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Senior Project Lead – Electronic Component
Caterpillar Inc.Caterpillar project lead developing connectivity hardware for cellular, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and UWB solutions. Managing requirements, suppliers, engineering execution, and stakeholder communication onsite.
Posted 9/2/2026full-timeMossville • Illinois, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $147,760 - $221,640 per yearWebsite
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in Electronic Component Design and Connectivity Solutions, with a strong focus on hardware requirements generation, supplier management, and compliance with development processes. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and communicate effectively with stakeholders in the automotive, construction, and mining industries.
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Electronic Component DesignSupplier ManagementConnectivity Hardware DevelopmentIoT Standards KnowledgeProject Management
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Hard Skills
Electrical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringComponent IntegrationProduct Quality ManagementManufacturing ProcessesRisk AssessmentDefect ContainmentTelematics Product KnowledgeAnalytical SkillsInformation Systems Development
Soft Skills
Effective CommunicationTeam MotivationStakeholder Coordination
Industry Keywords
Automotive IndustryConstruction IndustryMining IndustryConnectivity SolutionsRegulatory Compliance
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesIoT
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead Electronic Component Design projects for customer- and dealer-facing Connectivity Solutions, including Cellular, Satellite, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and UWB
- Generate hardware requirements from customer, dealer, business, and regulatory input
- Lead the design and development of Connectivity Hardware Products
- Lead supplier engagement and manage and negotiate with electrical and electronic equipment vendors
- Ensure consistency between system and hardware requirements
- Define hardware requirements and technology roadmaps
- Drive engineering execution and coordinate stakeholder communication
- Collaborate with Cat Technology teams on enterprise architecture, new technologies, and emerging technology solutions
- Facilitate development and support of Connectivity products with Cat Technology, Cat Digital, Industry Groups, and purchasing
- Communicate program/project status to stakeholders and customers
- Direct project staffing and motivate and develop project teams
- Oversee compliance with development processes and regulations for electrical and electronic systems and components
Requirements
What you’ll need- Engineering degree in Engineering, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience
- Experience with electronic component products, component integration and product quality management
- Experience with Component Product Development for automotive, construction or mining Industry
- Experience with Supplier management
- Familiarity with manufacturing processes, audits and controls, defect containment and risk assessment and mitigation through leading indicators
- Knowledge and experience with connectivity/telematics product line
- Knowledge and awareness of IoT Standards, regulations, and regional requirements
- Demonstrated analytical skills and ability to perform complex assignments
- Ability to communicate technical information effectively with team members, employees in other business units, customers, and suppliers
- Electronic component, information systems, and machine systems development experience and knowledge
- Must work full-time in either Mossville, IL or Irving, TX
- Visa sponsorship is NOT available
- Successful completion of a drug screen required
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
- Domestic relocation assistance
- Up to 15% travel