Engineering Rotational Development Program – Product Development Track

Caterpillar Inc.

Engineering Rotational Development Program at Caterpillar, enhancing skills across engineering teams and technologies through meaningful project work and mentorship. Ideal for recent engineering graduates seeking practical experience.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timeMossville • Arizona, Illinois, Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $81,370 - $133,810 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong mechanical engineering principles and hands-on experience in test and validation environments, with proficiency in control system algorithms and embedded software development. Capable of conducting advanced analyses and optimizing designs for various engineering applications.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Mechanical Engineering DegreeControl System Algorithms DevelopmentEmbedded Software Development in C/C++CFD and FEA Analysis3D Modelling and Design Optimization

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Hard Skills

Mechanical EngineeringControl System DesignEmbedded Software DevelopmentCFD AnalysisFEA Analysis3D ModellingSystem Design OptimizationMatlab/SimulinkC ProgrammingC++ Programming

Tools & Technologies

ANSYSMatlabSimulink

Industry Keywords

Engineering TechnologyAerospace EngineeringElectrical EngineeringComputer EngineeringAgricultural Engineering

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

You’ll rotate through different teams and projects that match your skills, knowledge, and abilities.
You’ll work on meaningful projects, connect with mentors, and get exposure to various areas of the company.
Design components and systems for Caterpillar products to meet customer needs.
Conduct analyses such as CFD [Computational Fluid Dynamics] (ANSYS), FEA [Finite Element Analysis], 3D modelling, system/subsystem/component design optimization.
Apply strong mechanical engineering understanding in a test/validation (hands-on) environment.
Develop/implement control system algorithms using Matlab/Simulink.
Design and test various electronic control modules and electronic components.
Develop embedded software in C, C#, and/or C++ for various electronic control modules.
Verify functionality of a feature or control system algorithm.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must have an ABET-accredited Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Agricultural, or Aerospace Engineering; Engineering Technology; or a related technical discipline (selected candidates must obtain their degree before they start)
Must have a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0/4.0 or higher (no rounding)
Candidates with prior professional work experience must have 12 months or less of such experience, excluding internships
Willing to relocate and travel as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

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