{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"4f61a95fd7208e063d2b8bce","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/4f61a95fd7208e063d2b8bce","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/4f61a95fd7208e063d2b8bce","title":"Data Analysis Engineer – Structure Simulation","description":"Career Area:\nEngineering\nJob Description:\nYour Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.\nWhen 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.\nData Analysis Engineer – Structure Simulation\n\nLocation: Champaign, IL – Tucson, AZ\nTravel: Up to 10%\nRelocation Assistance: Available for Champaign, IL only\nVisa Sponsorship: Not Available\n\nStep into a high-impact engineering role where you’ll tackle complex structural challenges across cutting-edge products, systems, and components. Using advanced simulation, data analytics, and machine learning, you’ll drive innovation, reliability, and performance in real-world applications.\nKey Responsibilities\nBuild and deploy machine learning models to estimate loads, strains, and damage/life predictions (scikit-learn).\nCreate dashboards and visualizations to explore large datasets and identify root causes of structural issues related to application severity (Power BI, Tableau).\nAutomate data processing and analysis workflows for high-frequency time-series telematics data, with robust version control and development practices (Python, Git, GitHub, Azure DevOps Repos, VS Code).\nManaged large-scale SQL databases for storing and retrieving hundreds of millions to billions of rows of summarized data across diverse assets (Snowflake, MySQL, SQLite).\nEducation Requirements\nDegree in Engineering from an accredited institution.\nCore Skills & Expertise\nExperience in Finite Element Analysis (FEA), fatigue and durability modeling, and multibody dynamics.\nProficient in building machine learning models for load estimation and life prediction (scikit-learn).\nDeliver Insightful Solutions: Build high-fidelity simulations and analyses that directly influence product design, performance, and reliability.\nCollaborate for Impact: Work closely with design, testing, and product support teams to enhance product durability and availability in the field.\nInnovate Continuously: Stay ahead of emerging technologies and champion improvements to simulation methodologies and engineering processes.\nPrecision & Analytical Excellence\nDelivers high-accuracy results while balancing speed and precision.\nBreaks down complex problems into manageable components and identifies discrepancies in data to drive clarity.\nCommunication & Collaboration\nCommunicates technical insights effectively through presentations and reports.\nProvides constructive feedback and actively incorporates input to improve communication and outcomes.\nProblem Solving & Technical Leadership\nApplies diverse problem-solving techniques to resolve engineering challenges.\nContributes to best practices and lessons learned to elevate team performance.\nProject & Simulation Tools\nSupports project planning with cost, schedule, and resource tracking.\nBuilds and validates simulation models using HyperMesh, NX, and Nastran.\nPerforms durability and fracture mechanics analysis to support both New Product Introduction (NPI) and Current Product Improvement (CPI).\nSummary Pay Range:\n$97,530.00 - $146,290.00\nCompensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.\nBenefits:\nSubject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.\nMedical, dental, and vision benefits*\nPaid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*\n401(k) savings plans*\nHealth Savings Account (HSA)*\nFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*\nHealth Lifestyle Programs*\nEmployee Assistance Program*\nVoluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*\nCareer Development*\nIncentive bonus*\nDisability benefits\nLife Insurance\nParental leave\nAdoption benefits\nTuition Reimbursement\nThese benefits also apply to part-time employees\nPosting Dates:\nJanuary 20, 2026 - February 3, 2026\nAny offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.\nCaterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.\nNot ready to apply? 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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.\nData Analysis Engineer – Structure Simulation\n\nLocation: Champaign, IL – Tucson, AZ\nTravel: Up to 10%\nRelocation Assistance: Available for Champaign, IL only\nVisa Sponsorship: Not Available\n\nStep into a high-impact engineering role where you’ll tackle complex structural challenges across cutting-edge products, systems, and components. Using advanced simulation, data analytics, and machine learning, you’ll drive innovation, reliability, and performance in real-world applications.\nKey Responsibilities\nBuild and deploy machine learning models to estimate loads, strains, and damage/life predictions (scikit-learn).\nCreate dashboards and visualizations to explore large datasets and identify root causes of structural issues related to application severity (Power BI, Tableau).\nAutomate data processing and analysis workflows for high-frequency time-series telematics data, with robust version control and development practices (Python, Git, GitHub, Azure DevOps Repos, VS Code).\nManaged large-scale SQL databases for storing and retrieving hundreds of millions to billions of rows of summarized data across diverse assets (Snowflake, MySQL, SQLite).\nEducation Requirements\nDegree in Engineering from an accredited institution.\nCore Skills & Expertise\nExperience in Finite Element Analysis (FEA), fatigue and durability modeling, and multibody dynamics.\nProficient in building machine learning models for load estimation and life prediction (scikit-learn).\nDeliver Insightful Solutions: Build high-fidelity simulations and analyses that directly influence product design, performance, and reliability.\nCollaborate for Impact: Work closely with design, testing, and product support teams to enhance product durability and availability in the field.\nInnovate Continuously: Stay ahead of emerging technologies and champion improvements to simulation methodologies and engineering processes.\nPrecision & Analytical Excellence\nDelivers high-accuracy results while balancing speed and precision.\nBreaks down complex problems into manageable components and identifies discrepancies in data to drive clarity.\nCommunication & Collaboration\nCommunicates technical insights effectively through presentations and reports.\nProvides constructive feedback and actively incorporates input to improve communication and outcomes.\nProblem Solving & Technical Leadership\nApplies diverse problem-solving techniques to resolve engineering challenges.\nContributes to best practices and lessons learned to elevate team performance.\nProject & Simulation Tools\nSupports project planning with cost, schedule, and resource tracking.\nBuilds and validates simulation models using HyperMesh, NX, and Nastran.\nPerforms durability and fracture mechanics analysis to support both New Product Introduction (NPI) and Current Product Improvement (CPI).\nSummary Pay Range:\n$97,530.00 - $146,290.00\nCompensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.\nBenefits:\nSubject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.\nMedical, dental, and vision benefits*\nPaid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*\n401(k) savings plans*\nHealth Savings Account (HSA)*\nFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*\nHealth Lifestyle Programs*\nEmployee Assistance Program*\nVoluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*\nCareer Development*\nIncentive bonus*\nDisability benefits\nLife Insurance\nParental leave\nAdoption benefits\nTuition Reimbursement\nThese benefits also apply to part-time employees\nPosting Dates:\nJanuary 20, 2026 - February 3, 2026\nAny offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.\nCaterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.\nNot ready to apply? 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