Engineering Village Jobs in Chillicothe, IL

The Engineering Aide III supports engineering teams by applying engineering techniques, assisting with testing and inspections, performing light fabrication, and preparing documentation, reports, and analyses. This role is hands-on and lab-focused, providing essential operational and technical support to enable engineers to efficiently progress projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Support engineering projects by conducting inspections, analytical tests, and data analysis.
• Collect, analyze, synthesize, and summarize test data; generate reports, charts, and presentations.
• Assist with root cause analysis and support corrective actions.
• Prepare and modify drawings, schematics, and diagrams based on engineering direction.
• Build electrical/mechanical harnesses and perform light fabrication and assembly tasks.
• Set up and execute functional and environmental tests following provided test plans.
• Maintain quality standards through testing, process evaluation, and documentation.
• Track expenses and assist with basic cost-benefit analyses.
• Support lab operations, equipment setup, and general lab organization.
• Collaborate with multiple engineers, prioritize tasks, and communicate timelines clearly.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology or a related field
• Minimum 2+ years of relevant experience
• Internship experience may be considered

Technical Skills (Required)

• Ability to read and interpret schematics, diagrams, and drawings
• Experience hand-fabricating electrical or mechanical harnesses
• Familiarity with environmental testing (thermal chambers, vibration systems, pressure equipment, etc.)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel for documentation and reporting
• Comfortable using standard hand tools for mechanical and electrical assembly/disassembly
• Basic understanding of engineering principles and manufacturing standards

Technical Skills (Desired)

• Light fabrication skills (sheet metal or similar methods)
• Experience with thermocouple instrumentation or thermal testing of electronics
• Basic PCB or SMT soldering experience (or willingness to learn)
• Exposure to procurement processes or laboratory purchasing
• Understanding of domestic and international shipping procedures

Soft Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to work
• Team-oriented and able to work with multiple stakeholders
• Willingness to learn new tools, systems, and test methods

Role #3: Embedded Software Engineer 2 (90495-1)

Location: Mossville, IL

Job Description:

Education & Experience Required:

• Years of experience: minimum 4 years of relevant experience
• Degree requirement: Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in an accredited engineering or Computer Science or equivalent technical field
• 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: N/A

Top 3 Skills:

• 4 years of embedded C/C++ experience.
• 4 years of embedded system development experience in Linux & RTOS
• Strong understanding of integrating sensors

Additional Technical Skills:

(Required)

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in an accredited Engineering or Computer Science or equivalent technical field.
• 4+ years of relevant engineering development work experience in embedded software development, systems design, or product validation.
• 4-5 years of embedded C/C++ experience.
• 4+ years of embedded system development experience in Linux & RTOS
• Strong understanding of integrating sensors
• Great teamwork, communication, analysis, and troubleshooting skills are required.
• The individual should be a self-starter, highly motivated, able to learn at an accelerated pace, and willing to put in the time to get the job done.

(Desired)

• Experience in the areas of robotics, remote control, or autonomy
• Experience with datalinks (CAN, Ethernet, etc.) and associated tools (CANape, Wireshark, etc.)
• Experience with software development tools such as git, debuggers, and compilers
• Extensive experience with Linux-based software development
• Experience with ROS
• Experience with perception and positioning sensor configuration and calibration
• Experience with User Interface software development in Qt framework
• Experience with FMEA processes and a basic knowledge of electronic system failure modes
• Experience developing with embedded real-time software or systems for mobile, earthmoving, agricultural, industrial, or off-highway applications

Soft Skills:

• The individual should be a self-starter, highly motivated, able to learn at an accelerated pace, and willing to put in the time to get the job done.
• Great teamwork, communication, analysis, and troubleshooting skills are required.
• Experience presenting design concepts, reviews, and results

Design Engineer

Mossville, Illinois

Onsite

Job Description

• Responsible for design and development of engine mounted cooling components.
• Lead APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) and CPPD (Concurrent Product and Process Development) activity to ensure cooling products are developed to meet time, cost, and quality requirements within budget.
• Responsibilities include creating technical specifications, conducting DFMEA’S/ DVP&R and releasing the part.
• Scope includes NPI, cost reduction, and current production.
• CREO experience
• Communicate with other engineering team members, GSND, suppliers, and customers.
• Adhere to established standards, policies, and practices relating to quality, cost reduction, safety, and ergonomics.
• Some travel (less than 10%) to suppliers and manufacturing facilities is required.
• Organization: LPSD’s Cooling Products
• Job Location: Mossville, Illinois

Required Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical, Aerospace or Agricultural Engineering with 5 years’ experience working in Component design and

Validation

• Master’s in mechanical, Aerospace or Agricultural Engineering with 2 years’ experience in component design/validation.
• Working knowledge of Teamcenter and APQP
• Previous supplier CPPD experience
• Excellent communication and organization skills.

Desired Qualifications

• Proficiency with CAT internal systems and tools
• Strong academic background in fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, heat transfer, and mechanics of materials
• Mechanical fatigue knowledge
• FEA (Finite Element Analysis) knowledge
• Good analytical and problem solving skills

Job Title: 3D Printing Technician

Location: Mossville, IL

Contract duration: 12 month contract with potential for extension or conversion

Job Summary

We are seeking a hands-on 3D Printing Technician to support daily production across SLS, SLA, LPBF, FDM, and DLS platforms. This role offers technical variety, daily problem-solving, and the opportunity to directly influence part quality, repeatability, and throughput in a dynamic, safety-focused engineering environment. You will work side-by-side with our engineering team to interpret build intent, execute precise machine turnovers, drive reliable post-processing, and continuously improve processes and workflow.

Position’s Contributions to Work Group:

• Prepare, start, and monitor additive manufacturing builds across multiple technologies. (e.g., SLS, LPBF, FDM, SLA, and DLS)
• Post process/finish parts and perform visual inspections against drawings/routers; identify common defects and document findings
• Package parts per site standards; protect, label, and hand off to shipping.
• Perform basic maintenance on equipment and escalate as needed.
• Maintain 5S; manage materials with correct labeling and storage.
• Communicate status/risks early; collaborate with engineers on root cause & prevention.

Qualifications:

Preferred

• Manufacturing or additive experience (professional or maker/hobbyist).
• Finishing/body work.
• Post processing/assembly

Physical Requirements

• Stand/sit for extended periods; perform repetitive operations.
• Lift up to 35 lbs.
• Close visual acuity for small parts/defects.

Education & Experience Required:

• Years of experience: 3-5 years – not necessarily relevant experience; any work exp
• Degree requirement: High School Diploma
• 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: Any Technician role

Top 3 Skills

• Detail Oriented
• Time Management
• Mechanical Aptitude

Additional Technical Skills

(Desired)

• Familiar with Microsoft office suite

Soft Skills

(Desired)

• Any experience with assembly or finishing

Screening questions:

Do you now or in the future require sponsorship (e.g. H-1B)? Y/N

EEO and ADA Statement:

Consulting Solutions and its family of companies is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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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

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

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.

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

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.

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