Caterpillar Inc. · 6 hours ago
Electrical Design Engineer - Power Conversion
Mossville, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$96K/yr - $144K/yrCaterpillar Inc. is a leading manufacturer in construction and mining equipment, focusing on sustainability and innovation. They are seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to support the development of advanced power conversion systems, collaborating with various teams to ensure design quality and performance compliance.
ConstructionMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingMechanical Engineering
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop test plans, validation procedures, and documentation to ensure functional and performance compliance, taking full ownership of the assigned task
Design, model, simulate power electronics systems
Designing prototype, debugging, and fault analysis for power electronic systems hardware (Inverters/converters), and optimize
Collaborate with design engineers to ensure smooth transition from design to validation and production
Collaborate with mechanical, PCB layout, and firmware engineers to develop and validate design
Utilize laboratory equipment (oscilloscopes, power analyzers, thermal cameras, etc.) to conduct detailed analysis and root cause investigations
Perform design validation under various operating conditions (temperature, voltage, load profile, EMI/EMC)
Interface with suppliers and internal manufacturing teams for design for testability (DFT) and design for manufacturing (DFM)
Maintain rigorous safety protocols during high-voltage testing activities
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering
Analytical Thinking: Extensive experience and 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: Working knowledge and 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
Managing Multiple Priorities: Working knowledge of effective self-management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation
Technical Excellence: Working knowledge knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges
Hands-on experience with converter/inverter prototyping, test benches, and debugging
Strong understanding of DC-DC converters, AC-DC inverters, magnetics, and control algorithms
Proficiency in using lab instruments and data acquisition tools
Familiarity with simulation tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, or LTspice
Experience with standards and compliance (UL, IEC, ISO) for power electronics systems
Computer-Aided Design & Engineering: Extensive experience and knowledge of tools and techniques of specialized graphics programs; ability to produce, analyze, simulate and test product design drafts
Product Design - MFG: Extensive experience and knowledge of processes, approaches, tools and techniques of product design; ability to convert customer and market requirements into product design
Product Testing: Working knowledge of product testing approaches, techniques and tools; ability to design, plan and execute testing strategies and tactics to ensure product quality at all stages of manufacturing
Preferred
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering
Experience with automated test systems
Understanding of EMI/EMC testing, thermal design, and environmental validation
Knowledge of embedded systems and microcontroller-based converter control
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
Company
Caterpillar Inc.
For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world.
Founded in 1925
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.51BKey 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
George Moubayed
Chief Sustainability and Strategy Officer / Senior Vice President Enterprise Strategy Division
E
Eric Sporre
Vice President & Global Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
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