Career Area : Engineering

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Job Summary : Role Definition

Serve as a technical individual contributor with full accountability for the end‑to‑end design and development of large (>2 MW) diesel/gas genset packages. Lead and deliver complex, high‑impact engineering initiatives, driving technical excellence from concept definition through detailed design, rigorous validation, and successful global production release.

Responsibilities :

- Lead design and development of Genset package from concept selection through detailed design, ensuring compliance with Caterpillar’s engineering standards and regional regulations.
- Technical Expertise :Provide strong technical leadership with deep knowledge of engineering fundamentals, electrical power & control systems, Integration of electrical sub-systems and electrical system interfaces. Understanding of Electrical AC/DC load distribution systems, electrical protection systems, and electrical component selection for generator control systems. Emphasis of this position is on creating concepts and directing the design and development of complex Electrical projects.
- Manufacturing : In-depth knowledge of control panel design, electrical schematics, single line diagram (SLD), wiring harness routing, design best practices, manufacturing processes and package Bill of Material (BOM).




- Interface & Cross Functional Collaboration :Lead interface management across global cross functional engineering teams and suppliers to ensure holistic package fitment, system integration, and functional integrity throughout the product lifecycle.

Experience required

- Strong engineering fundamentals , including hands-on‑ electrical components, power systems, harnessing, or machine electrical integration depending on the division.
- Proven expertise in control panel design, electrical system integration, electrical load distribution design calculations, selection and validation of electrical components.
- Demonstrated experience delivering manufacturing ‑ready designs , with solid knowledge of electrical schematics, SLD, wiring harness interfacing, engineering drawings, and BOM development.
- Proficiency in 3D CAD modelling, detailing, and design validation tools like Creo, Creo Schematic or equivalent, within an industrial product development environment.
- Proven knowledge on the Generator, Control Systems, Power Systems, AC/DC Distribution, Alternators, Breakers, etc. are preferred. Proven knowledge of different Electrical standards/codes (IEC, UL, NEC), FMEA development and experience with natural gas and alternate fuels for engines and gensets are added advantages.
- Robust project management with track record of leading or executing complex,



high impact‑ engineering programs in regulated, global manufacturing organizations, meeting quality, cost, and schedule commitments.

Skills & Competencies

- Customer focused‑ problem solving and value creation , translating business and customer needs into effective engineering solutions.
- Strong sense of accountability with a continuous growth mindset , demonstrating ownership of outcomes and commitment to professional development.
- Structured root cause analysis and continuous improvement orientation , driving sustainable solutions and operational excellence.
- Uncompromising focus on safety, quality, and regulatory compliance , ensuring adherence to Caterpillar standards across the product lifecycle.
- Capability to mentor and develop junior engineers , strengthening technical capability and fostering a culture of technical excellence.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor’s/master’s degree in electrical engineering / electrical & electronics Engineering with minimum 5 years of experience in relevant field.

Skill Descriptors

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.

Level Extensive Experience:

- Seeks discrepancies and inconsistencies in available information; explains variances.
- Organizes and prioritizes the sequence of steps to be taken to remedy the situation.
- Identifies many possible causes for a problem based on prior experience and current research.
- Quantifies the costs, benefits, risks and chances for success before recommending a course of action.
- Approaches a complex problem by breaking it down into its co

📌 Design Engineer - Electrical (Bengaluru)
🏢 Caterpillar
📍 Bengaluru