Hydraulic System and Valves Sr. Engineer

Caterpillar • Akashi, Hyogo, Japan • 1w ago

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.

Overview:
You will be responsible for the design, development, and research of hydraulic components and hydraulic systems used in hydraulic excavators.
This role also involves improving design through root cause analysis of product issues related to hydraulic systems and components, and implementing design improvements.
In addition to the above, this position requires strong negotiation, consensus-building, and collaboration skills with domestic and international departments and suppliers.
High-level communication skills are also essential to accurately understand customer needs and collaborate effectively with stakeholders.

"Hydraulic engineering experience is not mandatory as long as you meet the 'Required Qualifications' listed below."

Responsibilities:

Design, development, and maintenance of hydraulic systems and components for hydraulic excavators (ranging from 12t class small to over 10t class super-large excavators).
Performance design and tuning in vehicle performance—such as operability, fuel efficiency, productivity, and cooling performance—from the perspective of hydraulic systems.
Collaborate with electrical systems and software teams to develop electric-hydraulic (EH) systems.
Work with related departments and suppliers throughout the development process, from concept to mass production, including product refinement in cooperation with manufacturing and procurement departments, aftermarket support, and design-related tasks for product maintenance after mass production.
Engage in activities aimed at optimizing product costs.

Required Qualifications:

Excellent analytical skills, engineering capabilities, and technical comprehension.
Ability to build relationships and communicate smoothly with team members, domestic and international stakeholders, other departments, customers, and suppliers.
Practical experience in the design and development of mechanical products.
Strong execution skills for planning, managing, and carrying out development tasks through to mass production.
Minimum ability to collaborate with global teams using English for design and development (especially written and reading proficiency).
Ability to analyze situations based on data and consider accurate and effective solutions.
High-level communication skills in Japanese.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

Deep knowledge of hydraulic technology and experience in developing hydraulic systems and components.
Experience in developing electro-hydraulic systems.
Ability to read hydraulic circuit diagrams and practical experience in design, development, and troubleshooting using them.
High-level communication skills in English.

Other:

Work location: Akashi City, Hyogo Prefecture

■概要

油圧ショベルに搭載される油圧機器および油圧システムの設計・開発・研究に関する実務を担当頂きます。
油圧システムや油圧機器に関する製品不具合の原因究明と設計改善活動を通じて、設計品質の改善業務も担っていただきます。

本ポジションでは、上記に加え国内外の関連部門やサプライヤーとの交渉力、合意形成力、協業推進力も求められます。
また、顧客ニーズを的確に把握し、関係者と円滑に協業するための高いコミュニケーション能力も重要な要素となります。

以下”応募に必要な条件”を満たす限り、油圧設計経験は必須ではありません。

■ 職務内容

油圧ショベル（小型〜超大型）向けの油圧システムおよび油圧機器の設計・開発・保守の実務担当。
操作性、燃費効率、生産性、冷却性能といった車両性能の向上を、油圧システムの観点から推進します。
電気システムおよびソフトウェアチームと連携し、電気油圧システムの開発も担当します。
関連部門およびサプライヤーと協業し、製品の構想段階から量産化に至るまでの開発業務、製造・購買部門との連携による製品の作り込み、アフターマーケット対応、量産後の製品メンテナンスの設計関連実務も担当頂きます。

また、製品のコスト最適化に向けた活動にも取り組んで頂きます。

■応募に必要な要件