Electronic Control System & Software Engineer

Career Area

Engineering

Job Title: Electronic Control Systems & Software Engineer (multiple positions)

Location: Peterborough, UK (Other UK locations available)

Salary: £32,500 - £60,000 Dependent upon experience

The Integrated Components and Solutions team in the UK, has some of the most exciting engineering opportunities within the Caterpillar global organisation, working on the integration of electronic control systems within multiple Caterpillar products. Integration of the latest Electronics and Electrical technology helps differentiate Caterpillar products from its competitors, by enabling exceptional performance and value to the customer.

Our engine systems control air and fuel delivery with millisecond precision, power delivery and response, and manage aftertreatment systems (including regeneration), to maximise performance and minimise exhaust emissions.

Our battery management systems manage and control the performance of machine battery packs, providing state-of-the-art SoC, SoH and SoF algorithms, delivering necessary functional safety features and managing charge and discharge, as well as integrating to other system components such as powertrain controllers, chargers and machines controls.

Our integrated machine systems control all aspects of construction machine operation (engine/transmission or full electric powertrain, hydraulic systems), provide the human-machine interface (operator controls and information displays), and constantly monitor and communicate position, operation, diagnostic and prognostic information to enable machine automation, improved productivity and enhanced serviceability.

Responsibilities Include

As a Control Systems Engineer you will be responsible for development of Electro Mechanical Control Systems using quantitative methods to solve problems for internal and external Caterpillar customers.

• Collecting customer requirements and developing technical specifications for electronic features.
• Troubleshooting and resolving electronics / control system issues encountered during build and test of products.
• Verification planning and testing of electronic features utilising HIL test benches and/or machine.
• Developing electrical system architectures and solutions to meet technical requirements.
• Contribution to FMEA, functional safety and product compliance reviews

Basic Qualifications: Strong technical background (good technical degree preferred in mechanical, electronic, electrical, control systems or automotive engineering) though other qualifications / experience will be considered.

Top candidates may also have experience with (depending on the specific position): Off-highway machine/engine/EV control system development (or comparable automotive, marine or military vehicle control systems)

Your Work Shapes the World, whether it be ground-breaking products, best in class solutions or creating a lifelong career, you can do the work that matters at Caterpillar. With a 95-year legacy of quality and innovation and 150 locations in countries around the world, your impact spans the globe.

When you join Caterpillar, you are joining a team of makers, innovators and doers. We are the people who roll up our sleeves and do the work to build a better world. We don’t just talk about progress and innovation. We make it happen. And we are proud of that, because it helps our customers build and power the world we live in – the roads, hospitals, homes and infrastructure. Without a dedicated workforce Caterpillar could not effectively meet our customer’s needs. Join us now.

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Flexible working arrangements will be considered for this role, in-line with the needs of the business. This may include the opportunity for a hybrid working model with flexibility in working hours and location (allowing for a combination of remote and on-site working).

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

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