Application Engineering Specialist

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.

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.

IPSD Application Engineers work in Cat Aftermarket & Customer Solution organization, belong to S&CS (Service & Customer Support) team. This position is 100% focused on third party business, with the responsibility of supporting Dealers & Distributors A&I capability. Application engineers will primarily work with third party OEM power system and control team on new product development, and internally collaborate with sales, product group & engineering team, product support, etc.

What You Will Do:

• Act as the primary technical consultant to OEM customers on engine integration, installation design, and system optimization.
• Build strong relationships with customer engineering teams (mechanical, electrical, and controls) to influence machine architecture and performance outcomes.
• Lead complex or high-risk A&I projects, providing expert guidance on installation challenges, performance tuning, and compliance.
• Represent customer technical needs within internal Engineering and Product teams, ensuring voice of customer is effectively translated into product solutions.
• Lead end-to-end A&I process execution for complex programs with ownership of technical decisions and approval risk management.
• Perform deep technical assessments of machine design and site installations (cooling, air, fuel, mounting, exhaust, electrical integration, etc.) using calculations and simulation tools.
• Lead engine and machine performance tuning at OEM sites to achieve optimal system efficiency, emissions compliance, and durability targets.
• Provide high-impact technical support during sales pursuits, helping customers define optimal solutions and win new business opportunities.
• Conduct root cause analysis on performance or reliability issues using advanced diagnostic tools (CANape, dataloggers, ET/EST, etc.) and implement robust corrective actions.
• Develop & deliver A&I training for Dealers, Distributors and OEM partners (classroom, virtual, and on-site).
• Monitor, evaluate and develop Dealers & Distributors A&I capabilities.

What Skills You Will Have:

• Technical Excellence (Diesel Engine, Industrial & EP machine knowledge)
• Project management
• Effective Communication & Influence
• Problem Solving

Required Qualifications:

• Competent in use of Standard business tools including, Excel, Power Point, Word, Outlook, Teams, etc.
• Speak fluent English and excellent in reading, writing.
• Independently manage customers programs with minimum supervision.
• More than 10 years of engine experience including application, design, performance, validation, etc.
• More than 5 years large EP Application & Installation experience
• Bachelor’s degree or above in Engineering

Desired Qualifications:

• Data Center project experience

Additional Information:

• Able to travel globally up to 50% of time to meet customer expectation and support sales.
• Willingness to visit customer site at short notice (less than 24 hrs).
• This job required 5days working from office.

 

Posting Dates:

June 10, 2026 - June 24, 2026

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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