Electronic Components Engineer for ECM/ECU Power Systems

Caterpillar Brazil; Mossville (IL); On-site; USD 128,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Career Development

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking an Electronic Components Engineering Specialist to design, develop and test electrical/electronic components for Caterpillar machines and engine systems.

The role sits within Advanced Power Technologies (APT), driving next‑generation power system technologies and integrating hardware, software, and digital services. You will oversee ECM/ECU development, collaborate across software, battery, and machine teams, and mentor engineers while ensuring regulatory and

Qualifications

• Requires a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Advanced degree is preferred.
• Experience with ECM/ECU design, verification, and testing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee compliance with functional and environmental requirements for ECM/ECUs.
• Develop product requirements, perform analysis and simulations, and review schematics/layout.
• Collaborate with software, battery, system, and machine teams to integrate platforms.
• Manage and negotiate with ECM/ECU vendors for development.
• Investigate and troubleshoot issues during development and production.
• Mentor technicians and engineers in electrical/electronic systems.

Skills

ECU/ECM design

Battery management knowledge

Analog & digital circuitry

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory compliance awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking an Electronic Components Engineering Specialist to design, develop and test electrical/electronic components for Caterpillar machines and engine systems.

The role sits within Advanced Power Technologies (APT), driving next‑generation power system technologies and integrating hardware, software, and digital services. You will oversee ECM/ECU development, collaborate across software, battery, and machine teams, and mentor engineers while ensuring regulatory and