Engineering Manager, Platform Software

Caterpillar Inc.•Mossville, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

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. Job Summary: The Core Embedded Software division is seeking a leader to fill the position of Engineering Manager for the Platform Software section. This position provides people and technical leadership for a team of about 20 Cat and Agency team members located in Mossville, IL along with providing product line direction for global resources. This position manages an annual global budget in the range of $6M to $7M. This team has responsibility for delivery of FPGA & board support package software for the electronic control modules utilized across the breadth of Caterpillar product lines. This position will interact regularly with systems teams & managers to focus on clarifying requirements & system integration impacts, optimizing controller performance, and ensuring proper validation of the software.

Requirements

Managing People: Knowledge of processes involved in managing people; ability to lead successful teams, and diligently address issues related to performance and conflicts at the workplace.
Collaborating Globally: Knowledge of effective collaboration techniques and ability to build networks with people from different countries and cultures, think and work with them to bring positive impact and flourishing business results.
Communicating for Impact: Knowledge of concepts, tools and techniques for effective listening and communicating; ability to apply these theories to receive, transmit and accurately interpret information and ideas to influence others in various situations.
Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
Customer/Market Focus: Understanding of the importance of remaining aware of shifting market priorities and ability to respond to internal and external customer needs in a manner that consistently adds value.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in an accredited Engineering or Computer Science curriculum
15+ years of engineering experience, in roles of increasing responsibility
Electronics systems, hardware, or software development experience
Experience with the New Product Introduction (NPI) process
Supervisory and global team leadership experience
Demonstrated strong technical and analytical skills

Responsibilities

Leadership of the Platform Software section
Provide people leadership, drive career development, and act as a mentor for a diverse multi-functional team
Lead the global work group to meet clients’ objectives for delivery of FPGA & Platform Software
Collaborate with and communicate results to the Machine & Engine Systems teams
Work with members of the Senior Technology Leadership Forum (STLF) to prioritize information related projects that will benefit the Caterpillar enterprise
Work with Cat Electronics Chief Engineers, Tech Stewards, clients, and process partners to develop roadmaps and strategies for Platform Software
Manage staffing and delivery execution across numerous ECM platforms in alignment with sponsor affordability