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full-timeDesign Engineer - Gas Turbine Packaging
Caterpillar · Bangalore, Karnataka
Caterpillar is a global manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives. As a Design Engineer specializing in gas turbine packaging, you will be responsible for the end-to-end design and integration of turbomachinery packaging systems. Your daily responsibilities include developing P&IDs for fuel, lubrication, and air supply systems, sizing critical components such as filters and regulators, and performing technical calculations for pressure drops and flow paths. You will utilize Creo for mechanical design and drafting, ensuring all work complies with industry standards like ASME B31.3. The role requires you to investigate and resolve mechanical issues occurring in the shop or field, while collaborating with cross-functional teams, including electrical, controls, and supply chain departments. This position is suited for an experienced engineer with at least eight years of background in turbomachinery or gas compression systems. Candidates should possess strong mechanical design skills, proficiency in CAD software, and a deep understanding of manufacturing processes and material performance for both onshore and offshore environments.
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. As a Design Engineer, you will be responsible for the design and integration of turbomachinery Packaging systems. The candidate should possess a minimum of 8 years of industry experience in engineering / design execution and associated applications. Experience should include significant Mechanical design and engineering involving Turbomachinery Packaging System design supporting industrial gas turbine packaging and associated gas compression and power generation systems engineering and design. In addition, the candidate should demonstrate knowledge of discipline-related industry standards, including ASME B31.3. Comprehensive knowledge with Creo applications and strong knowledge of design and drafting techniques to include fabrication drawings. Experience with Solar Turbines strongly preferred. This includes: Designing packaging systems and equipment layouts. Selecting and integrating components into complete packages. Supporting continuous improvement initiatives, new product development, and operational optimization to enhance system availability and reliability. Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: Independently investigate mechanical, hydro, shop, and field issues related to Solar Turbine products packaging systems. Develop and implement effective solutions to a wide range of shop and field problems. Responsibilities to develop P&ID for Gas Fuel, Lube Oil, Liquid Fuel, Air Supply, Start, Compressor Seal, Water wash & Turbine systems being used in Gas turbines. Sizing the components like filters, regulators, Heaters, Coolers and Selection of Instruments, Valves and other components based on technical specifications. Perform hand calculations like pressure drop, Flow path, temperature etc Present and review your work in design review meetings to ensure alignment with engineering objectives. Provide innovative and creative solutions to complex design challenges. Lead and guide engineering teams in executing major projects. engage frequently with shop floor engineers, field engineers, suppliers, supply chain teams, and cross-functional groups including Controls, ELS, and HMI. Clearly communicate technical information related to your area of expertise. Apply standard engineering principles, concepts, and techniques in mechanical design and drafting/CAD. Interpret engineering drawings and apply analytical/scientific methods. Utilize engineering analysis techniques effectively. Demonstrate familiarity with gas turbine manufacturing processes, quality standards, design methodologies, and analysis practices. Knowledge on Gas Turbines and Packaging systems & components are added advantages. Coordinate with several functional teams to progress the design intent (Hydro/Electrical/HMI Groups) Good Presentation skill and demonstrate the capability through Design Review Meeting Strong knowledge on material properties and their performance considering offshore & Onshore loading conditions. Must apply practical design considerations and utilize technical knowledge to achieve design objectives relative to manufacturability, cost, quality, and durability. Support innovation by applying the most effective Design solution for new product development. Continuously challenges self-skills in functional area and stays current with industry developments in one’s field of expertise Become part of the product team and form close working relationships by understanding the whole system function and presenting solutions and design direction to the design community in an insightful and timely manner. Excellent in modelling techniques using Creo parametric / Autodesk Good exposure to the use of Product Lifecycle Management tool – Windchill Good Exposure on ASME/API/ISO/ANSI & DIN Qualification: A bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent from an accredited college or university or equivalent relevant experience. Minimum 5 years of Turbomachinery Packaging Systems Mechanical Design Good communication, organizational, teaming and analytical skills are a must. Working knowledge of computer aided design & drafting CADD system (Creo) Knowledge of gas turbine operations, and driven equipment Field experience, knowledge on Windchill, & Promis-e would be an added advantage. Skill Descriptors: Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based
| Role | Design Engineer - Gas Turbine Packaging |
|---|---|
| Company | Caterpillar |
| Location | Bangalore, Karnataka |
| Type | full-time |
| Compensation | Not disclosed |
| Posted | 2026-10-22 |
| Deadline | Rolling |
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