Control Systems Engineering Specialist

Caterpillar Inc.•Clayton, NC

1d•$128,470 - $192,710•Onsite

About The Position

This position within Caterpillar’s Integrated Machine Systems team supports the design and development of Tech Platform 1.0 electronic systems for Telehandler applications in Building Construction products. The role ensures application software is released to production with superior performance, durability, quality, and serviceability. The specialist works both as an individual contributor and as part of a cross-functional team supporting Telehandler machine products. The role requires understanding telehandler applications, machine and display electronics, and their integration on the machines. As Telehandler System Coordinator, the specialist serves as the primary technical liaison between product groups and engineering teams, defining requirements, coordinating system integration, and supporting successful delivery of machine electronics systems. The position is based onsite in Clayton, North Carolina, five days per week, with 10% travel. Relocation assistance is available. Visa sponsorship is not available. The stated summary pay range is $128,470 to $192,710.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related engineering field.
Solid experience in software development, embedded controls, machine systems, or related engineering disciplines.
Demonstrated technical leadership and project coordination skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
Proven ability to communicate technical information effectively to diverse audiences, including team members, leadership, customers, and suppliers.
Knowledge of analytical thinking, including determining root causes and developing alternative solutions.
Ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly and appropriately for the audience.
Knowledge of problem-solving approaches, tools, and techniques and ability to apply them in diverse situations.
Knowledge of effective technology-advising methods and ability to advise clients on products, technologies, services, and solutions in a technology domain.
Conceptual reasoning ability to identify critical ideas and interdependencies among system elements that affect performance.
Knowledge of embedded systems and ability to develop systems of varying complexity to control machine operations.
Knowledge of requirements-analysis tools and techniques, including eliciting, analyzing, and recording functional and non-functional requirements.
Knowledge of product-development methodologies, tools, and techniques, including designing, building, and managing manufacturing of new products.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Git.
Experience with MATLAB/Simulink and C.
Experience with CANape and CANalyzer.
Experience with the Cat ET Service Tool.
Experience with Ethernet-based communication systems.
Experience with CAN / SAE J1939 networks.
Experience troubleshooting electrical and electronic control systems.
Experience with machines, engines, or embedded control system development.
Knowledge of Caterpillar diagnostic and event systems.
Knowledge of service tools, SuperCom II, and Vector-based development tools.
Experience with safety-critical systems and functional safety concepts.
Experience coordinating cross-functional New Product Introduction (NPI) activities.

Responsibilities

Coordinate Integrated Machine Systems support for product group activities.
Document requirements and supporting information needed for regulatory compliance.
Support software verification on test benches and machines.
Configure and maintain test bench hardware and software environments.
Develop, execute, and document verification and validation test plans.
Evaluate and support development of new machine safety features.
Gather, document, and manage feature requirements and specifications.
Provide technical support for machine development programs.
Lead or support troubleshooting and resolution of software and system defects.
Coordinate integration of electronic control modules, sensors, displays, and third-party components.
Communicate technical information to clients, team members, suppliers, process partners, and leadership.
Support product releases through system verification, issue resolution, and production implementation.
Provide technical leadership for Telehandler electronics integration through concept development, verification, and production release.
Lead cross-functional teams in defining system requirements, resolving technical issues, and delivering solutions that meet product objectives, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations.
Drive alignment among product groups, software teams, electronics teams, validation teams, suppliers, and process partners to integrate machine safety features successfully.
Provide technical stewardship of electronics systems integration, influence design decisions, and promote organizational best practices.
Own system-level performance, quality, timing, and issue resolution throughout the product lifecycle.
Identify technical risks and lead mitigation activities to reduce impacts on cost, quality, delivery, and customer satisfaction.
Promote safety by ensuring designs, requirements, and validation activities support safe machine operation and applicable standards and regulations.
Mentor and support engineers and team members through technical coaching, knowledge sharing, and collaborative problem solving.