Career Area: Business Technologies, Digital and Data 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. Caterpillar Inc. seeks Software Engineer at its facility located at 875 W Cushing Street, Tucson, AZ, 85745. As a Software Engineer, will work with a cross-functional team to define software requirements to support Continuous Product Improvement (CPI), New Product Introduction (NPI), and aftermarket demand. Will write structured and well-documented requirements. Will develop a test plan for software and test/validate software on the bench and on the machine. Will support cross-functional teams on Logic Controller (PLC) / Human Machine Interface (HMI) related topics. Will plan and manage deliverables to ensure project timelines are met. Will guide and collaborate with other programmers and be responsible for end-to-end of Electric Rope Shovel software from implementation to releasing. Will serve as the technical expert in Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)/Human Machine Interface (HMI)/technology software. Multiple openings. REQS: This position requires a Master’s degree (or equivalent foreign degree) in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering or a closely related field and 3 years of experience serving in a Software / Controls Engineering role. Position also requires 3 years of experience (which may have been gained concurrently): (1) Performing PLC/HMI development and design; (2) Software troubleshooting; (3) Direct working experience with electrical component work (S7 PLC hardware) and writing structured and well-documented requirements; and (4) Electric Rope shovel software experience and experience with PLC programming technologies (including specifically Siemens Step7 Simatic Manager). In the alternative, employer will accept a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent foreign degree) in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering or a closely related field and 5 years of experience serving in a Software / Controls Engineering role. Position also requires 3 years of experience (which may have been gained concurrently): (1) Performing PLC/HMI development and design; (2) Software troubleshooting; (3) Direct working experience with electrical component work (S7 PLC hardware) and writing structured and well-documented requirements; and (4) Electric Rope shovel software experience and experience with PLC programming technologies (including specifically Siemens Step7 Simatic Manager). #LI-DNI Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen. EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community. There’s more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar. Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee’s contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we’ve built.