Senior Design Engineer – Electrical | Caterpillar Careers | Bangalore

September 21, 2025

Job Description

Summary

Caterpillar is hiring a Senior Design Engineer – Electrical in Bangalore, Karnataka, India. This role is perfect for experienced electrical engineers with expertise in electrical wiring harness design, automotive and heavy engineering systems, and electrical integration. As part of Caterpillar’s Electrical Center of Excellence, you will lead concept design, system architecture, and problem resolution for complex electrical systems used in engines, gensets, and CAT machines. If you’re looking to advance your career in electrical design engineering with a global industry leader, this opportunity at Caterpillar Careers offers technical leadership, global collaboration, and long-term career growth.


Job Details at a Glance

PositionSenior Design Engineer – Electrical
CompanyCaterpillar Inc.
LocationBangalore, Karnataka, India
Job TypeFull-time, Regular
Contract TypePermanent
Experience Required10+ years in automotive/heavy engineering electrical design
EducationBachelor’s in Electrical or Electrical & Electronics Engineering (Master’s preferred)
Key Skills/ToolsElectrical Wiring Harness, Pro/E Creo, System Architecture, DFM, Product Testing
DepartmentEngineering
Application DeadlineOctober 2, 2025
Requisition IDR0000325162

Responsibilities

As a Senior Electrical Design Engineer at Caterpillar, you will:

  • Design and develop electrical wiring harnesses for gensets, engines, and CAT machinery.
  • Contribute to system-level architecture and subsystem development.
  • Lead new component development and electrical integration projects.
  • Perform electrical analysis, propose innovative solutions, and evaluate new products and systems.
  • Communicate design results and solutions with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams.
  • Maintain and resolve electrical design issues across product lifecycles.
  • Mentor and guide junior engineers while collaborating with global engineering teams.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electrical & Electronics Engineering.
  • 10+ years of experience in automotive or heavy engineering electrical design.
  • Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Proven ability to communicate technical concepts effectively with teams, customers, and suppliers.
  • Self-starter with technical leadership skills.

Desired Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Electrical or Electrical & Electronics Engineering.
  • Proficiency in Pro/E Creo and related design tools.
  • Knowledge of Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Product Testing, and Effective Communication principles.
  • Background in developing complex electrical systems and integrating them into large-scale machinery.

Why Join Caterpillar?

At Caterpillar, your work shapes the world. By joining our Engineering team in Bangalore, you’ll contribute to innovative electrical design, global collaboration, and sustainable solutions that power industries worldwide. Caterpillar offers a supportive environment, technical growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact.


Apply Now

Take the next step in your engineering career by applying for Senior Design Engineer – Electrical at Caterpillar Bangalore.
👉 Apply now on the official Caterpillar Careers page before October 2, 2025.