East Peoria, Illinois, United States · On-site
$128k–$193k/yr
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…
Skills: Analytical Thinking, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, Effective Communications, Project Management
Morton, Illinois, United States · On-site
Career Area: Operations 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 …
Skills: Welding, Cutting, Soldering, Brazing, Blueprint Reading
Mossville, Illinois, United States · On-site
$113k–$169k/yr
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…
Skills: Analytical Thinking, Communicating Complex Concepts, Problem Solving, Technology Advising, Conceptual Thinking
Mossville, Illinois, United States · On-site
$128k–$193k/yr
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…
Skills: Analytical Thinking, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, Effective Communications, Product Testing
Irving, Texas, United States · On-site
$128k–$193k/yr
Career Area: Human Resources 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…
Skills: Leadership, Talent Acquisition, Strategic Recruitment, Workforce Analytics, Stakeholder Management
East Peoria, Illinois, United States · On-site
$113k–$183k/yr
Career Area: Technology, Digital and Data 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 e…
Skills: Cisco ACI, Cisco Nexus, Radware Load Balancers, Spine-Leaf Architecture, Network Troubleshooting
Lafayette, Indiana, United States · On-site
$98k–$146k/yr
Career Area: Manufacturing 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 a…
Skills: Problem Solving, Data Gathering & Analysis, Performance Management, Analytical Thinking, Decision Making
Midland, Texas, United States · On-site
$98k–$146k/yr
Career Area: Product Support 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…
Skills: Hydraulic Fracking Operations, Team Management, Field Service Infrastructure, EHS Performance, DOT Regulations
East Peoria, Illinois, United States · On-site
$159k–$239k/yr
Career Area: Technology, Digital and Data 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 e…
Skills: Enterprise Architecture, Product Engineering, Digital Thread, AI Enablement, Digital Twin
East Peoria, Illinois, United States · On-site
$113k–$169k/yr
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…
Skills: Analytical Thinking, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, Effective Communications, Computer-Aided Controls Systems Development
Athens, Georgia, United States · On-site
$89k–$134k/yr
Career Area: Human Resources 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…
Skills: Employee Relations, Staffing, Employee Development, Performance Management, Compensation Administration
Torreón, Coahuila, Mexico · On-site
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…
Skills: Analytical Thinking, Effective Communications, Managing Multiple Priorities, Computer-Aided Design & Engineering, Product Design - MFG
Irving, Texas, United States · On-site
$81k–$122k/yr
Career Area: Legal and Compliance 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 othe…
Skills: Due Diligence Coordination, M&A Legal Support, Document Management, Legal Analysis, Critical Thinking
Peoria, Illinois, United States · On-site
$159k–$239k/yr
Career Area: Product Support 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…
Skills: Customer Focus, Service Excellence, Consulting, Decision Making, Critical Thinking
Pontiac, Illinois, United States · On-site
Career Area: Operations 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 …
Skills: Stainless Steel Welding, Blueprint Reading, Tack Welding, Quality Inspection, Weld Gauge Usage
Irving, Texas, United States · On-site
$148k–$222k/yr
Career Area: Sales 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 m…
Skills: Customer Focus, Industry Knowledge, Negotiating, Relationship Management, Account Management
Mossville, Illinois, United States · On-site
$81k–$122k/yr
Career Area: Supply Chain and Logistics 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 eac…
Skills: Data Visualization, Sourcing, Cost Analysis, Logistics Management, Manufacturing Requirements Planning (MRP)
East Peoria, Illinois, United States · On-site
$159k–$239k/yr
Career Area: Technology, Digital and Data 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 e…
Skills: Enterprise Architecture, Manufacturing Systems Architecture, Industry 4.0, Smart Factory Transformation, Industrial IoT
Green Valley, Arizona, United States · On-site
$26/hr–$39/hr
Career Area: Operations 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 …
Skills: Mechanical Assembly, Failure Analysis, Troubleshooting, Diagnostics, Hydraulic Systems
North Little Rock, Arkansas, United States · On-site
$89k–$134k/yr
Career Area: Human Resources 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…
Skills: Staffing and Recruiting, Relationship Management, Service Excellence, Sourcing Strategies, Candidate Pipeline Management
East Peoria, Illinois, United States • On-site
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Lead the development and validation of New Technology Introduction (NTI) software for drivetrain mechatronics, focusing on powershift transmissions and torque converters. Coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver robust control solutions from concept through production readiness.
Requires a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline such as Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering. Candidates must possess strong expertise in embedded controls, product testing, and technical troubleshooting within a mechatronic system environment.
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Caterpillar is seeking a highly capable Design Engineering Specialist to join the Drivetrain Controls System Simulation and Validation (DCSSV) organization supporting Construction Industries Drivetrain Mechatronics. This role is focused on New Technology Introduction (NTI) software development, validation planning and execution, and technology transformation project execution that enables robust, scalable drivetrain mechatronic solutions for current and future machine platforms using powershift transmissions and torque converters.
The successful candidate will provide technical leadership across software, controls, and validation activities, partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver mechatronic drivetrain technologies from concept through production readiness. This position requires strong engineering judgment, systems-level thinking, and the ability to execute complex initiatives while ensuring software quality, integration readiness, and validation rigor.
Lead and execute NTI software development activities for Construction Industries drivetrain mechatronics applications, including requirements definition, architecture alignment, implementation, and delivery.
Develop and integrate drivetrain control solutions supporting transmissions, actuators, sensors, and associated embedded software for machine systems.
Own validation planning and execution by defining verification strategies, test plans, success criteria, instrumentation needs, and data review approaches across simulation, bench, and machine environments.
Execute technology transformation projects that modernize controls, software workflows, and development practices to improve capability, quality, and efficiency.
Apply systems engineering principles to balance performance, durability, functional safety, maintainability, and cost across drivetrain mechatronic solutions.
Coordinate with global and cross-functional teams to support design reviews, software releases, integration activities, and validation execution.
Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, controls, software, and validation teams to ensure seamless system integration and issue resolution.
Drive technical problem solving through data analysis, root cause investigation, and corrective action development during development and validation phases.
Contribute to standard work, best practices, and continuous improvement efforts that strengthen drivetrain mechatronics development and validation processes.
Degree Requirement
Bachelor’s degree in an accredited Engineering curriculum, preferably:
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Mechatronics Engineering
Computer Engineering
Ag Engineering
Analytical Thinking: Fluent use of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine root cause, evaluate complex technical tradeoffs, and create practical solutions for software, controls, and system integration challenges.
Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Mastery of decision-making processes and associated tools; ability to assess technical risk, prioritize work, and make sound recommendations across development and validation activities.
Effective Communications: Understanding of communication concepts, tools, and techniques; ability to clearly convey technical direction, validation results, risks, and project status across cross-functional teams.
Project Management: Knowledge of effective project execution strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and deliver technology transformation and product development workstreams.
Computer-Aided Controls Systems Development: Knowledge of tools and techniques used to develop, simulate, integrate, and validate embedded controls and mechatronic system solutions.
Product Testing: Expert knowledge of product testing approaches, techniques, and tools; ability to build and execute robust validation plans that ensure product quality and readiness.
Troubleshooting Technical Problems: Knowledge of troubleshooting approaches, tools, and techniques; ability to anticipate, detect, and resolve software, controls, and integration issues in product development environments.
Demonstrated engineering experience in drivetrain controls, mechatronics, embedded software, or related product development disciplines.
Experience with New Technology Introduction (NTI) processes and delivery of software-enabled product capabilities.
Strong mechanical and electronics aptitude, passionate about delivering the highest quality drivetrain system to Caterpillar customers.
Strong background in validation planning and execution, including test strategy development, data analysis, and issue resolution.
Test, data collection, and analysis capabilities using ATI Vision, CANape, or similar calibration, measurement, and analytics tools.
This posting will close on 6/29/2026 at 11:59 p.m.
The location for this position will be both Mossville, IL (Technical Center Building G) and Washington, IL (Peoria Proving Grounds) and requires the employee to work a 5-day-a-week schedule onsite between the two sites.
Relocation assistance is NOT available for this position.
Sponsorship is NOT available.
This position may require less than 10% travel
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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.
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
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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Solving our customers' toughest challenges
For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed. With 2024 sales and revenues of $64.8 billion, Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. Caterpillar does business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries and Energy & Transportation – and provides financing and related services through our Financial Products segment.
Offices: Irving, Texas, US
Solving our customers' toughest challenges
For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed. With 2024 sales and revenues of $64.8 billion, Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. Caterpillar does business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries and Energy & Transportation – and provides financing and related services through our Financial Products segment.
Offices: Irving, Texas, US
