Power Electronics Electrical Design Engineer (Electrification)

Caterpillar; Mossville (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Electrical Design Engineer, where your work will significantly impact the development of low voltage power electronics. You will lead the design and simulation of essential components, such as inverters and converters, while collaborating with a team of experienced engineers. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to sustainable power solutions and innovate within a dynamic environment. If you're passionate about shaping the future of electrification and energy solutions, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical design for low voltage systems.
• Ability to develop detailed electrical designs and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineering groups to establish electrical requirements.
• Develop electrical architecture for power electronics components.

Skills

Electrical Design

Power Electronics

Circuit Board Design

Simulation Software

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD Software

SPICE Simulation Tools

Job description

Career Area:

Engineering

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team that 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.

About E&ES:

Caterpillar’s Electrification & Energy Solutions division (E+ES) focuses on advanced power systems development, emphasizing electrification to provide sustainable power solutions to our customers. The E+ES Power Electronics team is responsible for the end-to-end design and development of power electronics for multiple Caterpillar applications.

Job Summary:

The Power Electronics team is responsible for the end-to-end design and development of power electronics for various Caterpillar applications. We are seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to lead and deliver electrical designs necessary for the successful development of low voltage power electronics components, including inverter and converter systems. This role involves designing, layout, and simulation of printed circuit boards, bus bars, sensors, harnesses, and electronics packaging. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with and learn from a highly experienced team of engineers with extensive experience across Caterpillar electric drive applications.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

1. Work with the power conversion application engineering groups to establish the application architecture and electrical requirements for power electronics components/systems.
2. Develop and implement the electrical architecture for power electronics used in NPI & NTI machine/product programs.
3. Develop design concepts and detailed electrical designs and schematics for low voltage systems.