Engineer II Connectivity

Career Area:

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.

Role

Assists in the design, development, implementation, testing, and support of connectivity solutions enabling connected machines, digital services, remote operations, and data-driven products. Collaborates with senior engineers and product teams to deliver reliable connectivity capabilities across machine, edge, network, and cloud environments while ensuring customer and business requirements are met.

What You Will Do:

• Participate in the design, development, testing, deployment, and support of connectivity software and services.

• Assist in developing solutions supporting machine telemetry, remote diagnostics, asset monitoring, and digital product capabilities.

• Contribute to connectivity implementations involving:

• Cellular technologies (LTE, LTE-M, NB-IoT, 5G)

• Satellite communications (including Starlink)

• Edge gateways and edge computing platforms

• IoT communications and messaging systems

• Cloud-connected applications and services

• Support the development and maintenance of telemetry ingestion and data pipeline solutions.

• Create and maintain technical documentation including architecture diagrams, software specifications, operational procedures, and testing documentation.

• Perform software verification, validation, debugging, and troubleshooting activities.

• Monitor and investigate connectivity, application, and data flow issues.

• Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and testing activities.

• Collaborate with engineering, architecture, cybersecurity, cloud, and product teams to deliver integrated solutions.

• Research emerging technologies and contribute recommendations for improving connectivity platforms and engineering practices.

What You Will Have:

Industry Knowledge

• Demonstrates understanding of connected products, Industrial IoT, telematics, and digital platforms.
• Understands industry trends impacting machine connectivity and remote operations.
• Describes the role of Connectivity within Caterpillar's digital strategy.
• Maintains awareness of emerging networking, cloud, and connectivity technologies.
• Applies industry knowledge to daily engineering activities and technical decisions.

Problem Solving

• Identifies, documents, and analyzes technical issues and potential solutions.
• Uses diagnostic tools and data to investigate connectivity and software problems.
• Evaluates risks and benefits associated with alternative solutions.
• Collaborates with team members to resolve technical and operational issues.
• Contributes to root cause analysis and corrective action efforts.

Software Development Life Cycle

• Understands software development lifecycle phases and deliverables.
• Participates in requirements analysis, development, testing, and deployment activities.
• Applies Agile development methodologies and engineering best practices.
• Interprets technical requirements and functional specifications.
• Supports continuous improvement of engineering processes and product quality.

Software Product Testing

• Participates in functional, integration, performance, and system testing activities.
• Develops and executes test cases based on requirements and design specifications.
• Documents testing results and supports defect resolution activities.
• Assists in verification and validation of connectivity and software solutions.
• Supports automated and manual testing efforts.

Connectivity Systems Engineering

• Understands the fundamentals of cellular, satellite, networking, and IoT technologies.
• Assists in implementing connectivity solutions across machine, edge, and cloud environments.
• Participates in troubleshooting communication and networking issues.
• Learns connectivity architecture principles and engineering best practices.
• Contributes to system reliability and operational support activities.

Considered a Top Candidate

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, Information Technology, or related field.

• 2-5 years of experience in Software Engineering, Connectivity Engineering, Networking, Cloud Engineering, or Industrial IoT.

• Experience with one or more programming languages: C++, C, C#, Python

• Experience developing or supporting software applications, APIs, or connectivity services.

• Familiarity with:

• LTE, LTE-M, NB-IoT, or 5G technologies

• Starlink or satellite communication concepts

• MQTT, REST APIs, Kafka, or event-driven systems

• Cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS

• Linux-based development environments

• Exposure to telemetry systems, IoT platforms, edge computing, or connected products.

• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Additional Details:

• This position requires the candidate to work full-time at our Irving, Texas office.
• Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position.
• Visa sponsorship is NOT available with this position.
• This position may require up to 20% travel
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Summary Pay Range:

$97,530.00 - $158,480.00

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

Posting Dates:

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

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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