Software Engineer - OPT EAD/STEM OPT

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Mossville, IL, United States
5 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Temporary to permanent
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
3 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

C (Programming Language) Java (Programming Language) JavaScript (Programming Language) Algorithm Design Artificial Neural Networks C++ (Programming Language) Computer Programming Software Debugging Linux Embedded Software Fuzzy Logic Python (Programming Language)
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MATLAB Real-Time Operating Systems Software Engineering Software Systems Stateflow Real Time Systems Git Lauterbach Debugger Software Version Control

Job description

Caterpillar is looking for a Software Engineer 3 to support the Advanced Controls and Condition Monitoring team. The role focuses on control algorithm development, software development, simulation, and validation using SIL, HIL, and machine testing. Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and analyze control algorithms and software.
  • Perform SIL and HIL simulations and validate software on machines.
  • Develop, test, evaluate, and deploy control and diagnostic solutions.
  • Troubleshoot and debug embedded software.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams and communicate technical results.
  • Participate in code/model reviews and software releases.

Requirements

  • Master’s degree required in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
  • 3+ years of industry experience.
  • PhD preferred.
  • Bachelor’s degree alone is not acceptable.

Top Required Skills

  • Strong MATLAB/Simulink, Stateflow, Simscape Power Systems, and co-simulation experience.
  • Knowledge of control theory, PID, nonlinear control, adaptive/sliding-mode control, neural networks, or fuzzy logic.
  • Experience with embedded software and real-time operating systems/Linux.

Additional Technical Skills

  • Debugging tools such as Lauterbach, CANape, and CANalyzer.
  • Git/version control.
  • Programming experience with C, C++, Python, Java, or JavaScript.
  • Generator/engine controls experience is a plus.
  • Experience with hybrid energy systems is a plus.

Ideal Candidate A controls/software engineer with a Master’s degree, strong MATLAB/Simulink and control-system experience, and hands-on experience with embedded software, real-time systems, SIL/HIL testing, and C/C++/Python. Work Environment: Approximately 90% office; PPE required when working around machines.

About the company

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