Senior Control Systems Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.

. Define and manage system requirements for collision mitigation features .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeMossville • Illinois • United StatesSenior💰 $112,710 - $169,060 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in defining and managing system requirements for collision mitigation features, with hands-on experience in system integration, validation, and verification processes. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate complex requirements into technical solutions.

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System Requirements ManagementHIL TestingEmbedded Systems KnowledgeRequirements Analysis ToolsTechnical Troubleshooting

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Hard Skills

Requirements AnalysisSystem IntegrationValidation and VerificationTest Plan DevelopmentTechnical DocumentationDefect AnalysisFeature Delivery ManagementRequirements TraceabilityMachine-Level TestingCamera and Sensor Technologies

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

ROS/ROS2Python ScriptingProduct Testing ToolsTechnical Troubleshooting Tools

Industry Keywords

Collision Mitigation SystemsControl System ArchitecturesCross-Functional DevelopmentAutonomous Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and manage system requirements for collision mitigation features
Collaborate with software engineering teams to decompose requirements into implementable features
Support development throughout the product lifecycle
Develop system-level test plans and execute validation activities
Conduct system integration, machine-level testing, and HIL validation
Partner with product groups and cross-functional engineering teams to evaluate requirements and resolve technical issues
Drive feature delivery
Analyze test results, identify gaps or defects, and support root cause investigations
Support integration and validation of camera, radar, and sensor-based technologies for collision mitigation systems

Requirements

What you’ll need

Knowledge of requirements analysis tools, methods, and techniques
Knowledge of product testing approaches, techniques, and tools
Knowledge of technical troubleshooting approaches, tools, and techniques
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly
Knowledge of embedded systems and their applications
Experience developing and managing system requirements, specifications, and requirements traceability for complex embedded or autonomous systems
Hands-on experience with system integration, validation, and verification, including HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) and machine-level testing
Understanding of vehicle, machine, or control system architectures
Experience translating customer and product requirements into technical solutions
Experience in cross-functional development environments
Exposure to ROS/ROS2, Python scripting, and software development lifecycle processes
Must work full-time at the Irving, TX or Mossville, IL office
Visa sponsorship is not available
Successful completion of a drug screen required

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Domestic relocation assistance
Up to 10% travel