Senior Test & Validation Engineer, Machine Controls

Caterpillar

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Work type
On-site
Location
Peoria, IL
Salary
$112,710–$169,060 / yr
Posted
6 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Nov 16, 2026

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Below market

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This role pays less than 73% of similar roles. Most pay $138,375–$208,950 — the blue band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $141k versus about $174k 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 · Senior Test & Validation Engineer, Machine Controls

The Sr.Test & Validation Engineer (machine controls) joins the Peoria Proving Ground division to support New Product Introduction and Continuous Product Improvement projects. This role involves planning, executing, and reporting results for electronic and electrical system development across various machine sub-systems, including Steering, Transmission, Braking, and Engines. Daily responsibilities include troubleshooting complex electrical issues on heavy equipment, installing test hardware, flashing software, and performing machine-level validation. The engineer must analyze test results to recommend corrective actions while documenting activities using established engineering standards. Key technical requirements include proficiency with CAT Electronic Technician, CadetWin, and Vector CANape, along with knowledge of CAN and Ethernet communication networks. Candidates must interpret electrical schematics and possess expertise in machine control system architecture to resolve software, hydraulic, and mechanical issues.

What you'll do

  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical and electronic system issues on heavy equipment.
  • Install, configure, and remove test hardware to support machine software development.
  • Flash software and execute machine-level software validation and verification testing.
  • Analyze test results to identify issues and recommend corrective actions.
  • Document validation activities and test outcomes using established engineering standards.
  • Utilize diagnostic tools like CAT Electronic Technician, CadetWin, and Vector CANape.
  • Develop, plan, and execute validation plans and test cases to verify system functionality.
  • Interpret electrical and controls schematics to investigate complex machine and software issues.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in accredited Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields.
  • Knowledge of machine control system architecture, machine software, and electronic control systems.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical and controls schematics.
  • Working knowledge of CAN and Ethernet communication networks to monitor and interpret network behavior.
  • Ability to develop, maintain, and execute validation plans and test cases to verify machine control system functionality.
  • Ability to troubleshoot complex electrical and electronic system issues across software, electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
  • Ability to use diagnostic tools to support validation and troubleshooting activities.
  • Experience with electronic development software tools like CAT Electronic Technician, CadetWin, and Vector CANape (preferred).

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