Control Systems Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.; East Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 98,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

401(k) plans

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Career development

Incentive bonus

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Control Systems Engineer for the Drivetrain Controls System Simulation and Validation organization to deliver NPI drivetrain control software for powershift transmissions and torque converters.

You will develop embedded software, validate designs, and collaborate across mechanical, electrical, software, and validation teams to ensure production readiness. The role requires systems thinking, strong engineering judgment, and ability to drive complex initiatives with a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an accredited Engineering curriculum.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to communicate technical issues and status clearly.
• Experience with embedded controls development and validation.

Responsibilities

• Execute NTI software development for drivetrain controls and validation.
• Develop and integrate drivetrain control solutions for transmissions and actuators.
• Plan and execute validation strategies, test plans, and data review.
• Support technology transformation projects to improve processes.
• Apply systems engineering to balance performance, durability, and cost.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for design reviews and software releases.
• Work with mechanical, electrical, and validation teams to ensure system integration.
• Troubleshoot issues via data analysis and root-cause investigation.
• Follow standard work and continuous improvement in drivetrain mechatronics.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Decision Making

Effective Communications

Computer-Aided Controls Systems

Product Testing

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

ATI Vision

CANape

Job description

Career Area:

Engineering

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you’rejoining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don’tjust talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Role Definition

Caterpillar is seeking a highly motivated Control Systems Engineer to join the Drivetrain Controls System Simulation and Validation (DCSSV) organization to support machines with powershift transmissions. This role is focused on developing a New Product Introduction (NPI) drivetrain controls development and product delivery, validation planning and execution, and technology transformation project execution that enables robust, scalable drivetrain control solutions for current and future machine platforms using powershift transmissions and torque converters.

The successful candidate will develop the software for powershift transmission controls with responsibility for executing software, controls, and development activities, partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver drivetrain controls solutions from concept through production readiness. This position requires good engineering judgment, systems-level thinking, and the ability to execute complex initiatives while ensuring embedded software quality, integration readiness, and validation rigor.

What you will do

• Execute NTI software development activities for drivetrain controls design and validation applications, including requirements definition, implementation, integration, and product delivery using established development processes.
• Develop and integrate drivetrain control solutions supporting transmissions, torque converters, actuators, sensors, and associated embedded software for machine systems.
• Perform validation planning and execution by defining verification strategies, test plans, success criteria, instrumentation needs, and data review approaches across simulation, bench, and machine environments.
• Support technology transformation projects that modernize controls, software workflows, and development practices to improve capability, quality, and efficiency.
• Apply systems engineering principles to balance performance, durability, maintainability, and cost across drivetrain mechatronic solutions.
• Work with global and cross-functional teams to support design reviews, software releases, integration activities, and validation execution.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, controls, software, and validation teams to ensure seamless system integration and timely issue resolution.
• Solve technical problems through data analysis, root cause investigation, and corrective action development during development and validation phases.
• Follow and strengthen standard work, engineering best practices, and continuous improvement efforts that support high-quality drivetrain mechatronics development and validation processes.

Degree Requirement

Bachelor’s degree in an accredited Engineering curriculum, preferably

• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Mechatronics Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Ag Engineering

What you must have (skills)

• Analytical Thinking : knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine root cause, evaluate technical tradeoffs, and create practical solutions for software, controls, and system integration challenges.
• Decision Making and Critical Thinking : Knowledge of decision-making processes and associated tools; ability to assess technical risk, prioritize work, and make sound recommendations across development and validation activities.
• Effective Communications : Understanding of communication concepts, tools, and techniques; ability to clearly convey technical issues, validation results, risks, and project status across cross-functional teams.
• Computer-Aided Controls Systems Development : Knowledge of tools and techniques used to develop, simulate, integrate, and validate embedded controls and mechatronic system solutions.
• Product Testing : Strong knowledge of product testing approaches, techniques, and tools; ability to build and execute robust validation plans that ensure product quality and readiness.
• Troubleshooting Technical Problems : Knowledge of troubleshooting approaches, tools, and techniques; ability to detect, analyze, and resolve software, controls, and integration issues in product development environments.

Top Candidates will also have

• Machine application knowledge.
• Demonstrated engineering experience in drivetrain controls design, embedded software development, mechatronics, calibration, or validation for powershift transmission, torque converter, or large machine applications.
• Experience with New Product Introduction (NPI) processes and delivery of software-enabled product capabilities into production applications.
• Strong mechanical and electronics aptitude with a passion for delivering high-quality drivetrain systems to Caterpillar customers.
• Experience in validation planning and execution , including test strategy development, data analysis, and issue resolution.
• Test, data collection, and analysis capabilities using ATI Vision, CANape, or similar calibration, measurement, and analytics tools.

Additional Information

• This posting will close on 11/16/2026 at 11:59 p.m.

• The location for this position is Mossville, IL (Technical Center Building G) or Washington, IL (Peoria Proving Grounds) and requires the employee to work a 5-day-a-week schedule onsite.

• Relocation assistance (domestic) is available for this position.

• Sponsorship is NOT available.

• This position may require less than 10% travel

Summary Pay Range:

$97,530.00 - $146,290.00

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

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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