Connectivity Component Senior Engineer

Caterpillar•Mossville, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Connectivity Component Senior Engineer contributes to electronic component design projects for customer- and dealer-facing connectivity solutions, including cellular, satellite, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and UWB, within Cat Technology. Caterpillar connectivity uses machine and engine data to provide customer recommendations and insights, including condition monitoring and fleet management services. The role defines and manages connectivity hardware requirements using input from customers, dealers, the business, and regulatory sources. It leads the design and development of connectivity hardware products and supplier engagement, and works with enterprise technical teams to maintain consistency between system and hardware requirements. The position collaborates with Cat Technology teams on product design, implementation of new technologies, and evaluation of emerging technology solutions. It also plans and conducts performance and reliability testing, investigates technical issues, and coordinates communication with stakeholders. The position is full-time at Caterpillar’s Mossville, Illinois office and may require up to 10% travel. Domestic relocation assistance is available. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

Knowledge of effective communication concepts, tools, and techniques, with the ability to accurately convey and interpret ideas, information, and needs.
Knowledge of a technology and its application methods, and ability to develop solutions to significant technical challenges.
Knowledge of electronics engineering and ability to design, test, and manufacture electronic circuits, components, and devices.
Knowledge of reliability management and ability to use tools, techniques, methodologies, and metrics to meet hardware product performance and reliability objectives.
Knowledge of supplier management processes and methods, and ability to apply supplier relationship and transaction management skills.
Ability to communicate technical information effectively with team members, other work groups, employees in other business units, customers, and suppliers.

Nice To Haves

An engineering degree in engineering, electrical or mechanical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent experience.
Experience with electronic component products, component integration, and product quality management.
Experience with component product development in the automotive, construction, or mining industry.
Supplier management experience.
Familiarity with manufacturing processes, audits and controls, defect containment, and risk assessment and mitigation using leading indicators.
Knowledge and experience with connectivity or telematics product lines.
Knowledge and awareness of IoT standards, regulations, and regional requirements.
Demonstrated analytical skills and ability to perform complex assignments.
Electronic component, information systems, and machine systems development experience and knowledge.

Responsibilities

Oversee compliance with development processes and regulations for electrical and electronic systems and components.
Investigate and troubleshoot technical issues related to electrical and electronic systems and components.
Manage vendors of electrical and electronic equipment for the development of systems and components.
Mentor craftsmen, technicians, and engineers in the development of electrical and electronic systems and components.
Define and manage hardware requirements.
Generate hardware requirements using customer, dealer, business, and regulatory input.
Lead the design and development of connectivity hardware products and supplier engagement.
Ensure consistency between system and hardware requirements in coordination with enterprise technical teams.
Plan and conduct performance and reliability testing.
Coordinate stakeholder communication.
Collaborate with Cat Technology teams on product design, implementation of new technologies, and evaluation of emerging technology solutions.