Senior Associate Engineer – Transmission Controls Development

Caterpillar Inc.

Senior Associate Engineer developing robust calibration solutions for transmission systems at Caterpillar. Working onsite for direct impact on machine performance within a collaborative engineering team.

Posted 7/7/2026full-timeMossville • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $89,210 - $133,810 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operate Caterpillar equipment as a test and validation engineer to challenge drivetrain systems, develop robust calibration solutions, and identify durability and reliability concerns
Plan and execute on-machine tests to optimize transmission control systems and calibrations in Proving Ground and other field environments
Support control software calibration, component inspections, instrumentation setup, data collection, and documentation of results and recommendations
Become proficient in the tools and processes used to calibrate transmission control systems and acquire data from machine applications
Analyze test data to evaluate system performance, support root cause investigation, and recommend practical solutions for drivetrain controls issues
Work with design, systems integration, facility operations, software, and validation engineers to develop and optimize hardware and controls for powershift transmissions
Contribute to continuous improvement of test methods, calibration practices, documentation quality, and validation processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in an accredited Engineering curriculum, preferably: Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Ag Engineering
Previous experience with powershift transmission, torque converter, drivetrain, or engine design, development, test, or validation work
Experience with control system software development, calibration, data acquisition, or machine test tools and processes
Ability to collect, interpret, and summarize test data to support calibration decisions, issue resolution, and engineering recommendations
Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional engineering, shop, lab, and field environments
Desire and ability to work with machines in field, shop, and lab environments and become capable of operating machines independently with appropriate training
Ability to travel up to 20% of the time

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

Test Data AnalysisCalibration PracticesDrivetrain System ValidationTorque Converter DesignMachine Test Tools

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsCross-Functional Teamwork