Test & Validation Senior Associate Technologist

Career Area:

Engineering

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but also about each other. 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.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a dynamic, detail-oriented, and self-motivated senior associate technologist to join our Power Solutions & Controls Development (PS&CD) team in Mossville, IL. As a senior associate technologist, you will serve as a key member of the team in the preparation of facilities for testing, build and rework of test articles, and execution of test activities.

Laboratory testing primarily includes battery cell, module, and pack development in addition to energy storage system, microgrid controllers, and hydrogen fuel cell systems development. The ideal candidate will possess knowledge and experience in laboratory support and operations, coupled with a strong commitment to safety, pride in their attention to detail and accuracy, and a desire to grow their capabilities to support validation and development activities. Developing and maintaining strong relationships with co-workers, collaboration with facility support personnel, and ability to prioritize tasks within a project to accomplish a goal are also key to being successful in this role. Electrification development and testing work is dynamic, fast paced, and exciting, and there are plenty of opportunities to grow and develop personally while delivering on Caterpillar's commitment to building a better, more sustainable world.

What you will do:

• Prepare test stations / chambers mechanically and electrically for test article installation
• Install / remove test articles
• Conduct electrical and mechanical checks of infrastructure, equipment, and test articles to confirm safe and satisfactory operation
• Build, rework, or disassemble test articles in preparation for, or at the conclusion of, testing
• Execute electrical and/or mechanical facility / infrastructure upgrades to enable testing capability
• Incorporate process improvements in relevant work areas
• Champion laboratory and facility safety and contribute to standard documentation for the same

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Associates degree in a relevant technical field from an accredited curriculum with professional work experience in a related role

Skills you will have:

• Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Basic understanding and understanding of the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.
• Analytical Thinking: Working 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.
• Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Basic understanding of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgement.
• Effective Communications: Working knowledge 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.
• Technical Excellence: Basic understanding of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.
• Project Management: Basis understanding of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives.
• Product Testing: Working knowledge of product testing approaches, techniques and tools; ability to design, plan and execute testing strategies and tactics to ensure product quality at all stages of manufacturing.
• Troubleshooting Technical Problems: Working knowledge of troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, detect and resolve technical problems in a manufacturing or product development environment.

Top Candidates May Have:

• Experience with laboratory testing in electrical systems, preferably Li-Ion battery
• Extensive experience with hands-on high voltage electrical work
• Ability to read, interpret, and update electrical schematics
• Strong ownership mentality and high attention to detail
• Demonstrated initiative and problem-solving skills

Additional Information:

• This position is located in Mossville, IL.
• Relocation assistance is available for this position.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Summary Pay Range:

$89,210.00 - $133,810.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*

• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, 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*

• Incentive bonus*

• Disability benefits

• Life Insurance

• Parental leave

• Adoption benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

• These benefits also apply to part-time employees

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

July 22, 2026 - August 4, 2026

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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