Sr Software Engineer - Positioning and Controls

Caterpillar Inc.; Mossville (IL); On-site; USD 113,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Visa sponsorship

Travel flexibility

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Senior Positioning and Controls Engineer in Mossville, IL to design, develop, and test positioning state estimators and control algorithms for Grade Control products. You will work with software, validation, and product teams to deliver robust real-time solutions.

The role emphasizes technical leadership as an individual contributor, with relocation and visa sponsorship available, and travel up to 10%.

Qualifications

• Experience with Matlab/Simulink and C++
• Familiar with sensing tech such as IMU/GNSS/laser/UTS
• Experience with Kalman filters and real-time embedded control systems
• Strong analytical and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Develop positioning and control algorithms for systems using Simulink models and C++ software.
• Run simulations to validate model development.
• Create automated software tests and maintain design documents.
• Collaborate with software developers, validation engineers and product managers to deliver software on real-time hardware.
• Present design results to stakeholders and customers.

Skills

Matlab/Simulink

C++

Analytical thinking

Effective communications

Problem solving

Technical excellence

Process management

Tools

Kalman Filters

Real-time embedded control systems

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

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.

This position represents the journey level position in engineering. This person has built significant, deep expertise in one or multiple technical areas. The key role of this engineering position is an individual contributor transitioning into leadership with a focus on technical delivery.

The CTCT division (a joint venture between Trimble and Caterpillar) develops positioning, control, and automation products for earthmoving and paving machines in the construction and mining industries, using technologies such as GNSS, optical total stations, lasers and sonics. The products are used in a range of applications where the operator of the machine benefits from having accurate horizontal and vertical guidance. For more information on currently developed products, see https://www.cat.com/en_US/by-industry/construction-industry-resources/technology/grade.html or http://construction.trimble.com/earthworks.

The Senior Positioning and Controls Engineer is responsible for the development and test of the positioning state estimator and control algorithm used in Grade Control products. The candidate will work in a team environment and work closely with other Software Developers, Validation Engineers, Team Leaders, Quality Engineers, and Product Managers to develop software which is deployed on real-time hardware.

What You Will Do

• Development of Positioning and Control algorithms for a system utilizing Simulink models and C++ software
• Perform simulations to validate model development
• Creating automated software tests
• Writing, maintaining and archiving design documents, models, source code and other work products necessary for the project
• Communicate designs and analysis results to customers, suppliers, team members, and other stakeholders
• Contribute to the design of new products and processes; perform product and process maintenance

What You Will Have

Process Management

Knowledge of business process improvement tools and techniques; ability to understand, monitor, update, control, or enhance existing business or work processes.

Accuracy and Attention to Detail:

Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.

Analytical Thinking

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.

Effective Communications

Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.

Problem Solving

Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.

Technical Excellence

Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.

Top Candidates Will Have

• Experience with Matlab/Simulink & C++
• Excellent analytical skills
• Experience with sensing technology like IMU’s, GNSS receivers, laser receivers, or UTS systems.
• Experience with Kalman Filters
• Experience with software development of real-time embedded control systems
• Must have ability to communicate effectively with team members and others in the work group, as well employees in other units, customers, and suppliers.

Additional Information

• This position requires the candidate to work full-time at the Mossville, IL office, five days per week.
• Relocation assistance is available for this position.
• Visa sponsorship is available for this position
• Travel is up to 10%

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa sponsorship is available for eligible applicants.

Summary Pay Range

$112,710.00 - $169,060.00

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

Posting Dates

August 4, 2026 - August 17, 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.