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EngineeringJob Description:
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Job Purpose:
This position will work in Cat Technology China Engine & Power System team as engine control technical lead engineer.
As a engine control lead engineer you will be partnering with Cat electronics engine team, and other Cat internal teams to responsible for the engine NPI/NTI/NSI/CPI projects. In this role you will perform engineering assignments while building a detailed knowledge of the Electrical and Electronic Systems on Caterpillar’s engine products and the technologies that they enable. Leading the lab-based sub system validation effort.
- Work closely with NPI team to define customer requirement, lead in concept design, design review, engine and machine validation, field test during product development,
- Develop engine electrical system & subsystem concepts, lead design review activity for NPI/NSI program, strong capability to resolve NP issues
- Engine component and sub system understanding, like Fuel. Air, A/T system
- Understand engine control logic and architecture, capability to perform control schematic base on customer requirement
- Performing spec reviews with system engineers to determine test coverage & priorities, confirm HW/SW test requirement and priority
- Feedback SW test problem, raise CRM, track activities
- Troubleshooting and tech support for engine test cell and other teams
- Follow Cat flash file release process and management tools, status tracking
- Understand governor and other sub system calibration process
- Conduct APQP activities with internal and external partners
- Lead Electrical system NPI,NTI, CPI, cost reduction and maintenance activity
- Generate Engine E&E system DVP&R and conduct related validation activity
- Understand HIL validation process, which include test bench setup, create test plan, perform test base on requirement, summarize and analyze test result
- Summarize regulatory documents to ensure product to meet regulator requirement
- Generate FMEA for NPI project and have regular update in system
- Production document review which include TAN, EDR, A&I guide etc.
- Working with System engineers to test and troubleshoot new software & hardware issues in lab and proving grounds.
- Provide factory support to Cat engine / machine facility, troubleshooting on factory stations and hot test issue, hardware, harness, ECM support
- Project Engine support & Customer issue fix and support
Background/Experience：
- Bachelor degree or above in Internal Combustion Engine or Vehicle Engineering or equivalent. engineering
- >= 8 years of previous experience in Engineering function(preferred engine related)
- Position requires excellent engine control knowledge.
- Technical expert on hardware & software development and validation
- Learning quickly, willing to learn new technology
- Knowledge of more than one engineering function, technology, component, system, product, or process is required.
- Diligent, proactive, self-motived and open-minded
- Excellent in English (oral & written)
- Strong initiative, communication, interpersonal, teamwork skills.
Desired qualifications：
- Good knowledge of internal combustion engine structure, engine performance, engine test, and test equipment.
- Engine Development experience
- Software Development Experience utilizing C, C++, or Simulink
- 3D design experience, preferred Pro/E or Creo
- Experience with Python scripting
- Engine E&E control knowledge
- Engine Emission knowledge
This position requires the candidate to work a 5-day-a-week schedule in the office.
Posting Dates:
August 22, 2025 - September 4, 2025Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply
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