What you'd actually do

Apply human factors and ergonomics principles to design construction machinery cab layouts and physical human-machine interaction solutions

Analyze operator behavior, working scenarios, and field conditions to define clear ergonomic and usability requirements

Translate user needs and human factors requirements into engineering specifications and implementable design solutions

Optimize control layouts, seating systems, visibility, and physical interfaces to improve operator comfort, safety, and efficiency

Use 3D modeling, mock-ups, ergonomic simulation, and validation methods to develop and verify design concepts

Skills

Required

Human Factors
Mechanical Engineering
Vehicle Engineering
human-machine interaction
ergonomics
operator environment design
systematic problem-solving
design rationale communication
cross-functional collaboration
task prioritization
multi-project management
engineering design
3D modeling
simulation analysis
design validation
user insights conversion
product development processes

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.

As a UX Design Engineer (Human Factors / Ergonomics), you will apply human factors, ergonomics, and engineering design capabilities to improve cab layout and physical human-machine interaction for construction machinery. This role focuses on translating operator behavior, real-world working conditions, and usability insights into practical engineering solutions. You will use systematic analysis, design validation, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance operator comfort, safety, efficiency, and product competitiveness.

作为用户体验设计工程师（人机工程方向），您将运用人机工程、人体工学及工程设计能力，优化工程机械驾驶室布局及物理人机交互。该岗位重点关注如何将操作员行为、真实工况及可用性洞察转化为可落地的工程解决方案。您需要通过系统化分析、设计验证及跨职能协作，提升操作舒适性、安全性、效率及产品竞争力。

Job Responsibilities / 工作职责

Apply human factors and ergonomics principles to design construction machinery cab layouts and physical human-machine interaction solutions 运用人机工程及人体工学原理，设计工程机械驾驶室布局及物理人机交互方案
Analyze operator behavior, working scenarios, and field conditions to define clear ergonomic and usability requirements 分析操作员行为、作业场景及现场工况，定义清晰的人机工程及可用性需求
Translate user needs and human factors requirements into engineering specifications and implementable design solutions 将用户需求及人机工程要求转化为工程设计规范及可实施方案
Optimize control layouts, seating systems, visibility, and physical interfaces to improve operator comfort, safety, and efficiency 优化操控布局、座椅系统、驾驶员视野及物理交互界面，提升操作舒适性、安全性及效率
Use 3D modeling, mock-ups, ergonomic simulation, and validation methods to develop and verify design concepts 使用3D建模、样机、人机工程仿真及验证方法，开发并验证设计方案
Conduct usability studies, field observations, and operator evaluations to identify issues and drive design improvements 开展可用性研究、现场观察及操作员评估，识别问题并推动设计改进
Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and system engineering teams to integrate ergonomic requirements into machine development 与机械、电气及系统工程团队协作，将人机工程要求融入整机开发过程
Apply ergonomics standards, safety requirements, and internal engineering guidelines to ensure compliant and robust design outcomes 应用人机工程标准、安全要求及内部工程规范，确保设计结果合规且可靠
Support prototype build, testing, validation, root cause analysis, and design optimization activities 支持样机搭建、测试验证、根因分析及设计优化工作
Prioritize tasks and deliver high-quality ergonomic design outputs across multiple projects 在多项目环境下合理安排优先级，并交付高质量的人机工程设计成果

Requirements / 任职要求：

 Demonstrated academic or practical foundation in Human Factors, Mechanical Engineering, Vehicle Engineering, or related fields 具备人机工程、机械工程、车辆工程等相关领域的专业知识基础或实践能力

 Ability to apply human factors, human-machine interaction, or operator environment design knowledge in industrial or vehicle-related scenarios 能够将人机工程、人机交互或操作环境设计知识应用于工业或车辆相关场景

 Working knowledge of ergonomics principles and capability to apply them to cab layout, control arrangement, and physical interaction design 掌握人机工程原理，并能够应用于驾驶室布局、操控布置及物理交互设计

 Strong systematic problem-solving capability, including issue identification, root cause analysis, and solution development 具备系统化问题解决能力，包括问题识别、根因分析及解决方案制定

 Ability to communicate design rationale clearly and collaborate effectively with cross-functional engineering stakeholders 能够清晰表达设计逻辑，并与跨职能工程相关方高效协作

 Ability to prioritize work, manage competing tasks, and drive execution in a multi-project environment 能够在多项目环境下安排优先级、管理并行任务并推动执行

 Engineering design capability to deliver practical ergonomic and operator environment solutions 具备工程设计能力，能够交付切实可行的人机工程及操作环境解决方案

 Hands-on capability with design and engineering tools, such as 3D modeling, simulation analysis, and design validation tools 具备设计与工程工具的实操能力，如3D建模、仿真分析及设计验证工具

 Capability to convert user insights and ergonomic requirements into engineering specifications, design concepts, and validation plans 能够将用户洞察及人机工程需求转化为工程规范、设计方案及验证计划

 Understanding of product development processes and ability to support design work from concept definition to production launch 理解产品开发流程，并能够支持从概念定义到量产导入阶段的设计工作

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Posting Dates:

June 16, 2026 - July 3, 2026

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

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