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Sr. Electronic Component Engineer

Caterpillar · Mossville, IL · $112,710–$169,060 a year · Full time

Posted Sep 22, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about an EMC testing project that ran into trouble. How did you keep it moving?

What they are checking: Project management under setbacks, which the posting names as a core duty.

Tell me about a test method you developed or improved.

What they are checking: Experience reviewing and developing EMC test methods, which the posting lists.

What would you do

Your test results look strange and you suspect the test equipment, not the product. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they verify the test setup and equipment before drawing conclusions about the product.

How would you explain an EMC risk to a design team early enough for them to fix it cheaply?

What they are checking: Prevention mindset and ability to influence designs before testing finds problems.

How do you handle a supplier who says their part passed EMC at their lab but it fails at ours?

What they are checking: Ability to compare setups fairly and resolve disputes with data rather than blame.

About the work

Walk me through how you would write an EMC test plan for a new electronic component going on a Caterpillar machine.

What they are checking: Whether they can pick the right standards, test levels and setups for a specific component and application.

A component fails radiated emissions testing. How do you troubleshoot it?

What they are checking: Practical EMC debugging skill, such as near-field probing and isolating sources, instead of guessing at fixes.

How do EMC requirements differ across the industries Caterpillar serves, like construction, mining and power generation?

What they are checking: Awareness that requirements vary by industry and the role needs them communicated correctly.

How do you document EMC test results so they hold up to a standards audit?

What they are checking: Rigor in documentation that meets the standards the results are reported against.

What is the difference between conducted and radiated immunity testing, and why do both matter on a machine?

What they are checking: Core EMC knowledge applied to real vehicle environments with long harnesses and high-power systems.

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The full job description

As published by Caterpillar.

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. Electromagnetic Compatibility Testing, Troubleshooting, Planning, and Design for electrical and electronic components used on Caterpillar products. This role is in Cat Technology and supports Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) across Caterpillar. What You Will Do: • Write, review, and execute EMC test plans for electrical and electronic systems and components. • Investigating and troubleshooting all technical issues related to electrical and electronic systems and components, as well as EMC test equipment. • Manage EMC testing projects, ensuring appropriate requirements are used and met, responding quickly to challenges to keep the project moving. • learn and communicating requirements for multiple industries. • Document test results in accordance with various standards. • Review and develop EMC test methods to mitigate EMC risks and ensure the EMC lab outputs high quality results. • Mentoring technicians and engineers in the EMC hardening of electrical and electronic systems and components. • Automate testing using EMC test automation tools and AI. • Work with a global team of peers to provide EMC consulting for Caterpillar design engineers. • Requires a degree in an accredited Engineering, or Science curriculum including EMC design or RF physics. What You Will Have : Electromagnetic Compatibility - Knowledge of EMC tests, instruments, and standards. Ability to understand EMC problems and propose economical and effective design improvements. Effective Communications - Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors. Project Management - Project Management: Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives. Relationship Management - Knowledge of relationship management techniques; ability to establish and maintain healthy working relationships with clients and peers. Technical Excellence - Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.: Electronics Engineering - HTH: Knowledge of electronics engineering; ability to design, test and manufacture electronic circuits, components and devices. Reliability Management - HTH: Knowledge of reliability management; ability to utilize various tools, techniques, methodologies and metrics to meet and manage hardware product performance and reliability objectives. Troubleshooting Technical Problems - Knowledge of troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, detect and resolve technical problems in a product development environment. Top Candidates Will Have: • A bachelor's degree in an accredited Engineering, or Science curriculum including EMC design or RF physics. • Deep experience with Electromagnetic Compatibility testing. • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects. • A history of complex troubleshooting • Understanding of design for RF filters and/or antennas • Awareness of common ISO, IEC and CISPR EMC standards Additional Details: • This position requires the candidate to work full-time at the Mossville, IL office. • Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position. • Visa sponsorship is not available for this role • Travel can be up to 10% #LI Summary Pay Range: $112,710.00 - $169,060.00 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 This position requires working onsite five days a week. Relocation is available for this position. Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. Posting Dates: October 5, 2026 - October 25, 2026 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. 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