Embedded Software Senior Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.•Peoria, IL

4d•$112,710 - $169,060•Onsite

About The Position

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 and 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.
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.

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 postion

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