Electronic Systems Verification & Validation Project Team Leader

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. Caterpillar's Intelligent Machine Systems
• CAT Technology Division (Mossville, IL Building AC) is currently seeking an Electronic Systems Verification and Validation Sr Engineer to support lab-based testing for Caterpillar machines.

In this role, you will work with an engineering team in the verification and validation of embedded software for Caterpillar machines, while building a detailed knowledge of the Electrical and Electronic Systems on Caterpillar's products and technologies that they enable. You and your team will be performing Embedded software validation using a combination of SiL (Software-in-the-loop) and HiL (Hardware-in-the-loop) methodologies to ensure high quality software for our internal and external customers. We have a fabulous team that does some of the most exciting work at Caterpillar, and we can't wait for you to join the team!!

What You Will Do:

Lead the development and execution of the Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) test strategy for Subsystems Controls and Software, ensuring alignment with program objectives and overall V&V roadmap Drive implementation of the SIL strategy by: Establishing and standardizing SIL infrastructure and frameworks across teams Promoting and ensuring consistent adoption of SIL processes and best practices Leading the development and review of SIL regression test plans Overseeing the creation and quality of SIL GoogleTest scripts Ensuring seamless integration of SIL testing within

CI/CD/CT

pipelines Drive AUTOSAR readiness initiatives by coordinating Tech Platform conformance across Systems, Subsystems, Controls, and Software teams, with SIL as a key verification layer in the V&V strategy Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders (process, systems, software, and validation teams) to improve end-to-end feature traceability, from requirements through SIL validation to HIL and system integration testing Lead and mentor a team of 4-6 engineers, providing technical guidance, task prioritization, and performance coaching to ensure high-quality deliverables Coordinate with global teams to align execution, resolve dependencies, and ensure timely delivery of SIL outcomes across programs Own day-to-day execution tracking, including scope, schedule, risks, and dependencies, and proactively escalate issues and drive resolution to meet project milestones

What You Will Have:

Analytical Thinking:

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.

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.

Embedded Systems:

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.

Requirements Analysis:

Knowledge of tools, methods, and techniques of requirement analysis; ability to elicit, analyze and record required business functionality and non-functionality requirements to ensure the success of a system or software development project.

Technical Troubleshooting:

Knowledge of technical troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, recognize, and resolve technical issues on hardware, software, application or operation.

Top candidates will have:

Bachelor's degree in engineering or computer science Typically, have 7+ years' experience in software development or Validation. Strong experience with Software In-the Loop (SIL) Strong experience architecting modular software features Strong experience with C, C++ and Simulink Autocoding Experience with

CI/CD/CT

pipelines Strong experience with software versioning control framework Experience working with Global teams Additional Information The location for this position is on site in Mossville, IL Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position Visa sponsorship is available for this position Travel is 10% #

LI Summary Pay Range:

$128,470.00

• $192,710.

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 available for eligible applicants.

Posting Dates:

May 28, 2026

• June 15, 2026 Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

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