Caterpillar Inc. · 1 day ago
Positioning and Controls Software Engineer
Mossville, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$98K/yr - $146K/yrCaterpillar Inc. is a global leader in construction and mining equipment, committed to building a better world. The Positioning and Controls Software Engineer will develop and test positioning state estimators and control algorithms for Grade Control products, collaborating with a team of engineers to deploy software on real-time hardware.
ConstructionManufacturingMechanical EngineeringMachinery Manufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Development of Positioning and Control algorithms for a system utilizing Simulink models and C++ software
Perform simulations to validate model development
Creating automated software tests
Writing, maintaining and archiving design documents, models, source code and other work products necessary for the project
Communicate designs and analysis results to customers, suppliers, team members, and other stakeholders
Contribute to the design of new products and processes; perform product and process maintenance
Qualification
Required
Development of Positioning and Control algorithms for a system utilizing Simulink models and C++ software
Perform simulations to validate model development
Creating automated software tests
Writing, maintaining and archiving design documents, models, source code and other work products necessary for the project
Communicate designs and analysis results to customers, suppliers, team members, and other stakeholders
Contribute to the design of new products and processes; perform product and process maintenance
Knowledge of business process improvement tools and techniques; ability to understand, monitor, update, control, or enhance existing business or work processes
Employs process flows, cycle time, process time and waste concepts as appropriate
Walks through steps, decisions, measurements, dependencies and hand-offs for a specific process
Creates process flow or work flow diagrams
Documents types of process decisions and potential impact of each decision
Identifies and monitors common process bottlenecks
Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision
Accurately gauges the impact and cost of errors, omissions, and oversights
Utilizes specific approaches and tools for checking and cross-checking outputs
Processes limited amounts of detailed information with good accuracy
Learns from mistakes and applies lessons learned
Develops and uses checklists to ensure that information goes out error-free
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
Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue and determining its significance
Makes a systematic comparison of two or more alternative solutions
Uses flow charts, Pareto charts, fish diagrams, etc. to disclose meaningful data patterns
Identifies the major forces, events and people impacting and impacted by the situation at hand
Uses logic and intuition to make inferences about the meaning of the data and arrive at conclusions
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
Delivers helpful feedback that focuses on behaviors without offending the recipient
Listens to feedback without defensiveness and uses it for own communication effectiveness
Makes oral presentations and writes reports needed for own work
Avoids technical jargon when inappropriate
Looks for and considers non-verbal cues from individuals and groups
Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations
Ensures capture of lessons to be learned from a problem-solving effort
Organizes potential problem solvers and leads problem resolution efforts
Uses varying problem-solving approaches and techniques as appropriate
Contributes to standard practices for problem-solving approaches, tools, and processes
Analyzes and synthesizes information and devises alternative resolution strategies
Develops successful resolutions to critical or wide-impact problems
Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges
Provides effective technical solutions to routine functional challenges via sound technical competence, effectively examining implications of events and issues
Effectively performs the technical job aspects, continuously building knowledge and keeping up-to-date on technical and procedural job components
Applies technical operating and project standards based on achieving excellence in delivered products, technologies and services
Applies current procedures and technologies to help resolve technical issues in one's general area of technical competence
Helps others solve technical or procedural problems or issues
Preferred
Excellent analytical skills
Experience with sensing technology like IMU's, GNSS receivers, laser receivers, or UTS systems
Experience with real-time operating systems
Experience with Kalman Filters
Experience with software development of real-time embedded control systems
Master's degree in an Engineering, Computer Science, or Materials Science curriculum
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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