Caterpillar, Inc

Control Systems Engineering Specialist

Caterpillar, Inc$128K — $192K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, Computer Science, or related field
  • 7+ years of experience in machine performance, systems integration, or embedded software
  • Experience in full software development lifecycle delivery
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Proficient in C/C++ and/or MATLAB/Simulink
  • Ability to troubleshoot across software, hardware, and integrated systems
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead design and development of embedded software and control systems
  • Own system-level control architecture for performance and reliability
  • Execute development activities per company standards
  • Perform advanced analysis to resolve software and hardware issues
  • Create and maintain technical documentation throughout product lifecycle
  • Plan and execute system/software verification and testing
  • Analyze performance data to drive corrective actions
  • Provide technical leadership and guidance to teams and customers
  • Evaluate and integrate new control and software technologies
  • Mentor engineers and cross-functional partners

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Paid time off (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 discounts
  • Career development opportunities
  • Incentive bonus
  • Disability benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Adoption benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement
Full Job Description
Career Area:
Engineering

Job Description:

Job Summary

The Advanced Technology team within Building Construction Products (BCP) is seeking a Control Systems Engineering Specialist (KD14) to lead machine feature development across multiple BCP platforms. This role owns the design, development, integration, validation, and long-term robustness of embedded software and control systems supporting production machines.

As a recognized technical authority, this position collaborates across engineering, manufacturing, validation, commercial, and customer-facing teams to deliver production-ready, high-quality control solutions. The role is accountable for system performance, software quality, and resolution of complex, integrated hardware and software challenges throughout the product lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the design, development, integration, and validation of embedded software and control systems for machine features, attachments, and displays
  • Own system-level control architecture ensuring performance, reliability, safety, and long-term product robustness
  • Execute development activities in alignment with Caterpillar software development, configuration management, and documentation standards
  • Perform advanced system-level analysis to define design solutions and resolve complex integrated software and hardware issues
  • Create, maintain, and govern technical software and system documentation across the full lifecycle
  • Plan, design, and execute system and software verification, including test planning, execution, and analysis
  • Analyze field and performance data to identify root causes and drive corrective actions
  • Provide technical leadership and guidance to manufacturing, commercial teams, dealers, and customers
  • Evaluate, recommend, and integrate new and emerging control and software technologies
  • Mentor engineers and cross-functional partners through technical leadership

What you will have (Core Skills)
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline
  • 7+ years of experience in machine performance, systems integration, embedded software/controls, or testing and validation
  • Experience delivering embedded software solutions across the full software development lifecycle
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with demonstrated root cause analysis capability
  • Proficiency in C/C++ and/or MATLAB/Simulink
  • Strong system-level troubleshooting skills across software, hardware, and integrated systems
  • Knowledge of software development processes, configuration management, and documentation practices
  • Ability and willingness to operate equipment to understand real-world performance
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Proven ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams

Top candidates will also have
  • Master's degree in engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline
  • 10+ years of machine performance analysis, tuning, testing, or embedded software creation experience
  • Experience with CANape, CANalyzer, and automotive/heavy equipment protocols (CAN, J1939)
  • Familiarity with Caterpillar development tools (Electronic Technician, Win Flash)
  • Regular use of Git-based configuration management
  • Experience working in Agile development environments (Target process, DevOps)
  • Strong systems and requirements experience in the Automotive or Heavy Equipment industry
  • Experience designing modular and scalable software architectures
  • High attention to detail across requirements, integration, and validation
  • Experience assembling and modifying test bench instrumentation including wiring and harnesses

Additional Information
  • Location: Clayton, NC (United States)
  • Required Travel: Less than 10%
  • Relocation Assistance Offered: Yes
  • US Work Sponsorship Offered: No
  • Work Arrangement: Onsite, in-office five days a week


Summary Pay Range:

$128,470.00 - $192,710.00

Compensation 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

Posting Dates:
May 28, 2026 - June 10, 2026

About Caterpillar, Inc

Progress Rail Services Corporation, a Caterpillar company, is one of the largest integrated and diversified suppliers of railroad and transit system products and services worldwide. Since its acquisition by Caterpillar Inc. in 2006, Progress Rail has used the Caterpillar international footprint to gain quick and widespread notice and approval across the globe. Product technology, reliability and durability, along with legendary aftermarket parts and service support, have been their keys to success. Caterpillar is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines and industrial gas turbines. The technology and world reach of Caterpillar, combined with the service standard and historical reliability of Progress Rail, ensures their products and services make a growing impact on the world rail industry. With their acquisition of Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD), Progress Rail is the world's largest builder of diesel-electric locomotives for all commercial railroad applications including freight, intercity passenger, commuter, switching, industrial and mining. EMD is also a global provider of diesel power engines for marine propulsion, offshore and land based oil well drilling rigs and stationary power generation. Electro-Motive is the only diesel engine manufacturer of its size to have produced more than 70,000 engines. This success stems from product reliability, serviceability, load acceptance capability, low operating costs and ease of maintenance with standardized components.

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Learn more about Caterpillar, Inc
Size
107,700 employees
Market Cap
$125.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.9 billion
Founded
1925
5 Year Trend
+5.8%
Revenue
$41.7 billion
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