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At a glance
Caterpillar is hiring a Embedded Software Engineering Specialist in Mossville, IL. It is a full-time role in Software & IT, first listed on November 3. The advertised pay is $128,470–$192,710 a year. The description mentions Embedded C, C++ and MATLAB. Caterpillar has 99 other openings in the US, 15 of them in Mossville, IL. Across all employers on USA Jobs 24 there are 12 Software & IT openings in Mossville, IL today; the typical one asks for 3 years and advertises about $161,000 a year at the midpoint.
How the pay compares
Caterpillar advertises $128,470 to $192,710 a year, a midpoint of $160,590 a year. Where an offer lands in a range usually depends on experience and on the exact location. That is lower than about 62% of the 175 software & IT jobs in Illinois that publish a yearly rate on USA Jobs 24, where the typical midpoint is $184,000 a year. To see roughly what this leaves after federal and Illinois tax, try our take-home pay calculator.
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Caterpillar has 100 openings on USA Jobs 24 today across 20 states. Most are in software & IT (31), engineering & mfg (15) and operations (11). The biggest locations are Irving, TX (18), Mossville, IL (16) and Decatur, IL (7). None of them is fully remote, 18% are open to entry-level candidates and 99% show pay. We collect Caterpillar's jobs every day straight from its own careers system (Workday), never from job boards or agencies.
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Career Area:
EngineeringJob 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.
Cat Technology System Diagnostic team is seeking an Embedded Software Engineering Specialist. The individual hired for this position will design, develop, and deliver IO processing software for Caterpillar NPI programs. This individual works in close collaboration with cross-functional teams consisting of hardware engineers, software engineers, and system engineers. As a part of the System Diagnostics team, this individual will focus on implementing on-board diagnostics solutions that will help minimize product downtime along with providing value added Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) and related service features.
What You Will Do:
- Design, development, and enhancement of system diagnostics software.
- Lead multiple programs and be responsible for identifying deliverables, specifying and tracking budget, developing the software and performing verification testing
- Design and implement electronic control systems including all input and output components wired to the electronic control module to ensure compatibility, determine failure modes, and develop on-board diagnostic strategies
- Creation of detailed software specs from high level customer requirements
- Identification and resolution of software defects, and proper issue list submissions and management
What you will have:
- Requirements Analysis: Knowledge of tools, methods, and techniques of requirement analysis; ability to elicit, analyze and record required business functionality and non-functionality requirements to ensure the success of a system or software development project.
- 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.
- Software Development: Knowledge of software design and development tools and activities; ability to produce software products or systems in line with product requirements.
- Technical Troubleshooting: Knowledge of technical troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, recognize, and resolve technical issues on hardware, software, application or operation
Consideration for top candidates:
- A bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics Technology or a related field from an accredited school
- Extensive engineering experience is typically aligned with the seniority for this position
- Understanding of embedded programming languages (C or C++) and Matlab/Simulink.
- Strong foundation in system software development, including validation of embedded systems and diagnostics
- Ability to facilitate highly collaborative worldwide teams in multiple organizations and functions to drive results and resolve complex issues.
- The candidate must be detail oriented and a proven “self starter,” with a strong record of achievement and results.
Additional Details:
- This position requires the candidate to work full-time at the Mossville, IL office.
- Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position.
- Visa sponsorship is NOT available with this position.
- This position will require up to 10% travel
Summary Pay Range:
$128,470.00 - $192,710.00Compensation 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:
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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