Junior Embedded Systems Engineer

Simformotion™ LLC - the licensee for Cat® Simulators for Caterpillar Inc seeks a full-time Junior Embedded Systems Engineer. Join our innovative team as a Junior Embedded Systems Engineer, where you will assist in the testing, troubleshooting, and resolution of software, firmware, system, and electrical defects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain cutting-edge embedded systems, leveraging advanced technologies and methodologies. This role requires hands-on expertise in embedded systems and wired assemblies, strong problem-solving skills, and interaction with diverse stakeholders, including staff, clients, and suppliers.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assist in testing, troubleshooting, and resolving software, firmware, system, and electrical defects.
• Learn and work with proprietary CAN bus protocols.
• Learn and work with proprietary USB HID vendor-specific protocols.
• Support maintenance and R&D of 32-bit MCU platforms.
• Assist in developing embedded C firmware.
• Support PCB design and layout.
• Work with USB, CAN, digital circuits, analog circuits, PWM, capture/compare, DC circuits, and gate logic.
• Assist in developing proprietary CAN protocols and drivers.
• Support software development for interfacing proprietary embedded hardware and subsystems to PCs.
• Assist in maintaining and developing APIs and DLLs.
• Support the development and maintenance of proprietary platform software setup and diagnostic tools.
• Assist in R&D of automation, simulation, emulation, software, and hardware solutions.
• Support wire harness fabrication, connectivity wiring designs, and wiring support between circuits, modules, controls, devices, components, embedded systems, and PC platforms.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Relevant experience or internships in embedded systems design and software development
• Experience with PCB manufacturing, assembly, SMT, soldering, and PCB Layout software.

Skills and Requirements

• Basic experience with embedded systems and firmware development.
• Proficient in C, C++, and C# programming languages.
• Basic knowledge of PCB design and layout.
• Basic knowledge of DC circuits and electronic engineering.
• Excellent communication and professional interaction skills.
• Strong analytical skills, including debugging and root cause analysis.
• Familiarity with software product lifecycles is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and adapt to new technologies and processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in embedded systems design, process development, and manufacturing.
• Electrical engineering with computer option.
• Application interface development experience.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in embedded systems.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Chance to contribute to high-impact engineering projects.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Additional Information

• This position is local, in East Peoria, IL - not eligible for remote.
• A background check will be required for employment in this position.
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for overtime).

This position is in East Peoria, Illinois. Salary is based on experience. Benefits include 401k, health insurance, paid holidays and paid time off. Do not miss the opportunity to join a great team in a fun, casual work environment.


Simformotion LLC hires without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or disability. This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization.