**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. **Hear about the Caterpillar Experience for yourself (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wf0PVJdUOWo&list=PLwAXbfivFg0jmiNqqgFLeQJpRB\_i-UVln&index=2)** **Role Definition** As the Senior Performance Simulation Application Engineer within the Driveline group you will be responsible for applying design, simulation and analysis techniques to create outstanding products. In this role, your two main areas of focus will be on (1) developing advanced product diagnostic & prognostic solutions and, (2) analyze complex drivetrain systems using various analysis software. You will work across a matrix organization actively collaborating with subject matter experts and other process partners to develop solutions to complex problems. To be successful, a very high degree of collaboration and communication skill is necessary. You will also be responsible for proactive develop of your skill sets that enable you to be the subject matter expert in this field. Other key desired skills include strong computational skills, project management, problem solving and analytical thinking. **What you will do** + Perform data mining, feature extraction, and data processing processes; creating appropriate data models. + Conduct research on data model optimization and algorithms to improve effectiveness and accuracy on data analyses. + Demonstrate a breadth and depth of knowledge in the application of statistical and/or digital methods to solve product engineering issues + Simulate and analyze complex drivetrain systems. Identify and provide product improvement solutions for new products as well as continuous product improvements. **Degree Requirement** Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Applied Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science or a similar field. **Skills you must have** + **Process Management** : Knowledge of business process improvement tools and techniques; ability to understand, monitor, update, control, or enhance existing business or work processes. + **Accuracy and Attention to Detail** : Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision. + **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. + **Project Management:** Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives. + **Computer-Aided Design & Engineering:** Knowledge of tools and techniques of specialized graphics programs; ability to produce, analyze, simulate and test product design drafts. **What you must know** + Programming Languages: Python / Matlab / SQL / C programming. + Machine Learning, deep learning tools: TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-Learn. + Statistics and Math Skills, Bayesian theory, high dimensionality reduction, feature engineering, anomaly detection, change point analysis. + Data visualization: Matplotlib, Tableau, Excel. **Top Candidates will also have** + A Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) or Masters Degree preferably in Engineering, Applied Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science or a similar field. + Practical digital signal processing skills (FFT, filtering, wavelet, data cleaning etc) + Basic Understanding of sound and vibration analysis and diagnosis, time series analysis + Experience applying Python (NumPy, Scikit-Learn, PyTorch, SciPy etc.) programming to solve business challenges. + Experience in practical applications of Machine Learning techniques such as Clustering, Classification, Regression, Decision Tree & Uncertainty Estimation. + Experience with version control / repositories such as GitHub + Strong understanding of analysis and simulation techniques. Prior FEA work is highly desirable **Additional Information** + This position will close on 7/2/2025 at 11:59 p.m. + This position is located in East Peoria, IL (Building KK). + This position requires the employee to work a 5-day-a-week schedule in the office. + Domestic relocation is available. + VISA Sponsorship is **NOT** available. + Travel requirements will be less than 10%. **Final details** Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status. \#LI #MilitaryMonday #Letsdothework #caterpillarinc #Iamcaterpillar **Summary Pay Range:** $110,520.00 - $165,840.00 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 Relocation is available for this position. Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers. **Posting Dates:** June 18, 2025 - July 2, 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. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .