Simulation Manager (Electrification) at Caterpillar in Chillicothe, Illinois

Job Description:

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.


Caterpillar's Electrification & Energy Solutions (E&ES) Division will focus on delivering advanced electrified power train, zero-emissions products/technologies, and the solutions and services associated with these technologies. Focus areas include batteries, fuel cells, motors, inverters, micro grid controllers, charging, energy storage systems, lifecycle solutions/services and integration of components for ePowertrain solutions across industries.

We are looking for top talent to build and scale the next generation of technologies, products, and services to help our customers build a better-more sustainable-world. We need self-motivated, intelligent and team-oriented individuals to make our plans a reality. Individuals with high emotional intelligence, humility and openness to discovery will thrive in the teams we are building.

Join us!



JOB PURPOSE:


An Electric Powertrain (ePowertrain) includes a power source such as battery and possibly fuel cell, power electronics, and electric drivetrain components combined via controls into an electric powertrain system. As an Engineering Manager in the ePowertrain System team, you will be joining an innovative team on the cutting edge of electrification. The ePowertrain System team is part of the Electrification & Energy Solutions Division and is a full electric powertrain solution partner for all Caterpillar machines. You will be responsible for virtual product development of e-powertrain solutions across multiple NTI/NPI programs and will work with L6 Product Groups, L5 Product Architecting & Strategy team, L5 ePowertrain systems integration team, L5 ePowertrain controls team, and L3-L4 component teams to support their programs with requirements definition, with validation teams to support FMEA based planning, and PPRD to ensure proper validation of advanced ePowertrain components and systems supporting a wide variety of new product development and new technology investigation projects. Your role will be critical to establishing a simulation center of excellence in the ePowertrain system, component & control solutions domain, delivering world-class solutions, and in mentoring and coaching team members.



What you will do:

• Lead virtual product development of full electric powertrain configurations for a diverse range of machine platforms and collaborate with teams to define and meet targets for deliverables and timing of virtual, laboratory, and testbed demonstrators.
  

• Supervise various levels of engineers, technologists, and support personnel in one or more geographic location. The supervision role accounts for up to 50% of this assignment.
  

• Coach and facilitate the development of the work group to develop collaborative relationships among themselves, with customers, suppliers, other cross functional groups, and internal customers to ensure goals are achieved.
  

• Collaborate with System, Component & Control Technical Leads & Product Architects to develop VPD models that can be leveraged for requirements generation, FMEA analysis, techno-economic architecting analysis, MiL/HiL/PiL/SiL applications & validation studies
  

• Coordinate analysis and model development to align with Architecting & Strategy, NTI, and NPI project timelines and facilitate the on-time delivery of VPD solutions
  

• Develop ePowertrain system models using software packages such as MATLAB/Simulink/Simscape, Amesim (Simcenter), Ansys Twin Builder, Optislang, HEEDs and/or Dynasty, GT Suite, or equivalent tools.
  

• Support maintenance and upkeep of virtual garages and facilitate version control and management of libraries in conjunction with developers
  

• Collaborate with process partners and product groups to deliver high quality processes & results
  
  

What you have:



Degree Requirement: Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace, Energy/Power Systems Engineering or equivalent



Techni cal Excellence: Experienced in design and analysis associated with electric powertrain system/subsystem/component design, simulation and/or control. Ability to develop and provide solutions for significant technical challenges in these areas.
Level Extensive Experience:

• Product development lifecycle experience, leading a proof-of-concept/concept to production launch on electric drive systems, sub systems and/or components.
  

• Experience in 1D simulation for powertrain and/or vehicle simulations.
  

• Advises others on the assessment and provision of all technical solutions.
  

• Engages appropriate subject matter resources to effectively resolve technical issues.
  

• Mentors others to enhance their technical competence and its application to achieve more effective technical solutions.
  

• Coaches others in promoting, defining, analyzing, and providing superior technical solutions to business problems.
  

• Provides effective solutions to moderate technical challenges through strong technical competence, effectively examining implications of events and issues.
  

• Organizes and prioritizes the sequence of steps to be taken to remedy the situation.
  

• Identifies many possible causes for a problem based on prior experience and current research.
  

• Quantifies the costs, benefits, risks and chances for success before recommending a course of action.
  

• Approaches a complex problem by breaking it down into its component parts.
  

• Chooses among a diverse set of analytical tools according to the nature of the situation.
  

• Seeks discrepancies and inconsistencies in available information; explains variances.
  

Planning: Tactical, Strategic: Knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational (short term), tactical (1-2 years) and strategic (3-5 years) planning in support of the overall business plan.
Level Extensive Experience:

• Develops, refines, and communicates tactical plans for own responsibilities.
  

• Provides the right level of detail as input for strategic plan development.
  

• Demonstrates the value and necessity of linking tactical plans to overall strategic plan.
  

• Ensures attention to the detail and dependencies of existing departmental-level plans.
  

• Plans for allocation of resources in line with unit goals, technical and business objectives.
  

• Ensures the planning process is integrated with the overall business plan.
  
  

Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Significant experience evaluating and specifying system architecture and control application requirements for electric/hybrid electric powertrain/power systems, subsystems or components.
Level Extensive Experience:

• Differentiates assumptions, perspectives, and historical frameworks.
  

• Evaluates past decisions for insights to improve decision-making process.
  

• Assesses and validates decision options and points and predicts their potential impact.
  

• Advises others in analyzing and synthesizing relevant data and assessing alternatives.
  

• Uses effective decision-making approaches such as consultative, command, or consensus.
  

• Ensures that assumptions and received wisdom are objectively analyzed in decisions.
  
  

Effective Communications: Communicates complex ideas and concepts in a clear and concise manner so that others can understand. Exhibits depth and breadth of knowledge, skill, and experience in the relevant field.
Level Extensive Experience:

• Reviews others' writing or presentations and provides feedback and coaching.
  

• Adapts documents and presentations for the intended audience.
  

• Demonstrates both empathy and assertiveness when communicating a need or defending a position.
  

• Communicates well downward, upward, and outward.
  

• Employs appropriate methods of persuasion when soliciting agreement.
  Maintains focus on the topic at hand.
  

Customer/Market Focus: Understanding of the importance of remaining aware of shifting market priorities and ability to respond to internal and external customer needs in a manner that consistently adds value.
Level Extensive Experience:

• Implements improvements to methods for maintaining customer responsiveness
  

• Recommends new products and services based on changing customer needs and success criteria.
  

• Responds proactively to market and competitive shifts to maintain advantage.
  

• Delivers superior customer value consistently and within targets.
  

• Negotiates successful outcomes on behalf of difficult or dissatisfied customers.
  

• Mentors others to improve focus on the customer.
  
  

Managing People : Knowledge of processes involved in managing people; ability to lead successful teams, and diligently address issues related to performance and conflicts at the workplace.
Level Extensive Experience:

• Anticipates and manages difficult interpersonal situations and conflicts; resolves them to mutual satisfaction.
  

• Consults within the team; seeks inputs from subordinates and considers all views while making decisions.
  

• Implements coaching and mentoring programs to ensure the holistic development of employees.
  

• Monitors employee morale and satisfaction; recognizes employee contributions and achievements.
  

• Regularly reviews employee performance and provides constructive feedback.
  

• Works collaboratively with people from diverse backgrounds; understands their needs and perspectives.
  

Collaborating Globally: Knowledge of effective collaboration techniques and ability to build networks with people from different countries and cultures, think and work with them to bring positive impact and flourishing business results.
Level Working Knowledge:

• Shares information, thoughts and resources with other team members or colleagues.
  

• Participates in brainstorming sessions to share new ideas and complete group tasks.
  

• Recognizes and adapts to differences in background, culture, language and work style, when working with others.
  

• Initiates communication with other individuals or teams to solve shared problems cooperatively.
  

• Builds a network of colleagues from other areas with diverse expertise and capabilities.
  

Project Management: Ability to set and meet appropriate deadlines as it relates to all phases of the product development cycle ensuring effective utilization of global resources.
Level Extensive Experience:

• Utilizes preferred tools, techniques and methods for estimating project cost and time.
  

• Plans, estimates, staffs, organizes and monitors significant projects.
  

• Identifies risks and vulnerabilities; creates contingency plans.
  

• Conducts regular and ad-hoc project reviews with project team, sponsors, and clients.
  

• Maintains open communication among project participants and interested parties.
  

• Communicates reporting requirements; creates monitoring and control mechanisms.
  

Additional Information:

• This position would require up to 25% travel
  

• Relocation assistance is available for this position.
  

• Sponsorship is not available for this role.
  

Posting Dates:
November 27, 2024 - December 11, 2024
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

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