Embedded Software Engineering Specialist

Caterpillar Inc.•Mossville, IL

1d•$128,470 - $192,710•Onsite

About The Position

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. Cat Technology | System Diagnostic section is looking for a person to serve as a Systems Engineer - Embedded Software Specialist. The individual hired for this position will design, develop, and deliver IO processing software for Caterpillar NPI programs. This individual works in close collaboration with cross-functional teams consisting of hardware engineers, software engineers, and system engineers. As a part of the System Diagnostics team, this individual will focus on implementing on-board diagnostics solutions that will help minimize product downtime along with providing value added Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) and related service features.

Requirements

Requirements Analysis: Knowledge of tools, methods, and techniques of requirement analysis; ability to elicit, analyze and record required business functionality and non-functionality requirements to ensure the success of a system or software development project.
Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
Software Development: Knowledge of software design and development tools and activities; ability to produce software products or systems in line with product requirements.
Technical Troubleshooting: Knowledge of technical troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, recognize, and resolve technical issues on hardware, software, application or operation

Nice To Haves

4-year degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics Technology or a related field from an accredited school
Extensive engineering experience is typically aligned with the seniority for this position
Understanding of embedded programming languages (C or C++) and Matlab/Simulink.
Strong foundation in system software development, including validation of embedded systems and diagnostics
Ability to facilitate highly collaborative worldwide teams in multiple organizations and functions to drive results and resolve complex issues.
The candidate must be detail oriented and a proven “self starter,” with a strong record of achievement and results.

Responsibilities

Design, development, and enhancement of system diagnostics software.
Lead multiple programs and be responsible for identifying deliverables, specifying and tracking budget, developing the software and performing verification testing
Design and implement electronic control systems including all input and output components wired to the electronic control module to ensure compatibility, determine failure modes, and develop on-board diagnostic strategies
Creation of detailed software specs from high level customer requirements
Identification and resolution of software defects, and proper issue list submissions and management