Embedded Software Engineer

## Embedded Software Engineer Apply:
Mossville, Illinois:
Full time:
Posted Today:
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** Career Area:
** Engineering
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* 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.  As a part of the System Diagnostics team, the Embedded Software Engineer will design, develop, and deliver IO processing software for Caterpillar NPI programs. You will focus on implementing on-board diagnostics solutions that will help minimize product downtime along with providing value added Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) and related service features.
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* What you will do:

*** Design, development, and enhancement of system diagnostics software.
* Creation of detailed software specs from high level customer requirements
* Testing and debugging embedded system software using different tools/methods available to improve code quality and optimize system performance.
* Design and implement electronic control systems including all input and output components wired to the electronic control module to ensure compatibility, determine failure modes, and develop on-board diagnostic strategies
* Identification and resolution of software defects, and proper issue list submissions and management  
** What you will have:**
* ** Requirements Analysis:
** Knowledge of tools, methods, and techniques of requirement analysis; ability to elicit, analyze and record required business functionality and non-functionality requirements to ensure the success of a system or software development project.
* ** Analytical Thinking:
** 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.
* ** 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 design and development tools and activities; ability to produce software products or systems in line with product requirements.
* ** Technical Troubleshooting:
** Knowledge of technical troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, recognize, and resolve technical issues on hardware, software, application or operation
* ** Teamwork:
** Knowledge of the necessity and value of teamwork; experience with; ability to work cooperatively towards shared goals and being supportive of others at all levels.
* Explains own role and responsibility within team.
* Actively participates in team meetings.
* Shares information, knowledge, and experiences openly and proactively.
* Demonstrates open, friendly, accepting, and supportive behaviors with team members.  
** Top Candidates will have:
*** A bachelors in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Electronics Technology or a related field from an accredited school
* Understanding of embedded programming languages (C or C++) and Matlab/Simulink
* Strong foundation in system software development, including validation of embedded systems and diagnostics
* Ability to collaborate with worldwide teams in multiple organizations and functions to drive results and resolve complex issues
* The candidate must be detail oriented and a proven “self…