Engineering Rotational Development Program - Product Development Track; ERDP

Career Area:
Engineering

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're part of a global team that 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.

Are you ready to apply your engineering education to real‑world challenges? Caterpillar’s Engineering Rotational Development Program (ERDP) is designed for entry‑level professionals like you. Through rotational assignments, you’ll continue developing your skills and knowledge—helping you achieve your career goals while contributing to Caterpillar’s mission of delivering exceptional products, services, and technologies to our customers.

This 12 to 18‑month program provides practical experience across multiple engineering teams and technologies. It’s more than just a job, it’s a launchpad for your future at one of the world’s leading manufacturers of construction and mining equipment.

As part of the ERDP, you’ll rotate through different teams and projects that match your skills, knowledge, and abilities. You’ll work on meaningful projects, connect with mentors, and get exposure to various areas of the company.

• Product Design: Design components and systems for Caterpillar products to meet customer needs. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams throughout the value chain—from concept to production to deliver effective solutions.
• Simulation/Performance Analysis: CFD (ANSYS), FEA, 3D modelling, autonomy sensor and photorealistic environment root cause investigation, system/subsystem/component design optimization, structural dynamics, development and optimization of engine, aftertreatment, battery, fuel cell, power‑train, machine system performance, and/or autonomy and multiple machine coordination.
• Test/Validation/Hands‑on: Apply strong mechanical engineering understanding in a test/validation environment, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with others for optimal results.
• Controls Development: Develop/implement control system algorithms using MATLAB/Simulink for various control systems including engine, machine implement, and power‑train controllers. Responsible for understanding feature requirements, implementing and testing prior to production rollout.
• Electronic Components: Design and test electronic control modules and components, understand controller/component requirements, design PCB layouts, perform digital/analog/power circuit analysis and testing, work with suppliers, conduct FMEAs, and meet Caterpillar quality requirements.
• Embedded Software Development: Develop embedded software in C, C#, and/or C++ for electronic control modules. Applications include Datalink communications, sensor/actuator I/O, speed calculation, injection timing, memory management, CPU optimization, multi‑core design, autonomy algorithms for perception, localization, planning, etc. Also develop Python/Visual Basic scripts for automation.
• Software Validation/Verification: Verify functionality of features or control system algorithms on HIL/SIL systems, understand requirements and schematics, debug/report anomalies, and help validate fixes.
• Engineering Data Analytics: Write and understand computer code, Python, analytics/data science experience, exposure to machine learning concepts/tools, and engineering/statistics fundamentals.
• Process Engineering: Apply mechanical, manufacturing, systems, or industrial engineering knowledge to analyze and optimize engineering processes. Leverage problem‑solving and communication skills.

• Analytical skills, initiation of ideas, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, problem‑solving, and critical thinking capabilities.
• Knowledge of engineering principles, theory, and experience gained through projects, internships, and/or relevant work experience.
• Fundamental understanding of engineering for a manufacturing environment and ability to design and implement materials, structures, machines, devices, systems, and processes that safely realize desired objectives.
• Ability to manage multiple…