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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.\nAbout Advanced Power Technologies:\nAdvanced Power Technologies (APT) defines and delivers Caterpillar’s next generation of power system technologies. The organization leads product strategy, long term technology roadmaps, and lifecycle leadership for advanced power, electrification, electronic controls, software, and energy solutions across the entire range of Power and Energy applications.\nAPT integrates hardware, software, and digital services to deliver scalable, reliable, and future-ready power solutions. Partnering closely with product groups, engineering, and global delivery teams, APT balances near-term business execution with long-term technology leadership-enabling best in class electronics quality, fast response to market changes, differentiated customer value through vertical integration, improved uptime, and sustainable power systems across Caterpillar’s Power and Energy product portfolio.\nJob Summary:\nAs a Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Electrification, you will work on a cross-functional engineering team focused on developing advanced machine electrification solutions. You will be responsible for the design, development, integration, validation, and optimization of embedded software features running on electronic control units (ECUs) supporting electric and hybrid machine platforms.\nThis role requires deep expertise in embedded systems, real-time software development, controls integration, and software lifecycle processes. The successful candidate will collaborate with systems and controls engineers, and mentor junior engineers while driving the delivery of high-quality, production-ready software.\nWhat You Will Do:\nSoftware Development\nPerform design and development of embedded software features for machine electrification and propulsion control systems.\nDefine software, interfaces, and framework requirements for embedded electronic controls.\nDevelop real-time application software for battery electric and hybrid powertrain systems.\nDesign software components that support:Battery Management Systems (BMS)\nPower electronics\nInverters\nMotor controllers\nEnergy management systems\nVehicle control systems\n\nCreate scalable, reusable, and maintainable software.\nSoftware Integration\nIntegrate software components, libraries, and auto-generated code into deployable software images and flash files.\nConfigure and manage software builds using embedded development toolchains.\nIntegrate calibration, configuration, and parameter datasets into embedded control applications.\nSupport software deployment to target hardware platforms and production ECUs.\nSoftware Development\nUtilize embedded C and model-based design methodologies to generate embedded software implementations.\nCollaborate with controls engineers to integrate algorithms developed in MATLAB®/Simulink®.\nValidate generated code against functional and performance requirements.\nEnsure model and software traceability throughout the development lifecycle.\nVerification & Validation\nDevelop comprehensive software test plans, validation procedures, and verification strategies.\nExecute software unit, integration, system, and regression testing.\nSupport Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL), Software-in-the-Loop (SIL), and Model-in-the-Loop (MIL) testing activities.\nAnalyze test results and implement corrective actions as required.\nVerify compliance with functional, performance, and safety requirements.\nDefect Analysis & Troubleshooting\nIdentify, investigate, and resolve complex software defects and system integration issues.\nPerform root cause analysis of software, controls, and system-level failures.\nUtilize debugging and diagnostic tools to troubleshoot embedded applications.\nSupport field issue resolution and continuous software improvement initiatives.\nWhat You Will Have:\nAnalytical 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.\nEffective 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.\nProducing Results: Understanding of the criticality of getting things done in spite of current circumstances and the ability to utilize assigned resources and leverage back-channel resources (individuals or teams) to achieve or exceed planned outcomes.\nSoftware Development: Knowledge of software development tools and activities; ability to produce software products or systems in line with product requirements.\nProven experience with model-based development using Matlab/Simulink in an embedded software environment\nProven experience in embedded C software development\nKnowledge of embedded communication protocols including:CAN, CAN FD, J1939, Ethernet\n\nProven experience with software version control tools (e.g.Git)\nProven experience with RTOS environments and real-time software architectures.\nProven experience with embedded software debugging tools.\nRequirements Analysis: Knowledge of tools, methods, and techniques of requirement analysis; ability to elicit, analyze and record required business functionality and non-functionality requirements to ensure the success of a system or software development project.\nTechnical Troubleshooting: Knowledge of technical troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, recognize, and resolve technical issues on hardware, software, application or operation.\nEducation: Requires a degree in an accredited Engineering, Computer Science or related curriculum.\nTop Candidates Will Also Have:\nExperience with developing embedded real-time software or systems for powertrain controls and battery systems.\nExperience with scripting (e.g. python, etc.)\nExperience with FMEA processes and a basic knowledge of electronic system failure modes\nCaterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed. #LI\nSummary Pay Range:\n$112,710.00 - $169,060.00Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-relatedknowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.\nBenefits:\nSubject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.\nMedical, dental, and vision benefits*\n\nPaid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*\n\n401(k) savings plans*\n\nHealth Savings Account (HSA)*\n\nFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*\n\nHealth Lifestyle Programs*\n\nEmployee Assistance Program*\n\nVoluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*\n\nCareer Development*\n\nIncentive bonus*\n\nDisability benefits\n\nLife Insurance\n\nParental leave\n\nAdoption benefits\n\nTuition Reimbursement\n\n* These benefits also apply to part-time employees\nThis position requires working onsite five days a week.Relocation is available for this position.Visa sponsorship is available for eligible applicants.Posting Dates:\nSeptember 29, 2026 - October 11, 2026Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.\nCaterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. 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