Associate HMI Design Engineer
Caterpillar1 day ago
Alpharetta, GA, USAEntry Level
Base Salary
$81k - $122k/yr
Responsibilities
- Modify template HMI programs to align with project-specific PLC programs.
- Convert legacy HMI programs to current HMI programming software.
- Configure industrial computers with software and HMI projects.
- Verify HMI programs and document test results.
- Provide HMI engineering and technical support to production, helpdesk, field service, and aftermarket teams.
- Configure laboratory PLC networks for HMI testing and verification.
- Provide remote installation support and troubleshoot field-related HMI issues.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or electrical engineering technology.
- Knowledge of HMI software platforms including Rockwell FactoryTalk, RSView, Vijeo, Crimson, Kepware, Applicom, and Wonderware.
- Basic understanding of product testing, troubleshooting technical problems, analytical thinking, and decision-making.
- Working knowledge of HMI engineering and specialized graphics programs.
- Desired experience with graphic design tools including Photoshop, GIMP, and Adobe Illustrator.
- Programming experience with VBA scripting, JavaScript, HTML, C++, FBD, or SQL is recommended.
- Experience working with multiple disciplines such as service technicians, engineers, and end users is desired.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits, subject to eligibility.
- Paid time off including vacation, holidays, and volunteer time.
- 401(k) savings plans, HSA, and FSA options.
- Health lifestyle programs, employee assistance, voluntary benefits, and employee discounts.
- Career development, tuition reimbursement, incentive bonus, disability benefits, life insurance, parental leave, and adoption benefits.
- No relocation assistance is provided.
- This is a five-day-per-week, in-office position; business needs may require weekend scheduling.
- Employment offers are conditioned upon successful completion of a drug screen.
- Posting dates are November 11, 2026 through November 18, 2026.
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About Caterpillar
Caterpillar Inc. designs, manufactures, and services construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives for infrastructure, resource, and energy customers. The public company, founded in 1925 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, sells primarily through an independent worldwide dealer network and provides equipment financing. It operates through Construction Industries, Resource Industries, and Energy & Transportation segments, with shares traded on the NYSE and Euronext Paris.