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Description
Caterpillar is developing machines with advanced electric drive powertrains. A key part of these powertrains are the controls and software for the motors, generators and powertrain systems. Accurate high speed HIL systems are critical to ensure the controls and software are working properly. As an Electric Drive Controls Verification engineer you will be responsible for developing HIL systems to test the powertrain controls. You will interact with the system designers and controls engineers to develop the HIL models, implement the models on the various HIL platforms and work directly with the software developers to test the software. As part of this team you may also participate in on machine testing at Caterpillar’s proving grounds.
Job Duties
Gather requirements for HIL plant modeling
Implement plant models on HIL systems
Work with controls and software engineers to verify software on the HIL systems
Produce test results documentation
Replicate field issues on the HIL
Provide feedback for improvement of the controls and software
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science
2+ year experience in developing HIL test platforms
2+ Experience in plant modeling with Matlab/Simulink
Experience with Python
Top Candidates will also have
Experience with OPAL-RT HIL systems
Experience with electric machine controls and power electronics hardware
Understanding of Caterpillar machine performance
Experience with Vector CANape and CANanalyzer
Experience with CAT ET
Experience with GIT configuration management tool
Desire to work in a fast-paced team environment
Excellent problem-solving capabilities
Excellent communication skills
Additional Information
The location for this position is Mossville, IL
Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position
Visa sponsorship is available for this position
This position may require 10% travel
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