Embedded Software Senior Engineer

Caterpillar's Earthmoving Division (EMD) is hiring a Connectivity / Control Engineer (internally known as Embedded Software Senior Engineer) with expertise in machine telematics, off-board interfaces (i.e. VisionLink), and controls development. In this role you will work on the exciting and technically challenging New Technology team with focus on earthmoving products. This team is responsible for developing and demonstrating new technologies in areas of telematics, safety, productivity, remote control, semi-autonomous, and fully autonomous machine control systems. Desire is that you would have experience in both telematics and controls but open to candidates with skills in just one area with desire and willingness to learn the other.

What You'll Do (Job Duties)

• Lead Telematic focused new technology solution development for EMD
• Refine or develop software requirements for the control and telematics systems
• Develop algorithms for sensing, planning, and control to support machine automation
• Integrate controls into embedded software
• Plan and execute software and controls tests on machine to confirm they meet solution and customer requirements.
• Align telematics strategy with partners in Cat Digital, Cat Technology, PG Business Units
• Telematics expert to represent EMD for corporate telematics strategy and execution

• Degree Requirement: Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• Software Development: Knowledge of software development tools and ability to produce software solutions in line with product requirements.
• Producing Results: Ability to get things done, utilize resources, and leverage partner support to achieve or exceed planned outcomes.
• Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication and ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to determine the root cause of 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.

Top Candidates Will Also Have

• Experience with telematics hardware and software including ability to transmit data wirelessly
• Experience developing embedded real-time software or systems for mobile, earthmoving, agricultural, industrial, or off-highway applications
• Experience with Python, Matlab/Simulink, C++, and/or ROS.
• Experience with VisionLink interfaces
• Understanding of machine software systems, interfaces and data log files
• Previous Caterpillar Digital postion

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

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