Electrical Designer

Caterpillar, Inc. • Rapid City, SD • 2d ago

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.

Job Summary:

As an Electrical Design Technician in this role, you will work closely with a product group and engineering project lead to assist in the design and development of various electrical components such as harnesses, cables, sensor groups, schematics and associated mounting components for various caterpillar machines. This position performs various design activities that include: Model and detail sensor groups, create harness or cable routings using modeling software, create and/or modify schematics, design/model associated mounting components such as brackets, identify and assist in resolution of design problems, work closely with other Caterpillar teams and suppliers.

What You Will Do:

Create models and drawings for various electrical components or assemblies (i.e. sensor groups, wiring harnesses, cables, and mounting brackets)

Create and/or modify wiring schematics

Interpret prints and engineering standards

Design, detail/model supporting mechanical components such as brackets or mounting plates.

Communicate technical information to team members, other Caterpillar engineering teams and suppliers

Education Requirement:

Associates' degree within a technical field -Engineering, Computer Science, etc

What Skills You Will Have

Accuracy and Attention to Detail:

Ability to approach tasks in an organized fashion to ensure all requirements of task are met

Leverages tools and established processes to ensure swift and accurate completion of tasks

Effective Communications:

Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate within a team dynamic

Ability to communicate complex concepts or ideas within a team

Initiative:

Ability to identify critical tasks and prioritize their completion

Able to identify problems and take action to correct them

Maintaining Focus:

Ability to manage multiple tasks and work requests to completion in order of priority

Problem Solving:

Uses a structured approach to analyze and resolve technical problems.

Able to develop multiple solutions to a given problem

Teamwork:

Seeks opportunities to leverage and develop expertise within a core team

Computer-Aided Design & Engineering:

Demonstrates proficiency in the use of 3d Parametric modeling tools (PTC Creo/Solidworks/Inventor)

Demonstrates expertise in electrical design practices related to automotive or heavy equipment

Product Design and Development:

Working Knowledge of electrical design practices and methodologies; ability to use this knowledge to optimize product designs.

Top Candidates will also have:

Proficiency in application of PTC Creo or other parametric 3D modeling tools

Experience with electrical design pertaining to automotive or heavy equipment systems

Experience maintaining or operating heavy equipment

Additional Details:

This position is?based in Rapid City, South Dakota.

It requires?on-site presence five days a week.

Relocation assistance is not provided.

Visa sponsorship is not available.

Summary Pay Range:

$28.15 - $42.25

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

Medical, dental, and vision benefits*

Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*

401(k) savings plans*

Health Savings Account (HSA)*

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

Health Lifestyle Programs*

Employee Assistance Program*

Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

Career Development*

Incentive bonus*

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Adoption benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Posting Dates:

July 28, 2025 - August 10, 2025

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.

Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .

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