Electrical System Integration Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) savings plans

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking an Electrical System Integration Engineer within the Large Power Systems Division to design and integrate electrical and mechanical systems for diesel and natural gas engines and electrification products.

You will work with global engineering teams, suppliers, and customers to take projects from concept through commissioning. Responsibilities include defining electrical interfaces, collaborating with software teams, validating requirements, and calibrating ECUs on

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Agricultural Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Computer Science.
• Experience with automotive/industrial communication protocols (CAN, Ethernet, Modbus).
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical and mechanical systems for internal combustion engines and electrification products including sensors, actuators, circuit protection, CAN networks, Ethernet, electronic control modules, and telemetry.
• Product definition of electrical interfaces and protocols for integration with customer control systems.
• Collaboration with embedded software developers.
• Validation of software against requirements.
• Calibration of electronic control modules in real-time on running engines and hardware-in-the-loop simulators.
• Support of production facilities and occasional travel to customers for commissioning and troubleshooting.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Agricultural Engineering or Engineering Technology or Computer Science

Tools

CAN protocol

Ethernet

Modbus

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.

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you’re joining 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’t just 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.

About LPSD

The Large Power Systems Division (LPSD) is part of Caterpillar’s Power & Energy segment. Through this global organization, Caterpillardesigns andmanufactureslarge(greater than 18 liters)diesel and natural gas engines,powertrainsand key engine systems.LPSD products and solutions support customers across power generation, industrial, marine, oil & gas, rail,servicesand Cat®machine applications worldwide.

LPSD teams work across regions andfunctionsto deliver safe,reliableand compliant solutions thathelp solve our customers’ toughest challenges.

As an Electrical System Integration Engineer in the LPSD Electrical Systems Integration team you will integrate electrical/mechanical systems for diesel, natural gas, and alternative fuel engines. You will collaborate with global engineering teams, suppliers, customers, and production facilities to take projects from initial conception through commissioning.

What you will do

• Design of electrical and mechanical systems for internal combustion engines and electrification products which include sensors, actuators, circuit protection, CAN networks, ethernet, electronic control modules, and telemetry
• Product definition of electrical interfaces and protocols for integration with customer control systems
• Collaboration with embedded software developers
• Validation of software against requirements
• Calibration of electronic control modules in real-time on running engines and hardware-in-the-loop simulators
• Support of production facilities
• Occasional travel to customers for commissioning and troubleshooting

Degree Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an accredited Electrical, Mechanical, or Agricultural Engineering or Engineering Technology curriculum, or Computer Science curriculum

What you will have

Engineering - MFG: Knowledge of processes, techniques and methods of engineering in a manufacturing environment; ability to design and implement materials, structures, machines, devices, systems and processes that safely realize a desired objective or invention.

Analytical Thinking: 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.

Effective Communications: 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.

What will put you ahead:

• Experience with automotive or industrial communications protocols (CAN, ethernet, Modbus, etc)
• Experience in any of the following industries: Electric Power, Rail, Marine, Mining, Petroleum
• Experience interacting directly with customers and end users during previous jobs or internships
• Experience in electrical design or software
• Demonstrated electrical troubleshooting skills utilizing multimeters, current clamps, oscilloscopes

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Summary Pay Range:

$89,210.00 - $133,810.00

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.

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

August 6, 2026 - August 20, 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.