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.

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking an accomplished Senior Software and Controls Lead (internally recognized as Machine, Systems Integration Senior Engineering Specialist) with expertise in electrical systems. This role requires technical leadership in the design of state-of-the-art electrical control systems and the seamless integration of electrical and mechanical systems.

As a pivotal member of the New Technology team, you will focus on earthmoving products, tackling exciting and technically challenging projects. This team spearheads the identification, development, and demonstration of automation technologies, often integrating information systems, safety systems, remote services, remote control, and semi-autonomous machine control systems.

Lead teams dedicated to developing, integrating, and testing complex systems with a strong emphasis on machine safety and productivity. Your leadership will be instrumental in delivering differentiated product value to our global customers.

What You Will Do:

• Collaborate across diverse business units and roles to align and flawlessly execute solution strategies, ensuring cohesive and unified efforts.

• Leverage your extensive expertise in electrical systems to spearhead the design of advanced electrical control systems, ensuring seamless integration with mechanical systems.

• Develop and define innovative solution strategies, crafting comprehensive plans to transform concepts into tangible on-machine demonstrations.

• Effectively communicate with stakeholders, providing clear and concise information, and proactively addressing and resolving issues to maintain project momentum.

What You Have (Basic Qualifications):

• Education : Bachelor’s degree in engineering (electrical degree strongly desired)

• Deep Electrical Systems Expertise : Provides technical leadership in designing advanced electrical control systems and integrating electrical and mechanical systems.

• Strategy : Ability to define solution strategy and create plan to take solution from concept to on-machine demonstration

• Collaboration : Demonstrated ability to working across organizations and roles to align and execute strategy

• Leadership: Demonstrated ability directing project staffing; motivating and developing project team and team members.

• Communication : Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with stakeholders and participating functional areas; addressing and resolving problems.

• Solutions : Previous experience with Safety Features, Remote Services, Remote Control, Productivity, or Electronic Architecture solutions

Top Candidates Will Have :

• New Technology Introduction (NTI) or New Product Introduction (NPI) experience

• Demonstrated ability bringing technology solutions to market for customer driven features (construction/automotive industry)

• SW development creation experience

• Electrical System Architecture experience including creating/reading electrical schematics

• Experience working with electronics including ECM’s, Product Link, IMU’s, Cameras, Radar, Remote Control, and GNSS

Additional Info :

• Domestic relocation is available to Peoria, IL only for those who qualify.

• ISE assignments are not available.

• Visa sponsorship is not available.

What You Will Get:

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.

Here you earn more than just a salary because we value your performance. We offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits [medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401(k)] along with the potential of an annual bonus.

Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date).

About Caterpillar:

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

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Relocation is available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Posting Dates:

September 20, 2024 - September 30, 2024

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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