2026 Engineering Rotational Development Program – Product Development Track – Erdp

2026 Engineering Rotational Development Program – Product Development Track – Erdp

Requirements

• Analytical skills, initiating ideas, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, problem-solving, and critical thinking capabilities
• Knowledge of engineering principles, theory, and engineering experience gained through projects, internships, and/or relevant work experiences
• Fundamental understanding of engineering for a manufacturing environment, ability to design and implement materials, structures, machines, devices, systems and processes that safely realize a desired objective or invention
• Organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, ability to quickly gain, and effectively apply new skills & knowledge
• Success in collaborating with others of diverse cultures, interpersonal styles, and abilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Currently pursuing an ABET accredited Bachelors or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Agricultural or Aerospace Engineering, Engineering Technology or related Engineering discipline at the time of applying
• Minimum cumulative Grade Point Average of 3.0/4.0 (no rounding) at current institution
• Must be willing to travel and relocate domestically

Responsibilities

• Engineer components & systems for Caterpillar products to meet our customers’ needs. Deliver solutions by leading collaboration with cross functional teams throughout our value chain starting from the initial concept through production.
• CFD – Computational Fluid Dynamics (ANSYS), FEA – Finite Element Analysis, 3D modelling, autonomy sensor and photorealistic environment root cause investigation; system/subsystem/component design optimization, structural dynamics, development and optimization of Engine, Aftertreatment, Battery, Fuel Cell, Powertrain, Machine System performance, and/or Autonomy and Multiple Machine Coordination.
• Apply strong mechanical engineering understanding in a test/validation (hands-on) environment, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with others for optimal results.
• Develop/Implement control system algorithms using Matlab/Simulink for various control systems including but not limited to engine controllers, machine implement controllers as well as powertrain controllers.
• Will be responsible for designing and testing various electronic control modules as well as various electronic components. Will work with various internal Caterpillar clients to understand controller/component requirements, work with suppliers on design and validation of the components, as well as testing the components in various environments.
• Develop embedded software in C, C# and/or C++ for various electronic control modules. Some examples of embedded software development applications include Datalink communications, Inputs and Outputs [Sensors and actuators], speed calculation, Injection/spark timing, memory management, CPU optimization, multi core design and implementation, autonomy algorithms for perception, localization, planning, etc.
• Verify functionality of a feature or control system algorithm on a HIL [Hardware in the Loop] simulator bench or a SIL [Software in the loop] system. Understand requirements of the feature and/or the schematics of the controller / control system, verify functionality and debug/report anomalies to the development team and help validate fixes.
• Apply mechanical, manufacturing, systems and/or industrial engineering knowledge to analyze and optimize an engineering process or processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Involvement with a campus design/competition teams or related experience
• Project or Team Leadership experience
• Previous technical internship/co-op or relevant experience
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills