Senior Performance and Controls Engineer

Company: Caterpillar
Location: Tucson
Posted on: April 9, 2025

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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.

An exciting career opportunity is open with Caterpillar Resource Industries Group in the Hauling Products Performance and Controls Team to support Large Mining Truck product development.

You will be responsible for leading engineering activities to ensure machine performance meets customer requirements, critically evaluate strategic concepts for future products, mentor and coach junior performance engineers, work with dealers and customers to resolve machine performance and controls issues.

What you will do:

- Lead Machine Performance and Controls development for Large Mining Truck (LMT) machine programs working with various teams across Caterpillar. Will have Performance and Controls maintenance and CPI responsibility for some machine platforms.

- Perform expert evaluations of concepts to understand machine performance, Total Cost of Ownership, and Cost/ton tradeoffs for multiple customer sites and drive decision-making on final configuration(s) selection.

- Perform (or drive) complex simulations (using Caterpillar Dynasty tool) to provide detailed requirements for sub-system development (Powertrain, Hydraulics, Engine Installation and Cooling, etc.).

- Develop controls requirements to optimize the machine performance for various customer segments and operating conditions. Oversee development and validation plans of the same to ensure highest quality control software development employing Virtual Product Development, Software in the Loop, and Hardware in the Loop processes.

- Participate in Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Validation workshops for the machine NPI programs.

- Lead validation of machine performance at proving grounds and customer sites.

- Develop machine field risk mitigation/monitoring plans for pilot machines.

- Publish machine performance data for internal and external use.

- Initiate and support New Technology Introduction (NTI) programs that impact the products short and long-term strategies.

What Skills you will have:

Technical Excellence: Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.

- Performance and controls experience.

- Machine, engine, powertrain or electronics system performance/integration experience.

- Experience with controls systems and software development and use of Matlab, Simulink, etc.

- Hands-on machine testing experience collecting and analyzing data.

Process Management: Knowledge of business process improvement tools and techniques; ability to understand, monitor, update, control, or enhance existing business or work processes. Prior experience leading cross-functional teams in matrix organization

Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.

Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical skills with demonstrated problem-solving ability.

Effective Communications: Ability to communicate technical information effectively with team members and others in a workgroup, as well as employees in other business units, customers, and suppliers. Demonstrated record of being a self-starter with strong technical leadership and presentation skills.

Problem-Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, and techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational, or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem-solving appropriately to diverse situations.

Project Management: Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives.

Computer-Aided Design & Engineering: Knowledge of tools and techniques of specialized simulation/analysis programs; ability to produce, analyze, simulate, and test product design drafts.

Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent education.

Top Candidates will also have:

Master's or Ph.D. in Engineering, Computer Science, Analytics or related fields.

Knowledge of competitive machines in the mining industry.

Knowledge of full machine performance simulations.

Additional Information:

This position requires the candidate to work full-time at the Tucson, AZ office. Domestic relocation assistance is available.

This position may require 5-10 % travel.

Sponsorship is not available.

Summary Pay Range:

$110,520.00 - $165,840.00

Compensation and benefits offered 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

Relocation is available for this position.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:

April 7, 2025 - April 20, 2025

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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