Positioning and Controls Software Engineer

Caterpillar

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Work type
On-site
Location
Mossville, IL
Salary
$97,530–$146,290 / yr
Posted
8 days ago
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Below market

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This role pays less than 95% of similar roles. Most pay $169,050–$214,000 — the blue band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $122k versus about $192k for comparable roles.

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About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world''s largest manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives. Industry: Heavy Equipment & Manufacturing

Caterpillar currently has 105 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $128,470–$192,710 across 100 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Positioning and Controls Software Engineer

The Positioning and Controls Software Engineer joins the CTCT division to develop positioning, control, and automation products for earthmoving and paving machines in the construction and mining industries. Working within a team environment, the engineer develops and tests positioning state estimators and control algorithms for Grade Control products, which provide accurate horizontal and vertical guidance. Key responsibilities include developing algorithms using Simulink models and C++ software, performing simulations to validate models, creating automated software tests, and maintaining design documents. The role requires technical expertise in real-time embedded control systems, Kalman Filters, and sensing technologies such as GNSS receivers, lasers, and IMUs. The engineer must also demonstrate strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate complex designs to customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.

What you'll do

  • Develop positioning and control algorithms using Simulink models and C++ software.
  • Perform simulations to validate model development for Grade Control products.
  • Create automated software tests for real-time hardware deployment.
  • Write, maintain, and archive design documents, models, and source code.
  • Communicate designs and analysis results to customers, suppliers, and stakeholders.
  • Contribute to the design of new products and maintenance of existing processes.
  • Identify and monitor common process bottlenecks to improve workflow.
  • Lead problem resolution efforts and develop strategies for critical technical issues.

What we're looking for

  • Develop positioning and control algorithms using Simulink models and C++ software.
  • Perform simulations to validate model development and create automated software tests.
  • Write, maintain, and archive design documents, models, source code, and other project work products.
  • Communicate designs and analysis results to customers, suppliers, team members, and other stakeholders.
  • Demonstrate working knowledge of business process improvement, analytical thinking, and effective communication.
  • Possess extensive experience in problem-solving, including leading resolution efforts and developing strategies for critical problems.
  • Provide technical solutions to functional challenges and help others solve technical or procedural issues.
  • Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Materials Science (preferred).
  • Experience with sensing technology like IMUs, GNSS receivers, laser receivers, or UTS systems (preferred).
  • Experience with real-time operating systems (preferred).
  • Experience with Kalman Filters (preferred).
  • Experience with software development of real-time embedded control systems (preferred).

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