Date Posted: 05/07/2026
Hiring Organization: Rose International
Position Number: 500891
Industry: Manufacturing
Job Title: Mechanical Engineer
Job Location: Lafayette, IN, USA, 47905
Work Model: Onsite
Shift: 8 to 5, M to F
Employment Type: Temporary
FT/PT: Full-Time
Estimated Duration (In months): 10
Min Hourly Rate($): 32.00
Max Hourly Rate($): 35.00
Must Have Skills/Attributes: CAD, Creo, Mechanical Documentation, MS Excel, Six Sigma
Experience Desired: Basic understanding of gas and/or diesel engine operation (2 yrs); Basic understanding of gas and/or diesel engine operation (2 yrs); Microsoft PowerPoint proficiency (2 yrs)
Required Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree
**C2C is not available**
Job Description
Required Education
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology required
• Master's degree considered
• PhD considered overqualified (disqualifier)
• 2–4 years of experience required (internships count if at least 2 years total)
Technical Skills (Required):
• Basic understanding of gas and/or diesel engine operation
• Microsoft Excel proficiency
• Microsoft PowerPoint proficiency
Desired Technical Skills (Nice to Have):
• Strong data analysis skills
• Large gas and/or diesel troubleshooting skills
• Understanding of Caterpillar engine product configuration
• Caterpillar 6 Sigma training
• Familiarity with CSA, EU and API standards
• Proficiency with Creo and Team Center
Job Responsibilities
• Provide high-level oversight and management of all G3500 CPI and LEPI projects
• Facilitate alignment across L3 and L4 engineering teams to meet committed timelines
• Identify resource needs and provide project support across the G3500 platform
• Serve as long-term coordinator of the CPI process
• Ensure projects are launched within 30 days of root cause identification with clear ownership and defined project plans
• Maintain and update the CPI project list and supporting tools
• Monitor project status relative to DMAIC phase, milestones, and target closure dates
• Identify at-risk or overdue projects and drive re-planning
• Eliminate default or placeholder project dates to ensure all projects have credible plans
• Manage MyCPI system (charge numbers, sponsors, serial numbers, project plans, banner dates, dealer visibility, model data)
• Ensure MyCPI data is accurate, current, and updated monthly
• Develop and maintain a standard MyCPI checklist for each project phase
• Lead preparation for and participate in weekly CPI status updates, IRL meetings, customer service and supply chain meetings, closure documentation and reviews
• Ensure project leads are prepared to present or provide coverage when needed
• Drive effective discussion on all active G3500 CPI, LEPI, and NPI projects
• Coordinate Goal 1 (quarterly) and Goal 2 (semi-annual) project planning
• Review A & B risk projects for readiness and schedule credibility
• Identify projects approaching or exceeding 600 days and manage exception planning
• Prepare concise materials for leadership reviews (one-page summaries)
• Provide data, summaries, and recommendations to support platform leadership commitment and escalation decisions
Required Soft Skills
• Strong personal initiative
• Organization / time management skills
• Communication (professional written and verbal)
• Comfort interacting with senior engineers and leadership
• Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- **Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.**
- **Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements.**
Benefits:
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