EMBEDDED SOFTWARE ENGINEER - WEB
Caterpillar
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Caterpillar Inc. is hiring a Software Engineer for embedded and real-time systems in Mossville, IL. You will integrate, test, and deploy software for Grade Control products on real-time hardware, collaborating with cross-functional teams.
The role requires a degree in Engineering, CS, or Materials Science, with experience in C++, Angular, and RTOS. Domestic relocation and visa sponsorship are available; travel up to 10% is expected.
Qualifications
- Experience with OO programming and embedded systems.
- Knowledge of front-end development and real-time OS.
- Degree in Engineering, CS, or Materials Science; advanced degree preferred.
Responsibilities
- Integrate and test positioning, controls and commissioning components in Grade Control products.
- Work with software developers, validation engineers, team leads, QA, and product managers to deploy software on real-time hardware.
- Write and maintain design documents and source code; participate in code reviews.
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Job description
Engineering
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.
Develops, designs, implements and tests software of embedded devices and systems; monitors and enhances the efficiency and stability of the systems.
As a Software Engineer, you are responsible for working within your delivery team to develop software that meets product and customer requirements within a fast-paced, collaborative, dynamic environment.
The CTCT division (a joint venture between Trimble and Caterpillar) develops positioning and control products for earthmoving and paving machines in the construction and mining industries, using technologies such as GPS, optical total stations, lasers, IMUs, and sonics. The products are used in a range of applications where the operator of the machine benefits from having accurate horizontal and vertical guidance.
Integration & Commissioning Engineer is responsible for the integration and testing of various positioning, controls and commissioning components in Grade Control products. The candidate will work in a team environment and work closely with other Software Developers, Validation Engineers, Team Leaders, Quality Engineers, and Product Managers to develop software which is deployed on real-time hardware.
- Integration of various positioning, controls and commissioning components using C++ and angular
- Build and Test in SIL environment
- Creating automated software tests
- Writing, maintaining and archiving design documents, models, source code and other work products necessary for the project
- Communicate designs and analysis results to customers, suppliers, team members, and other stakeholders
- Contribute to the design of new products and processes; perform product and process maintenance
Requires a degree in an accredited Engineering, Computer Science, or Materials Science curriculum.
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.
- Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue and determining its significance.
- Makes a systematic comparison of two or more alternative solutions.
- Uses flow charts, Pareto charts, fish diagrams, etc. to disclose meaningful data patterns.
- Identifies the major forces, events and people impacting and impacted by the situation at hand.
- Uses logic and intuition to make inferences about the meaning of the data and arrive at conclusions.
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.
- Delivers helpful feedback that focuses on behaviors without offending the recipient.
- Listens to feedback without defensiveness and uses it for own communication effectiveness.Makes oral presentations and writes reports needed for own work.
- Avoids technical jargon when inappropriate.
- Looks for and considers non-verbal cues from individuals and groups.
Knowledge of the necessity and value of teamwork; experience with; ability to work cooperatively towards shared goals and being supportive of others at all levels.
- Explains own role and responsibility within team.
- Actively participates in team meetings.
- Shares information, knowledge, and experiences openly and proactively.
- Describes team mission and objectives in the context of results to be achieved.
- Demonstrates open, friendly, accepting, and supportive behaviors with team members.
Knowledge of software development tools and activities; ability to produce software products or systems in line with product requirements.
- Describes common tools for component-based, object-oriented development.
- Describes the objectives, activities and results of unit testing.
- Has developed programs in a specific language and for a specific platform.
- Interprets functional and technical blueprints; participates in structuring technical components.
- Participates in technical and code reviews.
- Experience with Object-Oriented Programming.
- Experience with front-end development.
- Experience with real-time operating systems.
- Experience with software development of real-time embedded control systems.
- Must have ability to communicate effectively with team members and others in the work group.
- Advanced degree in an Engineering, Computer Science, or Materials Science curriculum.
- This position requires working full-time at the Mossville, IL office.
- Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position.
- Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
- Travel is up to 10%.
This position requires working onsite five days a week. Relocation is available for this position. Visa sponsorship is available for eligible applicants.
$97,530.00 - $146,290.00
- 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.
September 2, 2026 - September 28, 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.
- MOSSVILLE, ILLINOIS, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
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