Machine Safety Systems Lead (Embedded & Validation)

Caterpillar Inc.; Iowa (LA); 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)

Incentive bonus

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Clayton, NC, seeks a Safety Systems Coordinator to design and deliver machine safety solutions for production release. The role blends individual contribution with cross-functional teamwork across CMS platforms and safety features.

You will lead requirements, verification, and integration efforts with multiple engineering teams, suppliers, and customers to ensure safe, compliant machinery. On-site work is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field.
• Solid demonstrated experience in software development, embedded controls, machine systems, or related engineering disciplines.
• Demonstrated technical leadership and project coordination skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proven ability to effectively communicate technical information to diverse audiences including team members, leadership, customers, and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Integrated Machine Systems support for product group activities.
• Document requirements and information for regulatory compliance.
• Support software verification activities on test benches and machines.
• Configure and maintain test bench hardware and software environments.
• Develop, execute, and document verification and validation test plans.
• Evaluate and support development of new machine safety features.
• Gather, document, and manage feature requirements and specifications.
• Provide technical support for machine development programs.
• Lead or support troubleshooting and resolution of software and system defects.
• Coordinate integration between electronic control modules, sensors, displays, and third-party components.
• Communicate technical information effectively to clients, team members, suppliers, process partners, and leadership.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Communicating Complex Concepts

Problem Solving

Technology Advising

Conceptual Thinking

Embedded Systems

Requirements Analysis

Product Development in Manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering/Computer Engineering

Tools

Caterpillar diagnostic and event systems

SuperCom II

Vector-based development tools

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. in Clayton, NC, seeks a Safety Systems Coordinator to design and deliver machine safety solutions for production release. The role blends individual contribution with cross-functional teamwork across CMS platforms and safety features.

You will lead requirements, verification, and integration efforts with multiple engineering teams, suppliers, and customers to ensure safe, compliant machinery. On-site work is required.