Embedded Software Senior Engineer
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. Caterpillar’s Earthmoving Division (EMD) is hiring a Connectivity / Control Engineer (internally known as Embedded Software Senior Engineer) with expertise in machine telematics, off-board interfaces (i.e. VisionLink), and controls development. In this role you will work on the exciting and technically challenging New Technology team with focus on earthmoving products. This team is responsible for developing and demonstrating new technologies in areas of telematics, safety, productivity, remote control, semi-autonomous, and fully autonomous machine control systems. Desire is that you would have experience in both telematics and controls but open to candidates with skills in just one area with desire and willingness to learn the other.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
- Knowledge of software development tools and ability to produce software solutions in line with product requirements.
- Ability to get things done, utilize resources, and leverage partner support to achieve or exceed planned outcomes.
- 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.
- Ability to determine the root cause of problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with telematics hardware and software including ability to transmit data wirelessly
- Experience developing embedded real-time software or systems for mobile, earthmoving, agricultural, industrial, or off-highway applications
- Experience with Python, Matlab/Simulink, C++, and/or ROS.
- Experience with VisionLink interfaces
- Understanding of machine software systems, interfaces and data log files
- Previous Caterpillar Digital position
Responsibilities
- Lead Telematic focused new technology solution development for EMD
- Refine or develop software requirements for the control and telematics systems
- Develop algorithms for sensing, planning, and control to support machine automation
- Integrate controls into embedded software
- Plan and execute software and controls tests on machine to confirm they meet solution and customer requirements.
- Align telematics strategy with partners in Cat Digital, Cat Technology, PG Business Units
- Telematics expert to represent EMD for corporate telematics strategy and execution
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
