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Job Description

Role:Embedded Software Engineer

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Location: Mossville, IL (Onsite)

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Duration: Long-Term Contract

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Experience Required: 6+ years in Embedded Software Development (with strong experience in highlighted skills)

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Interview Process:

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• Second-round interview will be conducted in-person.

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• Candidates must be able to work onsite in Mossville, IL.

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Candidate Requirements:

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• Submit only genuine consultants with a verified LinkedIn profile matching the resume.

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• Local candidates preferred; non-local candidates will also be considered if they are willing to relocate/work onsite.

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Required Education & Experience

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Education Requirement:

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• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, or a related technical field.

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• Associate (2-year) degrees will not be accepted.

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Experience Requirement:

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• 2-4 years of industry experience required (internships do not count).

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• Candidate must have hands-on industry experience in embedded software development.

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• A Master's degree does not waive the required industry experience requirement.

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Top Required Skills1. Embedded Software Development

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• Strong proficiency in MATLAB and Simulink.

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• Experience designing, developing, testing, and deploying embedded software systems.

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• Strong programming skills in C/C++.

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Validation & Testing

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• Hands-on experience with:

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• Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing

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• Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) testing

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• Experience with embedded system validation and troubleshooting.

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Communication Skills

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• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

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• Ability to collaborate effectively with engineering teams, technical stakeholders, and internal customers.

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Additional Required Technical Skills

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• Strong understanding of embedded software development lifecycle, including:

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• Requirements analysis

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• Design

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• Development

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• Testing

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• Deployment and maintenance

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• Experience reading and interpreting:

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• Electrical schematics

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• Component datasheets

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• Familiarity with embedded development tools and software environments, including:

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• MATLAB/Simulink

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• C/C++

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• SQL

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• Visual Basic or similar development tools

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• Ability to analyze, optimize, and improve software efficiency, stability, and scalability.

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Required Soft Skills

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• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

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• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.

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• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and implement system improvements.

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• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative engineering environment.

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Job Responsibilities

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• Design, develop, and implement embedded software solutions from initial requirements through production deployment.

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• Apply computer science principles and mathematical analysis to develop, test, and evaluate embedded systems software.

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• Develop software strategies, documentation, and optimization solutions for Caterpillar engine and after-treatment systems.

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• Collaborate with software developers, mechatronics engineers, and validation engineers to solve engine control challenges.

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• Develop and document software control strategies to support internal engineering teams.

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• Analyze system requirements and estimate development timelines and resources.

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• Create and maintain software documentation, including design specifications and technical descriptions.

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• Improve system performance, reliability, and scalability through software enhancements.

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Team & Work Environment

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Team Structure:

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• Join a 15-member engineering team responsible for engine subsystem development.

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• Work with assigned mentors during the onboarding and ramp-up period.

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Work Environment:

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• Approximately 90% office-based focused on embedded software development activities.

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• Participate in:

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• Engineering meetings

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• Team discussions

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• Development activities

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• Engine lab testing

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• Occasional work in:

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• Software development labs

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• Engine test facilities

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Safety Requirements:

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• Work in engine test labs may require personal protective equipment (PPE), including:

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• Safety glasses

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• Safety boots

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