Technical Lead - Electrical Systems

Caterpillar Inc.

Mossville, IL, US
Base: $128,470.00 - $192,710.00; bonus/equity: inc...
Onsite
Cabinet-level switchgear design authority
Low-voltage power distribution and protection
Component selection and thermal management
Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Technical Lead for Electrical Systems in Mossville, IL, to oversee the design and validation of electrical components in advanced power converter platforms. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in electrical engineering, particularly in charging systems, and will work collaboratively across various engineering disciplines

Job Summary

  • The role serves as the design authority for cabinet-level switchgear within advanced power converter systems.
  • Candidates will lead component selection, sizing, and validation ensuring safe and compliant operation across product variants.
  • The position offers relocation assistance and a competitive salary range between $128,470.00 and $192,710.00.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Technical Lead for Electrical Systems in Mossville, IL, to oversee the design and validation of electrical components in advanced power converter platforms. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in electrical engineering, particularly in charging systems, and will work collaboratively across various engineering disciplines.

Salary

Base: $128,470.00 - $192,710.00; Bonus/Equity: Incentive bonus available; Benefits: Medical dental vision 401(k) HSA FSA paid time off parental leave tuition reimbursement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Cabinet-level switchgear design authority
  • Low-voltage power distribution and protection
  • Component selection and thermal management
  • UL IEC NEC IEEE compliance expertise
  • Fault analysis and reliability testing

Nice-to-have

  • High emotional intelligence and humility
  • Mentorship of contributing engineers
  • Cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Openness to discovery and innovation

Key Requirements

  • Degree in Engineering Computer Science or Materials Science
  • Extensive experience with charging systems and hardware
  • Proven track record in regulated safety-critical environments

Work Rights

Not specified

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