Senior Engineer Performance & Controls

Career Area : Engineering

Job Description :

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar yourejoining 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 dontjust 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.

Building Construction Products (BCP) division at Caterpillar is seeking a highly motivated and innovative Senior Engineer - Performance & Controls to join the Small Wheel Loaders (SWL) team. This role is based at our Clayton Machine Design Center (CMDC) where we design develop and support Caterpillars industry-leading construction this role you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements integration of mechanical hydraulic and electronic systems to enhance machine performance operator experience and system connectivity. This role plays a critical part in supporting SWL New Product Introduction (NPI) Continuous Product Improvement (CPI) and New Technology Introduction (NTI) initiatives.

What You Will Do :

Support the definition execution and delivery of various control systems and user interface / experience features to meet performance requirements for New Product Introductions (NPI) and product lifecycle support for SWL.

Collaborate with engine hydraulic mechanical and software engineering teams to optimize system performance and reliability of Small Wheel loaders

Translate machine-level functional requirements into detailed software and hardware specifications.

Perform on-machine evaluation of controls automation and user interface solutions to ensure feasibility and performance targets are met.

Drive continuous improvement in control system architecture diagnostics and operator interface.

Stay current with emerging technologies in autonomy electrification connectivity and machine automation.

What You Have (Basic Qualifications) :

Degree requirement : Bachelors degree in Engineering or Computer Science (Electrical Mechanical Mechatronics Robotics or related field preferred).

Technical Excellence : Experience in controls engineering preferably in off-highway construction mining or automotive equipment. Strong understanding of hydraulic systems vehicle performance and controls development.

Effective Communication : Ability to communication complex concepts and t echnical information effectively to a culturally diverse work group.

Problem Solving : Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Analytical Thinking : Ability to identify critical gaps next actions and act to resolve issues with minimal oversight. An emphasis on initiative data analysis and strong technical insight.

Computer-Aided Design & Engineering : Knowledge of embedded systems and their applications; ability to develop embedded systems with varying levels of complexity to control the operations of the machine it is embedded within.

Top Candidates Will Have :

Masters degree in Engineering or related discipline.

Experience with model-based design tools (e.g. MATLAB / Simulink).

Deep expertise in machine power system performance (Engine Transmission Hydraulics) control system tuning and performance validation or machine test & validation experience in automotive or construction equipment

Experience in test engineering and system software validation for automotive or construction equipment.

Ability to facilitate collaboration across global teams and resolve complex technical issues.

Additional Info :

Travel : 510% domestic and international travel expected.

ISE : Not available.

Summary Pay Range :

$110520.00 - $165840.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjob-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. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer such as H L TN F J E O. As a global company Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at Dates :

November 24 2025 - December 4 2025

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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Required Experience :

Senior IC

Key Skills

JProfiler,Splunk,Performance Testing,Fiddler,Apache,HP Performance Center,LoadRunner,New Relic,Scalability,J2EE,Java,Scripting

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 110520 - 165840