System Engineer, Electronics & Functional Safety
Caterpillar
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Job summary
Caterpillar invites engineers to join a global team focused on developing advanced control systems for earthmoving and paving machinery. The role emphasizes electronics, embedded software, and functional safety, with leadership responsibilities and cross-functional collaboration.
The position supports Mossville, IL and Dayton, OH, with up to 30% travel, onsite work, relocation assistance, and visa sponsorship for eligible applicants. A BS in electrical engineering or related field is required.
Qualifications
- 5+ years in embedded product development.
- Minimum 3 years developing functionally safe products.
- Familiar with system design, CAN networks and machine integration.
- Experience with electronic hardware and software development processes.
- Knowledge of ISO 26262 and other industry safety standards.
Responsibilities
- Create system architectures for earthmoving and paving machinery.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on design and verification.
- Decompose system safety requirements into subsystem requirements.
- Lead safety lifecycle activities (DFMEA, FMEDA, PFMEA) and risk analyses.
- Provide technical leadership and mentor junior engineers.
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Job description
Caterpillar invites engineers to join a global team focused on developing advanced control systems for earthmoving and paving machinery. The role emphasizes electronics, embedded software, and functional safety, with leadership responsibilities and cross-functional collaboration.
The position supports Mossville, IL and Dayton, OH, with up to 30% travel, onsite work, relocation assistance, and visa sponsorship for eligible applicants. A BS in electrical engineering or related field is required.
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