Collaborate with engine, hydraulic, mechanical, and software engineering teams to optimize system performance and reliability of Small Wheel loaders
Translate machine-level functional requirements into detailed software and hardware specifications.
Perform on-machine evaluation of controls, automation, and user interface solutions to ensure feasibility and performance targets are met.
Drive continuous improvement in control system architecture, diagnostics, and operator interface.
Stay current with emerging technologies in autonomy, electrification, connectivity, and machine automation.
What You Have (Basic Qualifications)
Degree requirement: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science (Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Robotics, or related field preferred).
Technical Troubleshooting: Extensive experience in controls engineering, preferably in off-highway, construction, mining, or automotive equipment. Strong understanding of hydraulic systems, electronic control modules, and embedded software development.
Communicating Complex Concepts: Must have strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to communicate technical information effectively to a culturally diverse work group.
Analytical Thinking: Ability to identify critical gaps, next actions, and act to resolve issues with minimal oversight. An emphasis on initiative, data analysis, and strong technical insight.
Decision-Making and Critical Thinking: Ability to evaluate alternatives with multiple stakeholders, distinguish between the technical content and organizational context of a decision, anticipate risks, and make timely, informed recommendations.
Product Development: Knowledge of product-development methodologies and the associated requirements, design, integration, testing, production, and support activities needed to deliver new or enhanced products.
Top Candidates Will Have
Proven experience with on-machine tuning of complex control and hydraulic systems, including system-level ownership of requirements, performance, and customer outcomes.
Experience translating customer, competitive, field, and engineering insights into successful product improvements.
Demonstrated success leading complex technology, performance, or integration projects from concept through production by communicating effectively, building alignment, and influencing stakeholders across engineering, product, commercial, and manufacturing organizations.
Software and controls design experience, including the ability to interpret and evaluate implementations developed in MATLAB, C, and Simulink.
Previous experience with hydraulic system design or testing.
Experience using Vector CANape to adjust control parameters and operating construction machines to validate the resulting machine behavior.
Experience with ADAS systems or Machine collision mitigation system development is a plus
Ability to facilitate collaboration across global teams and resolve complex technical issues.
Additional Info
Office Model: This position requires a 5-day-a-week in-office schedule.
Travel: 5–10% domestic and international travel expected.
Relocation: Domestic relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.
Visa Sponsorship: Not available.
Summary Pay Range
$128,470.00 - $192,710.00
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 not available for this position.
Posting Dates
November 5, 2026 - November 19, 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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