App Engineer

Caterpillar•Clayton, NC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The position supports the development and integration of high-voltage electrical systems for electrified machine platforms. It translates machine and system requirements into detailed electrical designs and supports integration of power sources, drivetrain systems, and accessory components. The work includes electrical system design, wiring and harness development, design auditing, troubleshooting, commissioning, and validation, while developing expertise in machine electrification. The engineer collaborates with technical professionals, suppliers, technicians, and cross-functional teams to resolve issues and support rapid electrification development initiatives. The role is based at Caterpillar’s Machine Development Center in Clayton, North Carolina, and requires working onsite five days per week. Limited domestic and international travel of up to 10% may be required. Domestic relocation assistance is offered; visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

Experience designing, installing, and/or troubleshooting electrical wiring and harness systems, including electrical schematics, components, and system integration.
Ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams to develop solutions and resolve technical issues on prototype and development machines.
Working knowledge of machine electrical components, CAN communications, datalink network architectures, and electrical system validation methods such as FMEA.
Experience using Creo and Visualization Mockup to develop and review electrical system designs, including auditing wiring harness routing and installations in 3D models and on-machine.
Enthusiasm for electrification and emerging technologies, with willingness to continuously learn and adapt.
Accuracy and attention to detail, including precision, quality assurance, and effective cross-checking.
Analytical thinking and ability to investigate discrepancies, identify root causes, compare options, and recommend solutions.
Effective communication skills, including writing reports, giving presentations, listening to feedback, and communicating appropriately with varied audiences.
Problem-solving experience, including capturing lessons learned, coordinating resolution efforts, and developing solutions to significant problems.
Working knowledge of relevant technology and ability to provide technical solutions, apply standards, and keep technical knowledge current.
A bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, computer, automotive, or a related engineering discipline; equivalent engineering experience is also considered.

Nice To Haves

Experience developing and integrating high-voltage electrical systems for electrified machines or vehicles, including machine-level integration of powertrain and accessory systems.
Success troubleshooting, commissioning, and validating prototype or development machines to identify root causes and resolve complex electrical system issues.
Experience with high-voltage safety standards, risk assessments, system validation, and safe commissioning of prototype machines.
Expertise in wiring harness design, Creo Schematics, and developing common electrical architectures and component strategies across multiple machine platforms.

Responsibilities

Develop high-voltage electrical system architectures and translate machine and system requirements into detailed electrical designs for electrified machine platforms.
Design high-voltage cable and harness systems, including cable sizing, fusing coordination, routing, fabrication, and assembly.
Integrate power sources, electric drivetrains, and accessory systems into prototype and testbed machines to support rapid electrification initiatives.
Support component selection, electrical design reviews, testing, risk assessments, and overall system performance validation.
Commission, troubleshoot, and validate electrical systems; resolve issues while ensuring compliance with applicable safety and regulatory standards.
Collaborate with suppliers, global engineering teams, and cross-functional partners to resolve technical issues and support electrification best practices.
Work with engineers and technicians on high-voltage electrical systems and safety requirements, promoting safe work practices.
Monitor advancements in electrification technologies and apply insights to improve system designs, development processes, and engineering standards.
Capture lessons learned, document technical findings, and communicate project outcomes and recommendations to engineering and business stakeholders.