Interview Process:

• Second-round interview will be conducted in-person.
• Candidates must be able to work onsite in Mossville, IL.

Candidate Requirements:

• Submit only genuine consultants with a verified LinkedIn profile matching the resume.
• Local candidates preferred; non-local candidates will also be considered if they are willing to relocate/work onsite.

Required Education & Experience

Education Requirement:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Associate (2-year) degrees will not be accepted.

Experience Requirement:

• 2–4 years of industry experience required (internships do not count).
• Candidate must have hands-on industry experience in embedded software development.
• A Master's degree does not waive the required industry experience requirement.

Top Required Skills

1. Embedded Software Development

• Strong proficiency in MATLAB and Simulink.
• Experience designing, developing, testing, and deploying embedded software systems.
• Strong programming skills in C/C++.

2. Validation & Testing

• Hands-on experience with:
  • Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing
  • Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) testing
• Experience with embedded system validation and troubleshooting.

3. Communication Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with engineering teams, technical stakeholders, and internal customers.

Additional Required Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of embedded software development lifecycle, including:
  • Requirements analysis
  • Design
  • Development
  • Testing
  • Deployment and maintenance
• Experience reading and interpreting:
  • Electrical schematics
  • Component datasheets
• Familiarity with embedded development tools and software environments, including:
  • MATLAB/Simulink
  • C/C++
  • SQL
  • Visual Basic or similar development tools
• Ability to analyze, optimize, and improve software efficiency, stability, and scalability.

Required Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and implement system improvements.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative engineering environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement embedded software solutions from initial requirements through production deployment.
• Apply computer science principles and mathematical analysis to develop, test, and evaluate embedded systems software.
• Develop software strategies, documentation, and optimization solutions for Caterpillar engine and after-treatment systems.
• Collaborate with software developers, mechatronics engineers, and validation engineers to solve engine control challenges.
• Develop and document software control strategies to support internal engineering teams.
• Analyze system requirements and estimate development timelines and resources.
• Create and maintain software documentation, including design specifications and technical descriptions.
• Improve system performance, reliability, and scalability through software enhancements.

Team & Work Environment

Team Structure:

• Join a 15-member engineering team responsible for engine subsystem development.
• Work with assigned mentors during the onboarding and ramp-up period.

Work Environment:

• Approximately 90% office-based focused on embedded software development activities.
• Participate in:
  • Engineering meetings
  • Team discussions
  • Development activities
  • Engine lab testing
• Occasional work in:
  • Software development labs
  • Engine test facilities

Safety Requirements:

• Work in engine test labs may require personal protective equipment (PPE), including:
  • Safety glasses
  • Safety boots