Embedded Software Engineering Specialist

Career Area: Engineering

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Job Summary:

Come work on the Embedded Cyber Security Software team for Caterpillar machines & engines. Our team is developing product cybersecurity solutions & software for Caterpillar Display, Telematics, Machine, Engine, & Autonomy product lines that will be used for years to come.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about developing cybersecurity solutions for Caterpillar's embedded product line. They will also be willing to learn new areas of expertise in cybersecurity while working with multiple systems, software, component, and product teams to produce world class cybersecurity solutions for Caterpillar.

The Embedded Software Engineering Specialist is a hands-on technical leadership role that will be involved in all aspects of embedded cybersecurity for our engine and transportation systems. This candidate's deliverables will span from the early research and development stages of ideation, experience and use case development, through development of Proof-of-Concept solutions, engine integration and finally delivery of features and processes to the Product Development teams. This candidate will need to build relationships across the organization as they will be working with all Caterpillar engine system teams. We have a fabulous team that does some of the most exciting work at Caterpillar, and we can't wait for you to join the team!!

What You Will Do:

• Provide leadership on Cybersecurity objectives, compliance, and implementation during the New Product Introduction process.
• Develop Embedded Cybersecurity strategies & solutions that will be implemented into production software.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to effectively communicate product cybersecurity issues in a manner that is easily understood and actionable.
• Advise on processes and methodologies required when evaluating purchased product solutions and developing new internal solutions.
• Support both internal and 3rd party risk assessments working with the systems team and Caterpillar IT team.
• Knowledge and capability to identify the business risk and assist in developing remediation strategies with systems teams.
• Assist risk owners with completing risk treatment plans.

Education requirement:

Requires a bachelor's degree in an accredited Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Mechanical Engineering.

What skills you will have:

Analytical Thinking:

• Ability to apply industry best practices to Caterpillar Engines, Machine, and Information Products.
• Organizes and prioritizes the sequence of steps to be taken to remedy the situation.
• Quantifies the costs, benefits, risks and chances for success before recommending a course of action.
• Approaches a complex problem by breaking it down into its component parts.

Teamwork:

• Develops and maintains close collaboration with cross functional engine and machine system lead engineers.
• Works closely with IT professionals within the Cybersecurity organization.
• Shows and promotes respect for differences and diversity.

Technical Excellence:

• Develops a deep working knowledge of cybersecurity principals and application to embedded control systems.
• Engaged with full product line of Caterpillar ECU's for boot level and middleware software to implement cybersecurity features.
• Engages appropriate subject matter resources to effectively resolve technical issues.
• Attends Industry trade shows and consortiums to stay abreast of Cybersecurity technology and solutions.

Software Development:

• Demonstrates experience with C++ and Python utilizing Linux development environment.
• Describes major software architecture alternatives and considerations.
• Analyzes benefits and drawbacks of specific software designs and architecture.

Technical Troubleshooting:

• Provides insight into alternative troubleshooting approaches and their applicability to solve problems.
• Elaborates on ways of distinguishing between hardware, software and communications problems.
• Plays a leadership role in resolving complex, multi-component failures.
• Creates and oversees policies and procedures to ensure alignment with product and service requirements.
• Builds standards to design and support troubleshooting situations and maintain cost effectiveness.
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• Develops and demonstrates an extensive knowledge base and best practice on how to troubleshoot nonrecurring and performance-related problems.

Additional Information:

The location for this position is Mossville, IL

Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position.

This position will require less than 10% travel.

What you will get:

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world. Here you earn more than just wage, because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides:

• Competitive Base Salary
• Annual incentive bonus plan*
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)
• 401k savings plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• Life Insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy Lifestyle Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (Ex. Accident, Identity Theft Protection)

• Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines.

Final details:

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