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Role Definition

The Electric Drive Development Senior Associate Engineer – Test/Validation (Root Cause and Failure Investigation) performs detail inspections of advanced drivetrain components at the Caterpillar Technical Center.  This work supports new product development programs and continuous product improvement projects with the goal to determine the root cause of failures.

Electric drivetrain development is an exciting job opportunity, with continued technology expansion to new product lines.  Future electric drive programs will continue to provide customers with machines that do more work and consume less fuel, while providing customers with lower owning and operating costs.

What you will do

• Perform detail motor/gen failure investigations
• Conduct electrical checks
• Analyze test and field data
• Communicate results and conclusions
• Document findings in technical reports

Degree Requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in accredited Engineering or Materials Science curriculum.

Skills you will have

• Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Basic understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.
• Analytical Thinking: Working 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.
• Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Basic knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
• Effective Communications: Working knowledge of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
• Technical Excellence: Basic knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.
• Product Testing: Working knowledge of product testing approaches, techniques and tools; ability to design, plan and execute testing strategies and tactics to ensure product quality at all stages of manufacturing.

Top Candidates will also have

• Previous electric drive product development experience (design, test, or analysis)
• Experience with electric drive systems and/or components
• Experience with NPI and CPI programs

Additional Information

• This position will close at 11:59 p.m. on 10/19/2026.
• This position will be located onsite 5 days a week in Mossville, IL (Technical Center - Building G).
• Relocation (domestic) assistance is available for this position.
• VISA sponsorship is NOT available for this position.
• This position may require less than 10% travel

Final details

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Summary Pay Range:

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar. 

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*

• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*

• 401(k) savings plans*

• Health Savings Account (HSA)*

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

• Health Lifestyle Programs*

• Employee Assistance Program*

• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

• Career Development*

• Incentive bonus*

• Disability benefits

• Life Insurance

• Parental leave

• Adoption benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Posting Dates:

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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