Associate HMI Design Engineer

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. About EPD   Caterpillar's Electric Power Division (EPD) offers integrated solutions, parts, and services to meet the needs of our various commercial and industrial electric power customers. EPD supports a wide range of customer applications across the globe, including providing back-up power to hospitals, providing emergency power when natural disasters strike, and supporting critical infrastructure for data centers, municipalities, and more. With a rich history of more than 95 years in the electric power business, our team has world-class expertise and a proven ability to adapt to changing demands. We’re committed to providing sustainable and reliable solutions to our customers. Join our team to help build a better, more sustainable world for future generations!

Definition As an Associate HMI Design Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, modifying, and implementing software programming for generator control switchgear human-machine interface (HMI) applications. This includes configuring, programming, and testing HMI hardware to ensure optimal performance and reliability. You will collaborate closely with Power System Engineers to test, verify, and fine-tune HMI programming. Additionally, you’ll provide remote support for HMI installations and troubleshoot field-related HMI issues. A strong working knowledge of HMI software platforms such as Rockwell FactoryTalk, RSView, Vijeo, Crimson, Kepware, Applicom, and Wonderware is essential for success in this role.

Modify template HMI programs to coincide with project-specific PLC programs. Convert legacy HMI programs to current HMI programming software. Configure industrial computers with software and HMI project. Verify developed/converted HMI programs and document test results. Provide HMI Engineering/Technical support to Production, Helpdesk, Field Service and Aftermarket. Support various HMI packages such as FactoryTalk SE, Vijeo, Panel View, Crimson and FactoryTalk ME. Configure lab PLC networks to support HMI program testing and verification (Primarily Schneider, Allen Bradly, and Woodward. Degree Bachelor’s degree in one of the following fields: Computer Science (BCS) Computer Engineering (BSCE) Electrical Engineering (BSEE) Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET) What You Will Have Technical Excellence: Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges. Level Basic Understanding:  Uses a structured approach in analyzing and resolving technical problems. Seeks opportunities for continual learning to maintain technical competence in pursuit of technical excellence. Provides examples or case studies demonstrating technical excellence in actual business scenarios. Pursues, prepares for and assumes new technical assignments and challenges. 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. Level Basic Understanding:  Names specific tools or techniques that can be used to support the analytical thinking process. Describes specific software applications or products used for business analytics. Gives examples of how analytical thinking has been used to resolve problems. Helps others research and learn more about business analytics tools and