Senior Real-Time Power Conversion Controls Engineer

Caterpillar Brazil; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 113,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

On-site five days a week

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Control Systems Senior Engineer in Mossville, IL to lead real-time power conversion controls for stationary systems.

The role focuses on algorithm development, MIL/HIL validation, and architecture definition to deliver compliant power conversion solutions. The position requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and experience with embedded systems and model-based development (e.g., Simulink).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Ability to analyze requirements and troubleshoot complex systems.
• Experience with embedded systems and real-time control concepts.

Responsibilities

• Lead real-time power system design and development for stationary power conversion / inverter controls.
• Develop simulation models, control algorithms, and test plans; supervise MIL & HIL testing.
• Define control architectures and ensure compliance with standards (IEEE 1547, UL 1741).
• Coordinate site-level test planning and lab validations for power conversion controls.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Problem Solving

Embedded Systems

Requirements Analysis

Technical Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Simulink

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Control Systems Senior Engineer in Mossville, IL to lead real-time power conversion controls for stationary systems.

The role focuses on algorithm development, MIL/HIL validation, and architecture definition to deliver compliant power conversion solutions. The position requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and experience with embedded systems and model-based development (e.g., Simulink).