Electrical Engineer Level 3, Illinois

Job Title: Electrical Engineer – Level 3

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Level 3 Electrical Engineer to join our team at Caterpillar in Mossville, IL. This role focuses on the development and validation of power electronic components for inverters and converters. The ideal candidate will bring strong hands-on testing experience with high-power electronic components such as IGBT/MOSFET modules, capacitors, sensors, and PCBs, and will play a critical role in component sourcing, development, validation, and failure analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and validate power electronic components, including inverters/converters, power modules (IGBT/MOSFET), capacitors, and sensors.

Work with suppliers and cross-functional teams to source and develop components.

Conduct high-current, high-voltage, and high-temperature testing in lab environments.

Plan and execute test procedures; design test fixtures as needed.

Perform data collection, processing, documentation, and reporting.

Analyze component failures and prepare technical presentations.

Collaborate with electrical, thermal, mechanical, and quality teams throughout development and testing phases.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with 5+ years of relevant experience

OR

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with 3+ years of relevant experience

OR

PhD in Electrical Engineering (considered equivalent to a master's)

Strong hands-on experience with electric drive and high-power component testing

Proficiency in using lab test equipment: oscilloscopes, high-voltage probes, data loggers, current transducers, HV power supplies, thermal/vibration chambers

Demonstrated experience in test plan creation, execution, and results analysis

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working across electrical, mechanical, thermal, and quality disciplines

Proficiency in Python, Matlab, and Excel for data analysis

Experience with double pulse testing and full characterization of power modules

Understanding of component behavior under various operating conditions

Soft Skills:

Strong planning and organizational abilities, including scheduling and test planning

Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with PMO and cross-functional teams

Clear communication and ability to present technical results to varied audiences

Additional Information:

On-Site Requirement: This position is strictly 100% on-site in Mossville, IL

Interview Process: Initial phone screen with the hiring manager (Madan Jalla) and possibly another team member, followed by formal video interview(s) via Microsoft Teams