Power Electronics EOL Test Project Lead

Caterpillar Inc.; Mossville (IL); On-site; USD 128,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

On-site five days a week

Visa sponsorship not available

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. invites applications for a Power Electronics EOL Sr. Test Project Engineer based in Mossville, Illinois. You will lead end-of-line testing for Power Electronics product lines, coordinating with global engineering and supplier teams to deliver robust, validated test solutions.

The role requires a degree in Engineering/CS/Materials or equivalent experience, willingness to travel up to 25%, relocation assistance, and on-site work five days a week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering/Technology field; 5 years minimum relevant experience.
• Experience in manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implements and improves testing, development and validation techniques to maximize product quality.
• Resolve design or manufacturing issues and ensure readiness.
• Adopt new technologies to improve efficiency and quality.
• Plan and improve testing procedures for reliability and cost-effectiveness.
• Monitor results and process capabilities.
• Collaborate with global teams across engineering and supplier partners.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Technical troubleshooting

Quality assurance

Project coordination

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering

Job description

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.

Career Area

Manufacturing

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.

IDES

IDES currently has an opening for a Power Electronics EOL Sr. Test Project Engineer. This position is located in Mossville, Illinois with responsibility for the production manufacturing EOL (End of Line) test of Power Electronics product lines. The incumbent will report to the IDES Power Electronics Manufacturing Engineering Manager and will partner with and provide technical EOL testing guidance to global engineering and supplier partner teams. You will lead the planning and delivery of complex projects, continually learn and stay abreast of innovative technology, and drive collaboration in a cross functional environment.

• This position is located in Mossville, IL.


• Domestic travel up to 25% with potential for international travel is required.


• Domestic relocation assistance is offered for this position.


• Visa sponsorship is NOT offered for this position.


• We’re back! All roles at Caterpillar Inc. report on-site 5 days per week.

What You Will Do

• Implements and improves testing, development and validation techniques, processes, tooling and machinery to maximize product quality.


• Resolving issues regarding the design or manufacturing. Ensuring design acceptance and manufacturing readiness.


• Participating in the adoption of new technologies and processes (automation, robotics, computer aided manufacturing software, etc.) to achieve greater efficiency, cost reduction and quality improvement.


• Planning and improving testing procedures and operations to make the test more reliable, efficient and cost-effective.


• Monitoring results, machine and process capabilities and performance reliability.


• Requires a degree in an accredited Engineering, Computer Science, or Materials Science curriculum or equivalent experience working in an Engineering function.

What You Will Have

Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Extensive understanding of the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.

• Evaluates and makes contributions to best practices.


• Processes large quantities of detailed information with high levels of accuracy.


• Productively balances speed and accuracy.


• Implements a variety of cross-checking approaches and mechanisms.


• Demonstrates expertise in quality assurance tools, techniques, and standards.


• Employs techniques for motivating employees to meet or exceed accuracy goals.

Analytical Thinking: Extensive 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.

• Seeks discrepancies and inconsistencies in available information; explains variances.


• Organizes and prioritizes the sequence of steps to be taken to remedy the situation.


• Identifies many possible causes for a problem based on prior experience and current research.


• Quantifies the costs, benefits, risks and chances for success before recommending a course of action.


• Approaches a complex problem by breaking it down into its component parts.


• Chooses among a diverse set of analytical tools according to the nature of the situation.

Technical Excellence: Extensive knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.

• Advises others on the assessment and provision of all technical solutions.


• Engages appropriate subject matter resources to effectively resolve technical issues.


• Mentors others to enhance their technical competence and its application to achieve more effective technical solutions.


• Coaches others in promoting, defining, analyzing, and providing superior technical solutions to business problems.


• Provides effective solutions to moderate technical challenges through strong technical competence, effectively examining implications of events and issues.


• Assumes accountability for personal technical performance and holds others responsible for theirs.

Product Testing: Extensive knowledge of product testing approaches, techniques and tools; ability to design, plan and execute testing strategies and tactics to ensure product quality at all stages of manufacturing.

• Coordinates execution of test plans, including resources, strategy, schedules, processes and tools.


• Collaborates with design team to ensure testing considerations are incorporated into system design.


• Recommends tools and techniques for automating, simplifying and enhancing product testing.


• Compares and contrasts alternative testing methodologies and tools.


• Matches testing methodology and tools to product being tested; develops test scenarios and scripts.


• Estimated time, effort and resources required for thorough testing.

Troubleshooting Technical Problems: Extensive knowledge of troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, detect and resolve technical problems in a manufacturing or product development environment.

• Evaluates business impact of failure and the criticality and timing of needed resolution.


• Resolves difficult or high-impact equipment and systems problems.


• Monitors machine performance and history; addresses excessive maintenance or repair needs.


• Coaches others how to resolve integration or communications problems in multi-vendor environment.


• Applies specific techniques for isolating a problem and defining resolution approach.


• Uses advanced diagnostic techniques and tools for unusual or performance-related problems.

Top Candidates Will Have

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree from an accredited college or university in an Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related Engineering/Technology curriculum OR extensive related experience in lieu of a degree.


• Will have 5 years minimum relevant experience

Summary Pay Range

$128,470.00 - $192,710.00

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

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates

October 7, 2026 - October 14, 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.