Drivetrain Hydraulic Components - Design Engineer Team Lead
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 5, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 2, 2026. Caterpillar scores A on the Alion truth index.
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EngineeringJob Description:
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Job Summary
The Caterpillar’s Drivetrain team in Mexico designs and supports drivetrain components used across Caterpillar machines and OEM applications. We are looking for a senior engineer and design team lead for drivetrain hydraulic components including transmission valves, gear pumps and engine oil pumps. This position will provide design leadership through the entire lifecycle of the components, from concept to production implementation to production maintenance and supporting our end customers.
Responsibilities
- Team lead for 2-4 drivetrain hydraulic components engineers.
- Acting as a mentor and work coordinator for junior engineers.
- Creating new designs that meet all technical and business requirements.
- Analyzing End of Line test data and providing recommendations for problem resolution and design improvement.
- Providing engineering support to hydraulic components facilities, working in collaboration with the Quality and Manufacturing Engineering teams and U.S. Drivetrain Design team.
- Completing Design FMEAs and Technical Reviews to establish risk and corresponding validation plans.
- Completing and/or coordinating analysis activities to evaluate new designs.
- Working with suppliers and purchasing teams when sourcing parts to a supplier.
- Provide technical assessment and guidance to resolve production part quality issues.
- Assess if part nonconformances are acceptable for use.
- Participate in APQP activities.
Education Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Manufacturing, Mechatronics or Aerospace Engineering.
- Advanced English-speaking level is required
Skills the candidate must have
Technical Excellence
- Hands-on knowledge in design of hydraulic components or systems.
- Direct knowledge in casting components design.
Computer-Aided Design & Engineering
- Proficiency in Creo modeling.
Product Design and Development
- Demonstrated application of DFMEA, APQP, and PPAP.
Effective Communications
- Project management or leadership knowledge.
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
Additional Information:
- This position will be located in Caterpillar´s Cienega de Flores campus.
- Work schedule is set Monday to Friday 7am-4pm. (On-Site)
- This position may require up to 20% travel, domestic and international.
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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Posting Dates:
noviembre 2, 2026 - noviembre 9, 2026Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply
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