Collaborate with global teams on performance data publication
Develop and maintain factory hot test specifications across multiple facilities
Provide direct support to Lafayette test operations including troubleshooting and issue resolution
Drive test process improvements to increase throughput, efficiency, and capacity
Lead continuous improvement initiatives to improve production quality and velocity
Partner with design, manufacturing, and other stakeholders to deliver product and process improvements
Degree Requirement:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology
What you will have:
Process Manageme nt : Knowledge of business process improvement tools and techniques; ability to understand, monitor, update, control, or enhance existing business or work processes.
Analytical Thinking : Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
Effective Communications : 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.
Problem Solving : Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.
Technical Excellence : Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.
Top Candidates Will Also Have:
Experience with large diesel or gas engine performance and troubleshooting
Familiarity with Caterpillar engine product systems and configurations
Experience supporting factory testing or production environments
Advanced data analysis or programming skills (e.g., Excel VBA, Python, SQL, Power BI)
Additional Information:
This position is in Lafayette, IN
Relocation is available for…