Engineering Lead – Intelligent Machine Systems

Caterpillar Brazil

Illinois

Hybrid

USD 159,000 - 239,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits
401(k) savings plans
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Career Development
Incentive bonus
Parental leave

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Mossville/Peoria, IL is seeking an Engineering Manager for Intelligent Machine Systems to lead electronic systems and embedded software teams in new product introduction and lifecycle programs.

You will coach 10–25 engineers, shape project plans, and ensure delivery with quality and cross‑functional alignment. The role demands strategic thinking, strong people leadership, and deep technical expertise in controls, hardware/software interfaces, and cybersecurity.

Qualifications

  • Engineering degree required in Electrical/Mechanical/Computer Science or equivalent.
  • Direct supervisory experience and strong people management.
  • Experience in systems, controls, and embedded software development.
  • Experience with New Product Introduction and software validation.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead engineering teams across hardware and software development for NPI and lifecycle management.
  • Ensure staffing, performance management, and career development.
  • Drive product quality, execution excellence, and cross-functional alignment.
  • Collaborate with machine product groups to align development with timelines.

Education

Engineering degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent

Tools

Embedded software development

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. in Mossville/Peoria, IL is seeking an Engineering Manager for Intelligent Machine Systems to lead electronic systems and embedded software teams in new product introduction and lifecycle programs.

You will coach 10–25 engineers, shape project plans, and ensure delivery with quality and cross‑functional alignment. The role demands strategic thinking, strong people leadership, and deep technical expertise in controls, hardware/software interfaces, and cybersecurity.

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