Career Area:

Engineering

Job Description:

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.

Job Summary:

This is a position will develop concepts, designs and tests for complex software engineering projects for release to Caterpillar production machines in a manner to ensure products provide superior performance, durability, quality, and serviceability. We have a fabulous team that does some of the most exciting work at Caterpillar, and we can’t wait for you to join the team!! 

What You Will Do:

• Design, develop, document and test PC, on-board and factory support software
• Teach and assist other teams with troubleshooting and correcting issues
• Analyze code for optimizations
• Work across departments to evaluate software integration options

Education requirement:

Bachelor Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

What skills you will have:

Teamwork:

• Ability to communicate technical information effectively with team members
• Work with a cross functional team across different disciplines

Technical Excellence:

• Develop software in embedded C, C++ and python
• Working knowledge of RTOS systems 
• Usage of software test frameworks, such as GoogleTest and PyTest
• Usage of software archiving systems, such as Git
• Familiar with datalinks, such as CAN and Ethernet
• Working knowledge of object-oriented design

Technical Troubleshooting:

• Usage of debuggers (Lauderbach/GDB)
• Working knowledge of acquisition tools (Vector Canape, Vector Canalyzer, Wireshark)
• Working knowledge of on-machine, hardware in the loop and software in the loop methods of verification/validation of software

Top candidates will also have:

• Master's Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Computer Science
• Usage of wxPython
• Knowledge of the AUTOSAR standard and AUTOSAR tools (Vector DaVinci Configurator Pro and Dassault AUTOSAR Builder)
• Familiar with functional safety standards
• Familiar with Virtual Product Development process/tools 

Additional Information:

The location for this position is Mossville, IL

Relocation assistance is NOT available for this position.

This position will require 10% travel.

Visa sponsorship is available with this position.

What you will get:

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world. Here you earn more than just wage, because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides:

• Competitive Base Salary
• Annual incentive bonus plan*
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)
• 401k savings plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• Life Insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy Lifestyle Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (Ex. Accident, Identity Theft Protection)

*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines.

Final details:

Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.

For more information, visit caterpillar.com. To connect with us on social media, visit caterpillar.com/social-media

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Visa sponsorship available for eligible applicants.

Posting Dates:

August 14, 2024 - August 21, 2024

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.   

EEO/AA Employer.  All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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