Senior Associate Testing and Validation Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.•Green Valley, AZ

5d•$89,210 - $133,810•Onsite

About The Position

Caterpillar’s Resource Industries division is seeking a Senior Associate Testing and Validation Engineer to support the Electrification Team at our Tucson Proving Ground in Green Valley, AZ. This role is central to advancing battery electric machines and charging solutions including Cat® Dynamic Energy Transfer (DET), helping to support Caterpillar customer’s transition to a more sustainable future. Your primary focus will be on directly supporting the Cat® Dynamic Energy Transfer (DET), system. You will ensure proper system functionality and meet Caterpillar’s high quality standards and customer expectations. You won’t just test solutions—you’ll influence the future of sustainable mining.

Requirements

Experience in testing or validation within heavy equipment, automotive, or industrial machinery.
Experience designing and executing testing strategies.
Ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues related to machine software and controls.
Use tools such as CAT Electronic Technician, CANape, and Cadet for machine functionality.
Accuracy and Attention to Detail
Analytical Thinking
Decision Making and Critical Thinking
Effective Communication
Project Management
Degree in an accredited Engineering, Computer Science, or related engineering or technology discipline.
Ability to work on your feet for extended periods in varied conditions (indoor/outdoor, hot/cold, dusty).
Ability to safely operate equipment after training.

Nice To Haves

Experience with construction, forestry, mining or agricultural equipment is a plus.
Experience with developing, operating, troubleshooting and improving Cat® Dynamic Energy Transfer or similar energy transfer solutions and methodologies
Experience with TCE, DATK, SuperComm 2, Cadet, Caterpillar Electronic Technician, CANape, and electrical troubleshooting.
Strong computer skills and ability to manage multiple software applications.
Background in product development, machine testing, mining, or electrical/electronic systems.

Responsibilities

Plan and execute testing and development for current and next generation charging solutions for capable vehicles and assets.
Make safety your top priority and champion continuous improvement in every aspect of electrification testing.
Use tools like Excel, Tableau, (Data Analysis Tool Kit) DATK, CANape and Microsoft Office to turn raw data into actionable insights.
Apply your hands-on skills and technical knowledge to troubleshoot and validate a variety of complex electrical, electronic, and software systems.
Collaborate with extended engineering, software and technology teams, develop test plans, document standard work procedures, execute checkouts and validation activities, and analyze results.
Document and share ideas to enhance safety, efficiency, product performance, and customer value.
Work closely with on-site engineers, technicians, and operators to deliver projects on time and within budget.