[Skip to main content](#main-content) [ OpenNash ](https://opennash.com/) / [Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [ 01 Search jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/search/)[ 02 Companies](https://jobs.opennash.com/explore/)[ 03 Hiring report](https://jobs.opennash.com/reports/hiring/)[ 04 AI assistants](https://jobs.opennash.com/connect/)[ 05 How it works](https://jobs.opennash.com/methodology/) Caterpillar · Chennai, Tamil Nadu # Design Engineer Chennai, Tamil Nadu Full-time Design Listed on Caterpillar’s official careers site. Posted October 26, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Caterpillar’s careers site →](https://cat.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/CaterpillarCareers/job/Chennai-Tamil-Nadu/Design-Engineer_R0000401754) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Caterpillar](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/caterpillar/) / Design Engineer ## Job description ### 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. ### Job Summary As a Design Engineer, you will contribute to the design, development, validation and continuous improvement of Air and Fuel System component for IPSD-M engines. The role will focus across New Product Introduction (NPI), Current Product and cost-reduction programs, with preferred engineering expertise and knowledge in HPFS & LPFS and Air System Components. Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: - Design and develop Air and Fuel System components and subsystems. - Lead and Support engineering activities from requirements, design and validation through production implementation. - Perform design reviews, engineering analysis, packaging and component evaluations. - Support component/engine testing, validation and fit-up trials. - Resolve product, quality, reliability and manufacturing issues using structured problem-solving. - Support NPI, Current Product, supplier resourcing and cost-reduction initiatives. - Collaborate with global engineering, suppliers, validation, manufacturing and purchasing teams. - Own assigned engineering deliverables and drive them to completion. ### Basic Qualifications - Bachelor's Engineering in Mechanical, Automotive, Mechatronics Engineering or a related discipline. - Relevant experience in diesel engines, Air/Fuel Systems, powertrain or component engineering. - Experience in design/development, validation and engineering problem-solving. - Working knowledge of engineering drawings, GD&T and design documentation. - Strong analytical, communication and collaboration skills. ### Preferred Qualification - Strong knowledge of core engine components mainly Air / Fuel System Components and fundamental knowledge about diesel engine components and systems. - Knowledge of fuel injectors, pumps, rails, filters, fuel lines/hoses and associated packaging. - Experience with NPI, Current Product, engine testing and component validation. - Exposure to DFMEA, root-cause analysis and supplier collaboration / development. - Experience with Creo, Teamcenter and engineering change-management processes. - Ability to learn fast and independently work on components/subsystems and develop broader Air & Fuel Systems technical capability. ### Key Competencies Technical Excellence | Problem Solving | Ownership | Collaboration | Customer Focus | Continuous Improvement Additional information: This job requires 5 working days from office This Job Description is intended as a general guide to the job duties for this position and is intended for the purpose of establishing the specific salary grade. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive summary of all responsibilities, duties and effort required of employees assigned to this job. At the discretion of management, this description may be changed at any time to address the evolving needs of the organization. It is expressly not intended to be a comprehensive list of “essential job functions” as that term is defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act. This position requires working onsite five days a week. Relocation is available for this position. ### Posting Dates October 26, 2026 - November 8, 2026 Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 26, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Nov 1, 2026 - Last checked: Nov 1, 2026 - Listed for: 6 days - Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu - Employment type: Full-time[Apply on Caterpillar’s careers site →](https://cat.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/CaterpillarCareers/job/Chennai-Tamil-Nadu/Design-Engineer_R0000401754) ## Hiring at Caterpillar - Open jobs: 909 - New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections - Tracked since: Jul 9, 2026 [All Caterpillar jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/caterpillar/) · [Weekly hiring report](/reports/hiring/) ## More jobs at Caterpillar ### [Business Analyst](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/caterpillar/jobs/dd34b6787f6e470c64d9/) Chennai, Tamil Nadu ### [Condition Monitoring Advisor-1](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/caterpillar/jobs/71beb5c9c53415e97b03/) Chennai, Tamil Nadu ### [Condition Monitoring Specialist - Field Service](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/caterpillar/jobs/43c630b58635a4858fae/) Chennai, Tamil Nadu ### [Control Systems Senior Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/caterpillar/jobs/75b7e8ea8c7d4f180358/) Chennai, Tamil Nadu ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Senior Staff Datapath Design Engineer and Circuit Design Engineer, VLSI Design Engineering](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sandisk/jobs/9c9c9ee8de475c168163/) Sandisk ### [Senior Technologist Datapath Design Engineer and Circuit Design Engineer, VLSI Design Engineering](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sandisk/jobs/04c89e21c7a143aa3d7b/) Sandisk ### [Senior Digital Design Engineer GPU Hardware Design - Athens](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/jobs/39dcf01aab3647c8184d/) Qualcomm · Marousi, Greece ### [Staff / Senior Staff Engineer Digital Design (RTL Design)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/infineon-technologies/jobs/bcdb3b7a61b92eede1d2/) Infineon Technologies · Singapore ### [Project and Design Lead engineer – Cubicle Design (Locomotive and Cab Cars)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/siemens/jobs/fbc1170b7908ef51d761/) Siemens OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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