Control Systems Engineering Specialist

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. Job Title:  Control Systems Engineering Specialist   Salary: £66,079 per annum + dependent upon experience Location :   Peterborough, UK Benefits:  25 days annual leave + 8 Bank Holidays   Up to 18% Bonus Car Allowance Monthly Contributory pension scheme - Caterpillar will double the employee's contribution Up to 10% Contributory share scheme - Caterpillar will match 50% of the employee's contribution. Optional flexible benefits including access to health and dental care plans, EV car lease, holiday purchase.

The   Caterpillar   Technology   team in the UK, has some of the most exciting engineering roles within the Caterpillar global organisation, working on the integration of electronic control systems within multiple Caterpillar products. Integration of the latest Electronics and Electrical technology helps differentiate Caterpillar products from its competitors, by enabling exceptional performance and value to the customer.   Our integrated machine systems control all aspects of construction machine operation (engine/transmission or full electric powertrain, hydraulic systems), provide the human-machine interface (operator controls and information displays), and constantly monitor and communicate position, operation, diagnostic and prognostic information to enable machine automation, improved productivity and enhanced serviceability.

As a   Control Systems Engineering Specialist , you will design, develop, and enhance electro-mechanical systems and mechatronic devices to optimi s e products and systems used on Caterpillar machine products.   The specialist works closely with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, high-quality electronic and software-based control solutions . Key responsibilities include:   Develop and support control system architectures and functionality for machine and technology applications.   Collaborate with systems, software, and product teams to define and implement control strategies.   Participate in the integration, validation, and troubleshooting of control system features.   Contribute technical expertise to project planning, design reviews, and product development activities.   Maintain effective collaboration across engineering disciplines and global teams.   M aintain/manage tools and processes to support embedded control and Autosar software features   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.   Communicating Complex Concepts: Knowledge of effective presentation tools and techniques to ensure clear understanding; ability to use summarization and simplification techniques to explain complex technical concepts in simple, clear language appropriate to the audience.   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.   Technology Advising: Knowledge of effective advisory methods and ability to provide valued information and advice to clients regarding products, technologies, services and solutions for a specific technology domain .   Conceptual Thinking: Knowledge of thinking and reasoning at a conceptual level; ability to