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Caterpillar Inc. · 2 months ago

Senior Telematics Component Engineering Specialist

Mossville, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$126K/yr - $189K/yr

6+ years exp

Caterpillar Inc. is a global team focused on building sustainable communities and advancing technologies. They are seeking a Senior Telematics Component Engineering Specialist to design, develop, and test electrical and electronic components with a focus on wireless communications technologies.

ConstructionMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingMechanical Engineering

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead the design and development of wireless communication components, including radio wave propagation analysis, bandwidth and frequency constraint management, and signal collection strategies

Oversee compliance with development processes and regulations for electrical, electronic, and wireless systems and components

Investigate and troubleshoot technical issues related to communications systems, circuits, devices, and microcontroller-based platforms

Manage and negotiate with vendors for the development of wireless and electronic systems and components

Mentor technicians and engineers in the development of wireless communication systems and electronic components

Utilize advanced simulation and design tools such as MATLAB (RF/Comms Toolbox), ANSYS HFSS, and CAD software for product design and analysis

Develop and test electronic circuits and devices, including analog and digital designs, with consideration for wireless signal integrity and reliability

Apply programming skills in Python and C++ for embedded systems, signal processing, and automation tasks

Guide reliability management efforts, utilizing statistical measures and evaluation metrics to ensure hardware product performance in wireless environments

Direct troubleshooting efforts for complex communications and integration problems in multi-vendor and multi-technology environments

Qualification

Wireless communication designMATLAB (RF/Comms Toolbox)Signal processingTroubleshooting hardwarePythonC++Microcontroller experienceProject ManagementRelationship ManagementEffective Communication

Required

Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Materials Science, or a related accredited curriculum. Or equivalent experience

Project Management experience

Technical Excellence: Hands‑on proficiency using MATLAB (RF/Comms Toolbox), ANSYS HFSS, and/or Linux OS, and scripting languages such as Python or C++ to support hardware characterization, signal analysis, and system‑level troubleshooting. Skilled in using these tools to validate RF performance, analyze test data, and diagnose hardware issues rather than focusing on software development

Troubleshooting Technical Problems: Experience with hardware. Strong background working directly with microcontrollers, embedded platforms, and/or electronic subsystems, including board‑level bring‑up and interface debugging. Experienced in evaluating and troubleshooting wireless technologies—Bluetooth, satellite, GNSS, and cellular—through hands‑on measurement, protocol analysis, and RF test equipment operation

Effective Communication: 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. Including technical writing and presentation

Relationship Management: Knowledge of relationship management techniques; ability to establish and maintain healthy working relationships with clients, vendors, and peers. Proven ability to mentor and train others in technical domains