Control Systems Senior Team Lead

Caterpillar Inc.; East Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 148,000 - 222,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking an engineering leader to design and deliver powershift transmission controls for one of the world's leading heavy equipment makers.

You will guide a small team, plan projects, and coordinate with partners across product groups to deliver advanced control features for Track Type Tractor applications. The role emphasizes architecture, AUTOSAR, modularity, and rigorous validation of embedded software and hardware in drivetrain systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an accredited Engineering curriculum; preferred disciplines listed.
• Knowledge of embedded systems and their applications for machine controls.
• Experience with drivetrain controls design and embedded software development.
• Familiarity with CAN, J1939, or XCP data link protocols and validation practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small-engineering team supporting legacy, current, and future control strategies.
• Plan projects, budgets and direct resources through standard processes.
• Gather and document performance, functional and system requirements with partners.
• Lead high-level architecture and design of embedded controls components.
• Communicate technical decisions and project status to stakeholders.
• Develop drivetrain control solutions for powershift transmissions and related hardware.

Skills

Tech Advising

Project Mgmt

Req Analysis

Embedded Systems

Decision Making

Complex Concepts

Track Type Tractor knowledge

Machine systems knowledge

Requirements/workflow mgmt

CAN/J1939/XCP

Model-in-the-Loop

NPI experience

Education

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Computer Science

Computer Engineering

Ag Engineering

Tools

ATI Vision

CANape

Job description

Career Area: Engineering

Job Description:

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Role Definition

We design and deliver powershift transmission controls for Caterpillar products at the application layer. The team currently supports a substantial number of features in production on a wide range of Caterpillar models. These features enable electronic control of powertrain systems to deliver not only exceptional performance and durability, but also serviceability, prognostics and diagnostics. We are looking for a motivated individual to provide team leadership for Track Type Tractor applications. This is your opportunity to deliver the next generation of control features while working with a talented team that thrives on collaboration and innovation.

What you will do

• Lead a small team of engineers focused on supporting legacy, delivering current and innovating future control strategies for Track Type Tractor applications.
• Plan projects, estimate budgets and direct technical resources through standard controls development processes to deliver project objectives.
• Gather, negotiate and document requirements (performance, functional and system) with development partners in product groups, performance and controls teams, and embedded software teams.
• Lead high level architecture and facilitate detailed design of embedded controls software components supporting strategic architectural initiatives like AUTOSAR, standard interfaces, modularity, and reuse.
• Facilitate and communicate technical decisions and project status reports to internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and integrate drivetrain control solutions for powershift transmissions and torque converters, including stator clutch systems, transmission valves, sensors, actuators and associated embedded software used in Track Type Tractor drivetrain systems.

Degree Requirement

Bachelor’s degree in an accredited Engineering curriculum, preferably

• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Computer Science
• Computer Engineering
• Ag Engineering

What you must have (skills)

• Technology Advising: Knowledge of effective advisory methods and ability to provide valued information and advice to clients regarding products, technologies, services and solutions for a specific technology domain.
• Project Management: Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives.
• Requirements Analysis: Knowledge of tools, methods, and techniques of requirement analysis; ability to elicit, analyze and record required business functionality and non-functionality requirements to ensure the success of a system or controls development project.
• Embedded Systems: Knowledge of embedded systems and their applications; ability to develop embedded systems with varying levels of complexity to control the operations of the machine it is embedded within.
• Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
• Communicating Complex Concepts: Knowledge of effective presentation tools and techniques to ensure clear understanding; ability to use summarization and simplification techniques to explain complex technical concepts in simple, clear language appropriate to the audience.

Top Candidates will also have

• Track Type Tractor application knowledge
• Working knowledge of machine systems like engine, drivetrains, or implements
• Experience with requirements, software specification, and workflow management
• Understanding of CAN, J1939, or XCP data link protocols
• Knowledge of software testing methos like Model-in-the-Loop, Software-in-the-Loop and Hardware-in-the-Loop simulation
• 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 10/12/2026 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

Final details

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Summary Pay Range

$147,760.00 - $221,640.00

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

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates: September 28, 2026 - October 12, 2026

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

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