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Autonomy Engineer
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Caterpillar Inc.
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.
Career Area Engineering
Job Summary As an Autonomy Engineer at Caterpillar, you will support the engineering workstream to develop Caterpillar’s advanced safety, automated, and autonomous technology solutions to enable our customers to optimize their machines and jobsites. This position will work with divisions inside Caterpillar to support end-to-end product development, product performance, safety, reliability, regulatory compliance, security, consistency, efficiency, ease-of-use, and validation.
What You Will Do
Support delivering robust safety, automation, and autonomy technology solutions through the end-to-end requirements development, systems, troubleshooting, testing and validation
Document requirements, specifications, test and validation reports
Collaborate across an enterprise matrix organization
Hands‑on technical expert for product functionality and performance with involvement in proving ground, early learner, and field follow development
What You Will Have / Knowledge Areas
Industry Knowledge
– knowledge of the organization's industry group, trends, directions, major issues, regulatory considerations, and trendsetters.
Problem Solving
– knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems.
Software Development Life Cycle
– knowledge of software development life cycle; ability to use a structured methodology.
Software Product Testing
– knowledge of software product testing; ability to design, plan, and execute testing strategies.
Application Development Tools
– knowledge of application and system development; ability to use relevant tools.
Artificial Intelligence
– knowledge of AI concepts, technologies and methodologies.
Programming
– knowledge of relevant programming languages and tools.
Technical Troubleshooting
– knowledge of technical troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques.
Considerations For Top Candidates
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Robotics, or Computer Science from an accredited college or university OR equivalent working experience
Experience in Construction Technology Development
Heavy Equipment Technology Development Experience
Construction Technology Application Experience including Mining Technology Application Experience
Demonstrated understanding of developing machine technology
Understanding of Construction Industry Applications, Mining Industry Applications, or related segments
Prior knowledge of assist, automation, or autonomy systems in the areas of positioning, planning, and/or perception
Stays current with emerging technologies in automation, autonomy, AI, and advanced sensing system
Industry Knowledge: Demonstrated understanding of heavy equipment technology development for Construction, Mining, or similar industries
Application Development: Ability to follow standards and guidelines, create engineering documentation, and communicate clearly
Technical Troubleshooting: Ability to discover, analyze, and resolve hardware, software, or application problems using standard tools and vendor-specific tools and utilities
Software Product Testing: Ability to document procedures test activities, test applications/products for compliance with functional requirements and design specifications, and document test results
What You Will Get Working with a Fortune 100 leader, you can build your career on a global scale and take advantage of development opportunities with emerging technologies. We’ve created an inclusive environment for you to explore your passions, make an impact and do the work that really matters. Join Us.
About Caterpillar Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off‑highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel‑electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed to and contributing to a reduced‑carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
Summary Pay Range $95,640.00 – $155,400.00
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
Work Location This position requires working onsite five days a week.
Relocation Relocation is available for this position.
Visa Sponsorship Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer.
Posting Dates October 16, 2025 - October 26, 2025
Equal Opportunity Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
Seniorities and Types
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Industries: Construction and Machinery Manufacturing
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Autonomy Engineer
role at
Caterpillar Inc.
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.
Career Area Engineering
Job Summary As an Autonomy Engineer at Caterpillar, you will support the engineering workstream to develop Caterpillar’s advanced safety, automated, and autonomous technology solutions to enable our customers to optimize their machines and jobsites. This position will work with divisions inside Caterpillar to support end-to-end product development, product performance, safety, reliability, regulatory compliance, security, consistency, efficiency, ease-of-use, and validation.
What You Will Do
Support delivering robust safety, automation, and autonomy technology solutions through the end-to-end requirements development, systems, troubleshooting, testing and validation
Document requirements, specifications, test and validation reports
Collaborate across an enterprise matrix organization
Hands‑on technical expert for product functionality and performance with involvement in proving ground, early learner, and field follow development
What You Will Have / Knowledge Areas
Industry Knowledge
– knowledge of the organization's industry group, trends, directions, major issues, regulatory considerations, and trendsetters.
Problem Solving
– knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems.
Software Development Life Cycle
– knowledge of software development life cycle; ability to use a structured methodology.
Software Product Testing
– knowledge of software product testing; ability to design, plan, and execute testing strategies.
Application Development Tools
– knowledge of application and system development; ability to use relevant tools.
Artificial Intelligence
– knowledge of AI concepts, technologies and methodologies.
Programming
– knowledge of relevant programming languages and tools.
Technical Troubleshooting
– knowledge of technical troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques.
Considerations For Top Candidates
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Robotics, or Computer Science from an accredited college or university OR equivalent working experience
Experience in Construction Technology Development
Heavy Equipment Technology Development Experience
Construction Technology Application Experience including Mining Technology Application Experience
Demonstrated understanding of developing machine technology
Understanding of Construction Industry Applications, Mining Industry Applications, or related segments
Prior knowledge of assist, automation, or autonomy systems in the areas of positioning, planning, and/or perception
Stays current with emerging technologies in automation, autonomy, AI, and advanced sensing system
Industry Knowledge: Demonstrated understanding of heavy equipment technology development for Construction, Mining, or similar industries
Application Development: Ability to follow standards and guidelines, create engineering documentation, and communicate clearly
Technical Troubleshooting: Ability to discover, analyze, and resolve hardware, software, or application problems using standard tools and vendor-specific tools and utilities
Software Product Testing: Ability to document procedures test activities, test applications/products for compliance with functional requirements and design specifications, and document test results
What You Will Get Working with a Fortune 100 leader, you can build your career on a global scale and take advantage of development opportunities with emerging technologies. We’ve created an inclusive environment for you to explore your passions, make an impact and do the work that really matters. Join Us.
About Caterpillar Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off‑highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel‑electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed to and contributing to a reduced‑carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
Summary Pay Range $95,640.00 – $155,400.00
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
Work Location This position requires working onsite five days a week.
Relocation Relocation is available for this position.
Visa Sponsorship Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer.
Posting Dates October 16, 2025 - October 26, 2025
Equal Opportunity Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
Seniorities and Types
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Industries: Construction and Machinery Manufacturing
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