Engineering Jobs in Chillicothe Illinois

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Systems Engineer with 3–5 years of experience in feature or system ownership within off-highway vehicle platforms. The ideal candidate will be responsible for defining, developing, and managing system-level requirements and supporting communication architecture using CAN or Ethernet-based networks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own and manage system or feature development from concept through validation.
• Generate high-level requirements and decompose them into detailed functional and technical requirements.
• Break down complex features into structured system requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software, hardware, validation, and controls.
• Support system architecture definition for off-highway vehicle applications.
• Work with CAN and/or Ethernet-based communication networks.
• Participate in system integration, validation, and issue resolution activities.
• Ensure traceability of requirements and compliance with system standards.
• Support documentation, reviews, and change management processes.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in systems engineering or feature ownership.
• Experience in off-highway, heavy equipment, or automotive domain.
• Strong experience in requirements generation and requirement decomposition.
• Knowledge of CAN (Controller Area Network) and/or Ethernet communication protocols.
• Understanding of system lifecycle processes (V-model preferred).
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with requirement management tools (DOORS, Polarion, etc.).
• Knowledge of embedded systems and control systems.
• Exposure to diagnostics and network architecture.
• Familiarity with safety standards and system validation processes

Electrical Engineer 3 – Electronic Components

Mossville, IL

Role:

The Electronic component project engineer is responsible for executing component‑ and system‑level sustainment, obsolescence mitigation, and design control activities for legacy electronic products.

Responsibilities:

• Project Execution and Technical Leadership:
• Execute assigned legacy sustainment and obsolescence mitigation tasks/projects in alignment with approved plans
• Own technical deliverables for assigned components or design families, including analysis, documentation, and reviews
• Support project schedules by completing tasks on time and escalating risks or blockers early
• Maintain accurate engineering records and documentation
• Component Sustainment and Obsolescence Support:
• Identify and assess risks related to component end‑of‑life, supplier discontinuations, and long lead‑time parts
• Support mitigation activities such as component Last time buys, alternate part identification, and redesign efforts
• Maintain and update component sustainment plans and lifecycle status using proprietary tools.
• Design Control and Engineering Governance:
• Execute tasks under established design control processes, including documentation updates and technical reviews
• Support design control transfers, supplier changes, and engineering ownership transitions
• Prepare engineering evidence to support design decisions, design deviations, or change approvals
• Ensure engineering outputs meet design control and documentation standards
• Validation and Technical Analysis:
• Support component and system validation activities, including EMC, vibration, environmental, and functional testing
• Coordinate with internal and external labs to execute test plans and collect results
• Analyze test data and summarize findings to support sustainment or replacement decisions
• Utilize standard engineering tools and validation equipment as required
• Participate in NPI review meetings and provide validation coverage and test results to stake holders
• Supplier & Cross -Functional Collaboration:
• Work with suppliers to resolve technical issues and phase‑out notifications
• Support supplier assessments and technical reviews as needed
• Collaborate with system teams, quality, supply chain, and manufacturing partners
• Participate in project reviews, design reviews, and sustainment meetings
• Quality, Compliance & Continuous Improvement
• Support regulatory and compliance activities (e.g., RoHS, CE, and other applicable standards)
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and corrective action efforts

Identify opportunities to improve data quality, processes, and engineering execution

Education & Experience Required:

• Years of experience: 4 years
• Degree requirement: Bachelors or Masters
• Do you accept internships as job experience: No
• Are there past or additional job titles or roles that would provide comparable background to this role: No

Top 3 Skills

Experience working in NPI projects

Component obsolescence and sustainment knowledge

Communication skills

Additional Technical Skills

Electronic systems knowledge

Soft Skills

Communication skills, Agile

Education & Experience Required:

• Years of experience: 2-4 years in the manufacturing industry.
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

Top 3 Skills

• Attention to details
• Communication in both verbal and writing
• Team player

Additional Technical Skills

(Required)

• Data collection analysis
• Problem solving and critical thinking
• Blueprint reading
• Gages and measurements
• MS Office Software (Outlook/Excel/Word/PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of internal combustion engines

(Desired)

• Bachelor's degree in engineering/technology/science
• ASQ CQE certification

Soft Skills

(Required)

• Positive attitude, calm and patient, can handle urgent issues under stress.

Mechanical Engineer- Hydraulics Test

Mossville, IL

Education & Experience Required:

• Years of experience: 3-7 years depending on BS or MS
• Degree requirement: Four years technical degree, Engineering or Technology
• Do you accept internships as job experience: yes
• Are there past or additional job titles or roles that would provide comparable background to this role:

Top 3 Skills

• Hands on mechanical and/or electrical
• Data analysis
• Failure analysis

Additional Technical Skills

• Mechanical,
• Hydraulics, testing, design

Soft Skills

• Organized, clients focus, able to work with engineers and shop personnel. Written and verbal communication.
• Project management,

Requirements:

3 + years experience with embedded C/C++ with Datalink, wireless, wifi, canalyzer, canope Position’s Contributions to Work Group:

Responsible for performing and leading the requirements, design, development, & test of network communication and foundational information software used in embedded systems on Caterpillar machine & industrial applications for Common Services and Network Solutions team. The Software developer and designer will develop embedded ‘C’ and/or C++ code software solutions to meet system requirements. This job involves developing and using system requirements to design, develop, and test software components used in machine control platforms, engine control platforms, display, and telematics platforms. Specific responsibilities include requirements development and analysis, software design, software implementation, interface between software layers, and development/execution of test procedures. Additional responsibilities may include interfaces between hardware and software as well as evaluating operational performance of an overall system. The software components must comply with the software architecture standards and all work will be performed as part of the existing team following a common process. The software will include components for Data Link and Common Services (e.g.,Data link protocol implementations, Diagnostics, Hardware Abstraction Layer and Information services)

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Reason/motivation for request:

- Addition

Candidate Value Proposition

· Why Caterpillar?

· For this role within your business group – what stands out about this opportunity (ex – exposure, skill development, etc)?

Why Caterpillar? “Whether it be ground-breaking products, best in class solutions or a lifelong career, you can build what matters to you at Caterpillar. With 150 locations in countries around the world, what you create at Caterpillar travels and helps people around the world. You can collaborate with the best minds in the industry, complete meaningful work and continuously grow and develop through our various opportunities. Here, you can do the work that matters.”

Why this Role?

Typical Day or Week in the Role

· Typical task breakdown and rhythm

· Interaction level with team

· Team Structure

· Work environment description

Typical task breakdown:

- Work on project with mentor and team- This would include requirements, design , code and testing of software in C or C++.

Interaction with team:

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Work environment:

- In office 5 days

Candidate Requirements

· Years of experience required

· Degrees or certifications required

· Top 3 Skills

· Disqualifiers/Overqualifications

· Performance indicators

Education & Experience Required:

- Requires a minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics or Computer Engineering or Computer Science

- 2 years experience

- Will consider Master's Degree or above applicable project/internship work toward years' experience but durations must be listed for each on resume with 1 year of experience

- Design and coding of C and or C++ experience - minimum three years' experience.

Technical Skills

- Demonstrated depth of experience developing software in Embedded C and/or C++ - minimum three years' experience.

(Desired)

- Knowledge of machine systems or mechanical knowledge.

Soft Skills

- Great communication and teamwork

- Problem solving skills

- Customer service and interpersonal skills

Classification: Public

Role- Testing Engiener

Location- Mossville, Il

Exp- 5 years

Keyskills- Hardware Testing, Engine Testing, Suspension Testing,

It’s a Test Execution role

Top Candidates will also have:

• Test execution experience with chargers, invertors, high voltage systems, or complex systems like engines, drivetrains, transmissions, etc.

Education & Experience Required:

• Years of experience: 5-7 years

Degree requirement: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

• Do you accept internships as job experience: Yes, if internship experience was directly applicable to the job experience and skills needed for this role.
• Are there past or additional job titles or roles that would provide comparable background to this role:

Top 3 Skills

Demonstrated passion for SAFETY.

Demonstrated attention to detail, observation skills.

Demonstrated ability to Analyze Data effectively.

Additional Technical Skills

(Required)

• At least 2-7 years of previous relevant hardware testing experience. Someone with only software testing experience will NOT be considered.

(Desired)

• Demonstrated ability to ensure test data quality expectations are met and documented appropriately.

Job Overview:

We are seeking two skilled Software Engineers with strong C++ and Linux expertise to join our team in Mossville. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience in software development, with a strong preference for candidates who have hands-on experience in robotics and ROS (Robot Operating System).

If a candidate has 1+ years of solid ROS/robotics experience, they will also be considered.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain software applications using C++
• Work in a Linux development environment
• Design and develop software components for robotics systems
• Integrate and test applications within ROS frameworks
• Debug, optimize, and enhance system performance
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams

Required Qualifications:

• 3–5 years of professional software development experience
• Strong programming skills in C++
• Hands-on experience working in Linux environments
• Experience with ROS (Robot Operating System)
• Understanding of software architecture and system integration

Preferred Qualifications:

• Background in Robotics (highly preferred)
• Experience working in autonomous systems or machine control environments
• Prior experience with Cat AIS (Asset Intelligence Systems) – a plus
• Experience working with large industrial or heavy equipment systems