Embedded Software Engineer - Platform Software

About the Role

As a part of the Platform software team, the Embedded Software Engineer will design, develop, and deliver low-level embedded software for Next Gen ECUs used in Caterpillar NPI programs. Your work will shape stronger, more sustainable communities as part of a global team focused on progress and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze functional and technical requirements.
• Prepare and peer-review design proposals.
• Write and implement source code for embedded systems and enhance existing systems.
• Test and debug embedded system software using various tools/methods to improve code quality and optimize system performance.

Requirements

• Accredited BS degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.
• Solid experience in research, design, development, and testing of low-layer embedded software, such as RTOS integrations, I/O drivers, boot loaders, non-volatile memory interfacing, board initializations, or communication networks (e.g., J1939/CAN/Ethernet) for electronic controls modules.
• Experience in real-time embedded software development using C or C++.
• Familiarity with AUTOSAR standard and modular architecture.
• Experience with Python and shell scripting for automating build processes.
• Knowledge of software design patterns and anti-patterns.
• Familiarity with version management tools (e.g., Git) and related merging/management techniques.
• Experience with Agile software development/planning processes.
• Participation in technical and code reviews.

Skills

• Technical Excellence: Provides effective technical solutions to routine challenges using sound technical competence. Builds knowledge and stays up-to-date on technical and procedural aspects of the job. Applies technical operating and project standards to achieve excellence in products and services.
• Analytical Thinking: Defines problems and their significance, compares alternative solutions, and uses tools like flow charts or Pareto charts to analyze data and arrive at conclusions.
• Effective Communications: Delivers helpful, behavior-focused feedback. Listens to feedback without defensiveness and adapts communication accordingly. Makes oral presentations and writes reports, avoiding technical jargon when inappropriate.
• Teamwork: Explains own role and responsibilities within the team. Actively participates in team meetings, shares knowledge openly, and demonstrates supportive behaviors.
• Requirements Analysis: Follows policies and standards for determining functional and informational requirements. Communicates with clients, peers, and experts to gather and document requirements.
• System Testing: Supports test plan development and execution. Evaluates system documentation, executes test cases, and reports findings. Tests system components for compliance with functional requirements and recovery from failures.
• Technical Troubleshooting: Discovers, analyzes, and resolves hardware, software, or application problems. Uses engineering tools (e.g., oscilloscopes, debuggers) and vendor-specific diagnostic guides. Analyzes code, logs, and systems for advanced troubleshooting.

Additional Information

• Location: Mossville, IL.
• Domestic relocation assistance is available.
• Visa sponsorship is not available.
• Travel is up to 10%.
• This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Pay

Summary pay range: $97,530.00 - $146,290.00. Compensation and benefits may vary depending on job level, market location, knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits (subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines).
• Paid time off (vacation, holidays, volunteer time, 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 opportunities.
• Incentive bonus.
• Disability benefits.
• Life insurance.
• Parental leave.
• Adoption benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement.

These benefits also apply to part-time employees.