Design Engineer – Software/Control Development (Electric Rope Shovels) jobs in United States
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Caterpillar Inc. · 1 day ago

Design Engineer – Software/Control Development (Electric Rope Shovels)

Caterpillar Inc. is a global leader in engineering and innovation, focused on building sustainable communities. They are seeking a Software/Control Development Engineer to drive innovation in Electric Rope Shovel systems by designing and implementing software solutions that meet customer and business expectations.

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Responsibilities

Design and implement robust, scalable software solutions to satisfy customer and business expectations
Writing clear, structured, and well-documented software requirements
Developing control logic using PLC and HMI
Providing technical expertise on PLC/HMI systems and embedded software technologies
Create, Develop, and execute test plans to validate software on benches and machines
Support ERS CPI, aftermarket, and NPI activities
Collaboration with partner teams to ensure timely delivery

Qualification

Software DevelopmentPLC ProgrammingHMI DevelopmentMATLAB SimulinkCC++Siemens Step 7Allen Bradley PLC5Analytical ThinkingMultitasking MasteryTechnical ExcellenceCAD & Engineering ToolsProduct Design & DevelopmentEffective Communication

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited institution
Hands-on experience in software development

Preferred

Experience with Siemens Step 7 and WinCC
Experience with Allen Bradley PLC5 and FactoryTalk
Background in off-highway trucks and/or mining equipment
Experience of MATLAB Simulink, C, and C++

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

Company

Caterpillar Inc.

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For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$3.51B
Key Investors
US Department of EnergyAdvanced Propulsion Centre UK
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3.5B
2024-10-31Grant· $5.04M
2019-06-23Grant

Leadership Team

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George Moubayed
Chief Sustainability and Strategy Officer / Senior Vice President Enterprise Strategy Division
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Eric Sporre
Vice President & Global Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
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