Senior Simulation and HIL Integration Engineer

Career Area: Technology, Digital and Data

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.

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you’re joining a global team who care not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers and future work 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.

Cat Technology collaborates with partners across the Caterpillar enterprise to advance technologies including autonomy and automation, which helps enhance site safety, productivity and efficiency across customer operations worldwide. Cat Technology also owns enterprise-wide initiatives in innovation, research and development, manufacturing automation and advanced materials, ensuring Caterpillar continues to lead the industry in technological excellence and engineering innovation.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Simulation and HIL Integration Engineer to develop high-fidelity machine and sensor simulation models and deploy those models within Hardware-in-the-Loop platforms. The role focuses on real-time model integration, virtual validation, sensor simulation, and technical collaboration with HIL and autonomy teams using platforms such as NVIDIA Omniverse, Isaac Sim, Isaac Lab, dSPACE, MATLAB, and Simulink.

The successful candidate will possess deep expertise in simulation model development, autonomy systems, networking protocols, simulation-based validation, and automated testing. This individual will serve as a technical leader who helps shape autonomy simulation strategies, mentors engineers, and drives the adoption of next-generation virtual engineering capabilities.

Additional Information:

• Location: Mossville, IL (United States)
• Required Travel: Less than 10% (Domestic)
• Relocation Assistance Offered: Domestic
• US Work Sponsorship Offered: Yes

What You Will Do:

• Design, develop, validate, and deploy machine models within Hardware-in-the-Loop platforms for autonomous-system validation.
• Configure and support dSPACE-based real-time simulation and HIL platforms.
• Develop and maintain virtual validation environments utilizing NVIDIA Omniverse, Isaac Sim, and Isaac Lab.
• Integrate MATLAB/Simulink control models into HIL and simulation environments.
• Develop and validate sensor simulation environments, with emphasis on LiDAR modeling and virtual testing.
• Support the HIL team by delivering validated, real-time-capable simulation models, integration interfaces, and representative test scenarios.
• Analyze and troubleshoot communication networks including CAN, J1939, LIN, Ethernet, and TCP/IP.
• Utilize CAN-based measurement, calibration, and data acquisition tools such as Vector CANape, CANalyzer, CANoe, or equivalent platforms.
• Develop automated tools to verify simulation-model functionality, timing, interfaces, and repeatability.
• Create test scenarios that evaluate autonomy software across varying terrain, weather, environmental, and operational conditions.
• Collaborate with autonomy, software, and simulation engineers to define validation strategies and improve simulation fidelity.
• Analyze simulation and integration results, identify model or interface issues, and recommend improvements.
• Develop technical documentation, validation reports, and best-practice guidelines.
• Drive continuous improvement in simulation automation, model fidelity, real-time performance, and integration efficiency.

What You Will Have (Basic Requirements):

• Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, or related engineering discipline.

• Decision Making and Critical Thinking: 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: Understanding 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.

• Software Development: Knowledge of software development tools and activities; ability to produce software products or systems in line with product requirements.

• Software Development Life Cycle: Knowledge of software development life cycle; ability to use a structured methodology for delivering and managing new or enhanced software products to the marketplace.

• Software Integration Engineering: Knowledge of software integration processes and functions; ability to design, develop and maintain interfaces and linkage to alternative platforms and software packages.

• Software Product Design/Architecture: Knowledge of software product design; ability to convert market requirements into software product design.

• Software Product Technical Knowledge: Knowledge of technical aspects of a software products; ability to design, configure and integrate technical aspects of software products.

• Software Product Testing: Knowledge of software product testing; ability to design, plan, and execute testing strategies and tactics to ensure software product quality and adherence to stated requirements.

What Will Set You Apart (Top Candidates Will Have):

• Master’s degree
• 5+ years of experience developing HIL systems or real-time simulation environments.
• Experience with NVIDIA Omniverse, IsaacSim, IsaacLab
• Experience with dSPACE, MATLAB/Simulink
• Experience integrating embedded controllers and real-time systems.
• Working knowledge of CAN, J1939, LIN, Ethernet, and TCP/IP communications.
• Experience using CAN-based data acquisition and analysis tools such as Vector CANoe, CANalyzer, CANape and Similar industry-standard tools
• Programming experience using Python, C++, or C.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with off-highway construction or mining equipment
• Automotive systems / Autonomous vehicles
• Robotics knowledge and related experience
• AI and machine learning experience
• Industrial automation
• Advanced controls and embedded systems

What You Will Get:

Through it all, we are one team – creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition. Learn more about the Caterpillar Experience .

About Caterpillar:

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

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Summary Pay Range:

$112,710.00 - $183,140.00

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

This position requires working onsite five days a week.Relocation is available for this position.Visa sponsorship is available for eligible applicants.

Posting Dates:

October 21, 2026 - November 4, 2026

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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