Grade Control Test & Validation Engineer

Caterpillar; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Grade Control Test Engineer, where your work will directly impact the future of heavy equipment technology. In this hands-on role, you will be part of a dynamic team responsible for the verification and validation of innovative products that revolutionize the earthmoving, paving, and mining industries. You will leverage your analytical skills and technical expertise to ensure the highest quality standards while collaborating with global teams. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that shape the world and enhance sustainable practices in construction and engineering.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off plan

401k savings plan

Health savings account

Flexible spending accounts

Short and long-term disability coverage

Life Insurance

Paid parental leave

Healthy Lifestyle Programs

Employee Assistance Programs

Qualifications

• Requires a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
• Working knowledge in automotive or industrial embedded network communication.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute test plans for internal verification and validation.
• Test software/hardware fixes and document findings.

Skills

Automotive Software Development

Machine Control Systems

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAT ET

CANape

CANalyzer

Job description

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.

Job Summary:

Caterpillar Trimble Control Technologies (CTCT) is a joint venture between Caterpillar and Trimble whose purpose is to transform the way heavy equipment customers shape the world with solutions that differentiate Caterpillar and Trimble.

The Grade Control Test Engineer will be part of an international team providing internal verification and validation (V&V) for CTCT products. This position networks closely with CTCT internal product/project teams, as well as Caterpillar and Trimble product teams, to provide high-quality products to the earthmoving, paving, and mining industries. This hands-on role will leverage the expertise and training gained from previous verification and validation positions. We have a fabulous team that does some of the most exciting work at Caterpillar and we can’t wait for you to join the team!

What You Will Do:

• Accountable for creating and executing test plans regarding internal verification and validation
• Responsible for testing software/hardware fixes, finding bugs and issues, documentation, data collection setups, machine software & hardware updates, troubleshooting, and machine operation.
• Daily on-machine OR bench test validation activities supporting grade control setups.
• Drive usage of tools such as the Risk Based Thinking Process, Test Reports or Design Verification Plan & Report’s (DVP&R) to evaluate the effectiveness of the validation activity plan on critical failure modes, and direct activities to mitigate risk.
• Follow products through the full lifecycle. This includes having knowledge and gaining expertise across all validation venues.
• Management of Trimble, Caterpillar and CTCT databases used in tracking product issues

Education requirement:

Requires a degree in an accredited Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Engineering curriculum.

What skills you will have:

Product Testing:

• Working knowledge in automotive, machine, or industrial embedded network communication software development fields.
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude as well as manual dexterity to work well in bench test and machine test environments
• Fluent with CAT ET, CANape, CANalyzer, software coding, and control systems

Technical Excellence:

• Plays an active or leading role in recording and storing requirement documents in various forms.
• Exposure to GNSS, machine control and guidance system design or validation

Analytical Thinking:

• Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills to effectively interact with a global team, dealers, and customers, as well as problem-solving and time management skills.

Effective Communications:

• Explains own role and responsibility within team.
• Shares information, knowledge, and insights openly and proactively.

Top Candidates will also have

• MS in Electrical, Electronics or Computer Engineering or Computer Science

Additional Information:

The location for this position is Peoria, IL

Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position.

Visa sponsorship is NOT available with this position.

This position will require up to 10% travel.

What you will get:

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world. Here you earn more than just wage, because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)
• 401k savings plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• Life Insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy Lifestyle Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (Ex. Accident, Identity Theft Protection)

*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines.

Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.

For more information, visit caterpillar.com. To connect with us on social media, visit caterpillar.com/social-media

#LI

Summary Pay Range:

$95,640.00 - $143,520.00

Career Area:

Engineering

Job Description:

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.

Job Summary:

Caterpillar Trimble Control Technologies (CTCT) is a joint venture between Caterpillar and Trimble whose purpose is to transform the way heavy equipment customers shape the world with solutions that differentiate Caterpillar and Trimble.

The Grade Control Test Engineer will be part of an international team providing internal verification and validation (V&V) for CTCT products. This position networks closely with CTCT internal product/project teams, as well as Caterpillar and Trimble product teams, to provide high-quality products to the earthmoving, paving, and mining industries. This hands-on role will leverage the expertise and training gained from previous verification and validation positions. We have a fabulous team that does some of the most exciting work at Caterpillar and we can’t wait for you to join the team!

What You Will Do:

• Accountable for creating and executing test plans regarding internal verification and validation
• Responsible for testing software/hardware fixes, finding bugs and issues, documentation, data collection setups, machine software & hardware updates, troubleshooting, and machine operation.
• Daily on-machine OR bench test validation activities supporting grade control setups.
• Drive usage of tools such as the Risk Based Thinking Process, Test Reports or Design Verification Plan & Report’s (DVP&R) to evaluate the effectiveness of the validation activity plan on critical failure modes, and direct activities to mitigate risk.
• Follow products through the full lifecycle. This includes having knowledge and gaining expertise across all validation venues.
• Management of Trimble, Caterpillar and CTCT databases used in tracking product issues

Education requirement:

Requires a degree in an accredited Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Engineering curriculum.

What skills you will have:

Product Testing:

• Working knowledge in automotive, machine, or industrial embedded network communication software development fields.
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude as well as manual dexterity to work well in bench test and machine test environments
• Fluent with CAT ET, CANape, CANalyzer, software coding, and control systems

Technical Excellence:

• Plays an active or leading role in recording and storing requirement documents in various forms.
• Exposure to GNSS, machine control and guidance system design or validation

Analytical Thinking:

• Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills to effectively interact with a global team, dealers, and customers, as well as problem-solving and time management skills.

Effective Communications:

• Explains own role and responsibility within team.
• Shares information, knowledge, and insights openly and proactively.

Top Candidates will also have

• MS in Electrical, Electronics or Computer Engineering or Computer Science

Additional Information:

The location for this position is Peoria, IL

Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position.

Visa sponsorship is NOT available with this position.

This position will require up to 10% travel.

What you will get:

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world. Here you earn more than just wage, because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides:

• Competitive Base Salary
• Annual incentive bonus plan*
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)
• 401k savings plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• Life Insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy Lifestyle Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (Ex. Accident, Identity Theft Protection)

*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines.

Final details:

Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.

For more information, visit caterpillar.com. To connect with us on social media, visit caterpillar.com/social-media

#LI

Summary Pay Range:

$95,640.00 - $143,520.00

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. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Posting Dates:

April 29, 2025 - May 8, 2025

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

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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Since 1925, Caterpillar Inc. has been helping our customers build a better world – making sustainable progress possible and driving positive change on every continent.With 2020 sales and revenues of $41.7 billion, Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives.We do business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries, and Energy & Transportation – and providing financing and related services through our Financial Products segment.