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
For nearly 100 years, Caterpillar Inc. has been making sustainable progress possible and driving positive change on every continent. Customers turn to Caterpillar to help them develop infrastructure, energy and natural resource assets. Caterpillar is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. A lasting legacy of talented and committed employees give Caterpillar its competitive edge. It is our team that has allowed this company to accomplish great things. From the construction of the Hoover Dam, to facilitating communication for the Apollo moon-landing mission, to earthquake relief in Indonesia, our employees have never failed to give customers enduring results through superior service and innovation.
Collect customer requirements and derive technical specifications for Machine electronic system features
Verification planning and testing of electronic features utilising simulation, SIL, HIL test benches and/or machine
Develop electronic architecture diagrams, feature list and the software specification documents based on the requirements.
Support peer teams to develop and review the electrical schematics.
Independently think and conceptualize open/closed loop machine controls and progressively help implement them in embedded or industrial automation software. Drive commonality and leverage best practices as required.
Collaborate and review the machine feature in development with the internal process partners.
Support pilot/prototype and production builds. Also, help with on machine validation in the proving grounds and during the customer field trials as required.
Be as a point of contact for any queries related to the electronics/software from the product support or CPI teams.
Basic Qualifications :
Bachelors or Masters in Mechatronics/Electrical/Electronic Engineering.
At least 9 years hands on experience in designing and developing electronics control systems for automotive, industrial or off highway products.
Ability to write good technical specifications.
Very good basics in controls systems, E&E components like sensors, switches, etc.,
Good understanding of diagnostics and troubleshooting of failure in control systems.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication skills since the role requires constant interaction with the regional and global development teams.
Embedded Systems: Proficiency in machine software controls development tools, including CANape, CANalyzer, MATLAB/Simulink, and Git
Embedded Systems: Knowledge of datalink protocols such as CAN, J1939, and Ethernet.
Product Experience: Experience working with embedded systems on earthmoving, mining, or similar equipment.
Azure DevOps or other Workflow Management Tools
Nice to have :
Knowledge and/or experience with software design, kinematic design, control/robotics logic, electrical, electronics, hydraulic, software coding, embedded computer system, control theory and data communication.
Experience with Python and data analytics.
Technology Advising: Experience in technology advising with strong focus on embedded system.
Electromechanical or electro hydraulics systems.
Version control tools like GIT/GIT Hub, SVN, etc.,
Basic programming languages like C/C++ etc., or MathWorks Simulink.
Prior leadership with OEM or Tier 1 suppliers in electronic systems.
What You Have:
Business Acumen: Knowledge of business concepts, tools, and processes that are needed for making sound decisions in the context of the company's business; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.
Level Working Knowledge:
Comments on the organization's business model and financial goals.
Communicates key considerations for business decision making process.
Cites examples of types of information needed to make sound business decisions.
Participates in business task to get things done in own unit or area.
Caters to key stakeholders and their priorities.
Standard Operating Procedures: Knowledge of established standard operating procedures (SOP); ability to design, implement and evaluate standard operating procedures affecting daily and strategic business operations in order to increase operational efficiency.
Level Basic Understanding:
Compiles current research relevant to standard operating procedures.
Explains usage of standard operating procedures in business operations.
Describes main issues and considerations when using standard operating procedures.
Identifies key features and functions of standard operating procedures.
Effective Communications: Understanding 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.
Level Extensive Experience:
Reviews others' writing or presentations and provides feedback and coaching.
Adapts documents and presentations for the intended audience.
Demonstrates both empathy and assertiveness when communicating a need or defending a position.
Communicates well downward, upward, and outward.
Employs appropriate methods of persuasion when soliciting agreement.
Maintains focus on the topic at hand.
Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.
Level Extensive Experience:
Ensures capture of lessons to be learned from a problem-solving effort.
Organizes potential problem solvers and leads problem resolution efforts.
Uses varying problem-solving approaches and techniques as appropriate.
Contributes to standard practices for problem-solving approaches, tools, and processes.
Analyzes and synthesizes information and devises alternative resolution strategies.
Develops successful resolutions to critical or wide-impact problems.
Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyse situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
Level Working Knowledge:
• Applies an assigned technique for critical thinking in a decision-making process.
• Identifies, obtains, and organizes relevant data and ideas.
Additional Information:
This position will require travelling about 10% of the time.
Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, as a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of India which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.
What You Will Get:
Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world. Here you earn more than just wage, because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits along with the potential of a variable bonus. Additional benefits include paid annual leave, flexi leave, medical and insurance (prorated based upon hire date).
Final Details:
Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.
If you are interested in joining our team, please apply using an English version of your CV. We look forward to meeting you!
About Caterpillar
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. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
Posting Dates:
December 18, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply
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