Embedded Software Engineer (robotics)

Looking for an Embedded Software Engineer 2 to support Caterpillar’s autonomous mining haulage systems. The engineer will work with the system integration team on robotics, autonomy, electronic systems, requirements, troubleshooting, and system-level design. Key Responsibilities

• Support onboard system design for autonomous haulage machines.
• Analyze requirements and develop technical solutions.
• Evaluate design tradeoffs, risks, and benefits.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system-level issues.
• Coordinate with software, hardware, validation, and engineering teams.
• Create technical/design documentation.
• Support hardware integration and validation activities.
• Work with global teams and occasional customer/proving-ground sites.

• 2 4 years of engineering experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent
• Robotics/autonomous systems experience
• Experience with robotic hardware and electronic systems
• Requirements decomposition and solution development
• Troubleshooting and issue investigation
• Technical documentation
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Experience with engineering/development processes

Preferred Skills

• C++ / Python
• Linux
• CAN / Ethernet
• Simulation and validation tools
• Functional Safety / SOTIF
• Data analysis
• Mining, construction, agricultural, or heavy equipment experience
• Caterpillar product experience