Embedded Software Engineering Specialist

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.

This specific role will have responsibility for leading and being a team member on multiple projects in Cat Technology's Machine Technology Platform Group. These projects will typically include evaluating new technologies, incorporating process improvements, or a variety of other initiatives related to subsystems on current and future Caterpillar machines. This individual will focus on improving and standardizing our documentation workflow, testing infrastructure, CI/CD/CT practices, and engineering visibility across RTOS and Linux-based embedded applications.

What You Will Do:

• Gather and analyze user/client requirements to create the software requirements for components and subsystems used across several products.
• Ensure design consistency throughout products by actively contributing to both product and software architecture discussions.
• Collaborate with system teams to identify gaps in the software development toolchain (requirements, build, CI/CD, test automation, etc.) that are used for embedded/Linux targets.
• Work closely with technology and tools teams to develop new processes, improve existing ones, and ensure alignment with the enterprise technical strategy.
• Manage end-to-end adoption and governance responsibilities while tracking and reporting essential quality and compliance performance indicators.
• Communicate project status and development timelines to stakeholders.
• Mentor team members, emphasizing strategy and alignment with organizational goals.

What You Will Have:

• Requirements Analysis: Proficiency in requirements analysis tools and techniques; ability to gather, assess, and document requirements for successful system or software projects.
• Analytical Thinking: Understanding and using methods and resources that support thorough analysis; ability to identify the underlying causes of technical issues and develop different solutions to address them.
• Software Development: Knowledge of software design and development tools and activities; ability to produce software products or systems in line with product requirements. Mentor and guide engineering teams, providing technical leadership on complex development efforts.
• Technical Troubleshooting: Knowledge of technical troubleshooting approaches, tools, and techniques; ability to anticipate, recognize, and resolve technical issues on hardware, software, applications, or operations.
• Effective Communications: Ability to clearly convey and interpret information using appropriate communication methods, tools, and techniques.

Top Candidates Will Have:

• Degree from an accredited program in Engineering, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering
• Skilled in using embedded software tools including, but not limited to: Ubuntu, AUTOSAR, Git, Jenkins, Artifactory, and Python.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle communications & diagnostics: CAN/CAN FD/LIN, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), and Automotive Ethernet.
• Knowledge of cellular, satellite, or IoT emerging technologies.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively with a diverse group.
• Demonstrated project planning, oversight, status tracking, and reporting skills
• Experience developing and validating embedded control solutions using tools like Matlab, CANape, Git, etc.

Additional Details:

• This position requires the candidate to work full-time at the Mossville, IL office.
• Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position.
• Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

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Summary Pay Range:

$128,470.00 - $192,710.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*

• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*

• 401(k) savings plans*

• Health Savings Account (HSA)*

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

• Health Lifestyle Programs*

• Employee Assistance Program*

• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

• Career Development*

• Incentive bonus*

• Disability benefits

• Life Insurance

• Parental leave

• Adoption benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

• These benefits also apply to part-time employees

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

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:

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

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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