Electronic Systems Verification & Validation Senior Engineer

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.

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you’re joining a global team who care not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers and future work 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.

Cat Technology collaborates with partners across the Caterpillar enterprise to advance technologies including autonomy and automation, which helps enhance site safety, productivity and efficiency across customer operations worldwide. Cat Technology also owns enterprise-wide initiatives in innovation, research and development, manufacturing automation and advanced materials, ensuring Caterpillar continues to lead the industry in technological excellence and engineering innovation.

As an Electronic Systems Verification and Validation Senior Engineer for Caterpillar’s Intelligent Machine Systems team within the CAT Technology Division (Mossville, IL – Building AC) you're responsible for verifying and validating embedded software that goes onto our MTTT machines. You will develop deep expertise in Caterpillar’s electrical and electronic systems and use both Software in the Loop (SiL) and Hardware in the Loop (HiL) methodologies to execute system integration testing. Your work ensures the delivery of high-quality software to our internal and external customers.

Additional Information:

• Location: Mossville, IL (United States)
• Required Travel: Up to 10% (Domestic)
• Relocation Assistance Offered: Domestic
• US Work Sponsorship Offered: Yes

What You Will Do:

• Work alongside our MTTT team lead, MTTT team members and offshore team members to implement processes and activities associated with the design and testing of SiL and HiL benches for machine level integration testing
• Ensure all test infrastructure is properly version controlled and documented, including harness documentation, bench design and setup, Matlab and plant models, ControlDesk layouts, and other test related activities
• Work with MTTT test lead, machine system coordinators, and electronic system design engineers to define testing priorities and determine test coverage
• Work with system engineers to understand machine feature requirements, develop test plans, implement test plans, perform testing regression, document test result and troubleshoot new software features as needed
• Perform software regression, delta content testing, and properly document test results to meet compliance with functional safety requirements and ISO 9001 requirements
• Document test process and results; prepare and analyze software defect-tracking reports
• Develop product-testing procedures such as identification and implementation of new bench capabilities by participating in selecting the next generation of test environment and tools
• Develop automated test scripts to improve testing efficiency in both the HiL and SiL environments

What You Will Have (Basic Requirements):

• Education Requirement: Degree or advanced degree in an accredited Engineering degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science

• Technical Excellence: Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.
  

• Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
  

• Effective Communications: 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.

What Will Set You Apart (Top Candidates Will Have):

• Strong hands-on experience with dSPACE test equipment and Automation Desk
• Strong experience with Opal test equipment
• Strong experience with SIL and Googletest
• Strong experience with software version control such as Git & Ivy
• Strong experience with Python scripting such as PyTest
• Software development experience utilizing C, C++, or Simulink
• Solid working experience in the design, development, or testing of embedded systems.
• Excellent working knowledge of product testing approaches, techniques and tools; ability to design, plan and execute testing for L6 machine level software integration
• Excellent working knowledge of dSPACE hardware, ControlDesk, Automation Desk, Matlab/Simulink for IO simulation of sensor components and plant modelling, and Dynasty for closed-loop testing.
• Excellent knowledge of designing and commission complex HiL test benches using dSPACE hardware and other hardware as needed.
• Excellent working knowledge of CAN, J1939, Ethernet, TCP/IP, LIN, and other datalink protocols for software integration testing.
• Excellent working knowledge of CAN Based data acquisition tools (such as Vector CANape and CANalyzer or equivalent)
• Excellent working knowledge in Python and C/C++ for test script automation
• Advise and work with global team members to troubleshoot and design next generation HiL benches
• Mentor junior engineers to improve their technical proficiency to improve team’s overall performance
• Complete tasks with high precision, accuracy, and quality
• Good working knowledge of the embedded software development cycle

What You Will Get:

Through it all, we are one team – creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition. Learn more about the Caterpillar Experience.

About Caterpillar:

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

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Summary Pay Range:

$112,710.00 - $169,060.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*

• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*

• 401(k) savings plans*

• Health Savings Account (HSA)*

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

• Health Lifestyle Programs*

• Employee Assistance Program*

• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

• Career Development*

• Incentive bonus*

• Disability benefits

• Life Insurance

• Parental leave

• Adoption benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

• These benefits also apply to part-time employees

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa sponsorship is available for eligible applicants.

Posting Dates:

April 28, 2026 - May 6, 2026

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

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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