Test & Validation Senior Engineer

Caterpillar, Inc. • Mossville, IL • 4d ago

Career Area:

Engineering

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.

Caterpillar Inc. seeks Test & Validation Senior Engineer at its facility located at 14009 Old Galena Rd, Tech Center Building G, Chillicothe, Illinois 61523.

Responsible for lab testing of advanced drivetrain components and systems at the Caterpillar Tech Center. Define validation requirements and create detailed test plans. Prepare component/systems for testing, perform lab tests. Troubleshoot and resolve any test stand problems. Analyze test data. Develop lab tests to validate components and systems. Ensure lab tests are executed successfully to validate components /systems. Analyze test data for completeness and accuracy. Communicate results and make recommendations to customers, suppliers, team members, and other business units. Validate and implement product solutions. Document findings in technical reports.

REQS: This position requires a master's degree or foreign equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Automotive Engineering or a related field plus 5 years of experience leading the performance of Testing / Validation Engineering or related occupation. Alternatively will accept a bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Automotive Engineering or a related field plus 7 years of experience leading the performance of Testing / Validation Engineering or related occupation.

Additionally, the applicant must have employment experience with: (1) Working with powertrain systems and/or components in a design or testing role; (2) Defining validation requirements and developing test plans; (3) Collaborating with cross functional teams performing troubleshooting and resolution of powertrain related test stand issues; (4) Working with Data Acquisition Software (DEWESoft, NI, Somat, AVL or similar) and Controls Software (Canape, ATI Vision or similar including any external company specific or proprietary controls software); and (5) Developing and managing validation project schedules and costs.

Summary Pay Range:

$ 131,872.00 - $ 165,840.00

Compensation and benefits 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

Applicants who are interested in this position should apply via www.caterpillar.com/careers , search [Test & Validation Senior Engineer / R0000317509 ] . #LI-DNI

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Posting Dates:

August 2, 2025 - December 1, 2025

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.

Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .

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