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Global leader in construction and mining equipment

Electrical Design Engineer

RoleEngineering
LevelMid Level
LocationBangalore, India
WorkOn-site
TypeFull-time
Posted1 month ago
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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.

Role Definition: Designs, validates, and releases electrical subsystems and components for high power, high voltage products, contributing from concept to production under guidance from senior engineers.

  • Key Responsibilities Design, Analysis, Build and Release

  • Contribute to electrical design and architecture (power path, aux supplies, sensing, protection, grounding).

  • Create schematics; coordinate with PCB layout for thermal, power density, creepage/clearance, and EMI performance.

  • Own component selection & sizing across power, control, sensing, and protection circuits.

  • Develop Schematic in PTC Creo; specify connectors, gauges, shielding, and routing rules.

  • Apply EMC/EMI practices (filters, CM/DM control, partitioning, star ground, shielding).

  • Perform design calculations, validating simulation results.

  • Maintain Bo Ms (alternates/second sources), drawings, and reports; manage changes via ECR/ECN in PLM.

  • Build and evaluate prototypes; collaborate with suppliers/CMs for DFM/DFA and yield improvements.

  • Electrical system simulation tools (e.g., ETAP) for load flow, short circuit, and protection coordination informing component selection.

  • Teamcenter PLM (part numbering, BoM structure, document control, change workflows).

  • Collaboration & Process

  • Work cross functionally with Mechanical, Controls, Systems, Test, and Supply Chain.

  • Participate in design reviews, DFMEA/PFMEA, and continuous improvement activities.

  • Translate requirements into detailed design specs and testable acceptance criteria.

  • Minimum Qualifications• B.E./B.Tech in Electrical/Electronics (M.E./M.Tech a plus).

  • 2–4 years in Electrical/ Electronics /Power electronics design and lab validation.

  • Tools

  • PTC Creo (Schematics & Harness)

  • ETAP / MATLAB (optional)

  • Teamcenter PLM (preferred)

Additional information: This job required 5days working from office.

Posting Dates:

March 10, 2026 - March 24, 2026

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

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About Caterpillar

Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is an American construction, mining, and other engineering equipment manufacturer. The company is the world's largest manufacturer of construction equipment. In 2018, Caterpillar was ranked number 73 on the Fortune 500 list and number 265 on the Global Fortune 500 list.

10,001+

Employees

Peoria

Headquarters

$127B

Valuation

Reviews

10 reviews

3.7

10 reviews

Work-life balance

3.8

Compensation

4.0

Culture

3.5

Career

2.8

Management

3.2

65%

Recommend to a friend

Pros

Good benefits and compensation

Supportive management and colleagues

Flexible work arrangements

Cons

Limited growth and career advancement opportunities

Long hours and high-pressure environment

Poor management and lack of direction

Salary Ranges

13 data points

Mid/L4

Principal/L7

Senior/L5

Staff/L6

Intern

Senior

Mid/L4 · Data Scientist

0 reports

$136,256

total per year

Base

$94,952

Stock

-

Bonus

-

$115,000

$157,000

Interview experience

3 interviews

Difficulty

2.7

/ 5

Duration

14-28 weeks

Offer rate

67%

Experience

Positive 67%

Neutral 33%

Negative 0%

Interview process

1

Application Review

2

Online Assessment

3

HR/Recruiter Screen

4

Technical/Hiring Manager Interview

5

Final Interview/Panel

6

Offer

Common questions

Technical Knowledge

Behavioral/STAR

Past Experience

Problem Solving

Culture Fit