HVAC system Engineer

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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.

職務概要（JOB PURPOSE）

エンジニアとして、HVAC（空調）システムおよび関連コンポーネントの設計・開発・評価・改善活動を担当していただきます。

本ポジションでは、新製品開発および現行製品の維持・改善活動において、サプライヤー、製造部門、品質部門、グローバルエンジニアリングチームと連携しながら、品質・性能・耐久性・コストの目標達成に向けた開発活動を推進していただきます。

職務内容（JOB DUTIES）

サプライヤーや社内関係部門と協力しながら、オペレータステーションに搭載されるHVACシステムおよび関連部品の開発を推進します。

主な業務内容は以下の通りです。

• HVACシステムおよび関連部品の要求仕様策定、設計、および開発
• サプライヤーと連携した製品開発、設計レビュー、および技術課題解決
• 性能・環境・耐久評価の計画、実施、および結果評価
• 市場品質問題の調査、原因分析、および改善活動の推進
• 関係部門と連携した新製品開発、品質向上、およびコスト低減活動

本ポジションでは、グローバルチームおよびサプライヤーと円滑に業務を推進するための高いコミュニケーション能力、調整能力、および技術的分析能力が求められます。

求められるスキル（Skill Descriptors）

技術力（Technical Expertise）

• 製品要求事項および技術仕様の策定経験
• データ分析・性能評価・技術課題解決能力
• コンポーネントおよびシステムレベルの評価試験計画・実施経験
• 製品開発プロセスおよびサプライヤーとの協業経験

協調性・コミュニケーション能力（Collaboration and Communication）

• 部門横断チームおよびサプライヤーと協力しながら目標を達成する能力
• 優れたコミュニケーション能力および対人スキル
• サプライヤーとの技術協議や開発推進経験
• グローバル環境での業務経験または適応力

継続的な学習姿勢（Continuous Learning）

• HVAC技術およびオペレータステーション技術に対する継続的な学習意欲
• 変化する技術課題や事業ニーズへの柔軟な対応力
• 品質向上および継続改善への積極的な姿勢

その他（Others）

• 勤務地：兵庫県明石市
• 原則として週5日出社勤務

JOB PURPOSE:

As an Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, development, validation, and continuous improvement of HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) systems and related components.

In this role, you will drive development activities for both new product introductions and current product enhancement initiatives. Working closely with suppliers, manufacturing, quality, and global engineering teams, you will be responsible for delivering solutions that meet quality, performance, durability, and cost objectives.

JOB DUTIES:

The incumbent will work closely with suppliers, customers, manufacturing teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to develop HVAC systems and related Operator Station components that meet Caterpillar requirements for performance, quality, durability, reliability, and cost.

This role requires strong technical and project management skills to drive component development activities from concept through production implementation. Major responsibilities include:

• Develop requirements, specifications, and designs for HVAC systems and related components.
• Collaborate with suppliers to support product development, design reviews, and technical issue resolution.
• Plan, execute, and evaluate performance, environmental, and durability validation activities.
• Investigate product quality issues, conduct root cause analysis, and drive corrective actions.
• Partner with manufacturing, purchasing, quality, validation, and global engineering teams to support new product development, quality improvement, and cost reduction initiatives.

This position requires strong communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills, along with the ability to effectively collaborate with global teams and suppliers.

Skill Descriptors:

Technical Expertise:

• Experience defining and managing product requirements and technical specifications.
• Strong skills in data analysis, performance evaluation, and engineering problem solving.
• Experience planning and executing component and system-level validation activities.
• Knowledge of product development processes and supplier collaboration.

Collaboration and Communication

• Ability to effectively collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience leading technical discussions and coordinating development activities with suppliers.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in global engineering environments.

Continuous Learning:

• Commitment to developing expertise in HVAC technologies and Operator Station systems.
• Adaptability to changing business priorities and technical challenges.
• Continuous improvement mindset focused on product quality and customer satisfaction.

Others

• Location: Akashi, Japan
• This position requires working onsite five days a week.

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Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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