Control Systems Engineer - Mechatronics for Heavy Machinery

RiseMe; Clayton (NC); On-site; USD 98,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k)

HSA

FSAs

Career development

Bonus

Parental leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Clayton, NC is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to develop, validate, and enhance electro-mechanical systems for Backhoe Loaders.

You will design electrical control systems, integrate software and hardware, prototype mechatronic devices, and troubleshoot issues across multiple models with a global team. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or materials science, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work onsite

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or materials science.
• Experience with machine testing, controls calibration, validation, and data analysis.
• Ability to facilitate highly collaborative worldwide teams across organizations.
• Test engineering experience and machine operation of construction equipment.

Responsibilities

• Design advanced electrical control systems and integrate electrical and mechanical systems.
• Design and implement software to control electro-mechanical systems and mechatronic devices.
• Prototype mechatronic devices with motors, sensors, gears, and springs.
• Validate software controls and display functions on Backhoe Loaders.
• Troubleshoot electrical, software, and mechanical issues.
• Work with multiple BHL models and configurations.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Communicating Complex Concepts

Problem Solving

Technical Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Computer Science/Materials Science

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. in Clayton, NC is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to develop, validate, and enhance electro-mechanical systems for Backhoe Loaders.

You will design electrical control systems, integrate software and hardware, prototype mechatronic devices, and troubleshoot issues across multiple models with a global team. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or materials science, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work onsite