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Career Area:

Technology, Digital and Data

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.

Team Lead – Software Applications

Relocation Assistance is Available

Role Definition - Oversees the planning, organization and implementation of software and web applications.

What you will do:

• Managing the day-to-day activities of software projects, including overseeing team members responsibilities and schedules.

• Directing and motivating project team.

• Evaluating and managing deliverables to ensure that service expectations are achievable, developed, and met.

• Monitoring project results for significant deviations. Ensuring adherence to quality standards and processes.

Software Development

+ Experience with **Docker**

+ Extensive **Python** experience or **OOP** languages

+ Meaningful experience with **Model View Controller / Model View Template** framework

+ Demonstrated experience as a **Full Stack Development**

+ Experience of software development in a manufacturing environment

+ Top Candidates will also have a high level of **Javascript** experience

**Manufacturing Data and Process Understanding;** Understanding of manufacturing processes such as **CNC machining** , metal cutting tooling, and assembly processes. Understanding of digital data from these types of processes and how to interpret data from manufacturing processes.

+ General understanding of **Machining and CNC processes**

+ General understanding of Assembly processes in a manufacturing environment

+ Experience with Automation and systems like **AGVs** and **Vision Systems**

+ Experience with **IoT** and **Cloud Architecture**

+ Industry 4.0 Understanding

+ Top Candidates would also have Industry **4.0 Implementation** experience, CNC process experience, and understanding of Logical Technical Architectures / Network Diagrams / Entity Relationship in the Azure Domain

+ Top candidates will also have experience automating processes with PLC, Robot, and AGV

**Education** :

+ Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or Technology preferred

Top Candidates will also have:

+ Good communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills

+ Project management skills, team leadership skills

+ Understanding of manufacturing principles

What you have:

**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.

**Implementation:** Knowledge of how to run applications for organizations; ability to implement application software within an organization and help end-users perform specific tasks (ex: accounting or graphic design).

**IT Project Control and Reporting:** Knowledge of project control and reporting; ability to monitor the vital signs of an IT project while managing its progress and delivery schedule.

**IT Project Management:** Knowledge of project management; ability to plan, organize, monitor and control IT projects using appropriate technical resources.

**IT Standards, Procedures & Policies:** Knowledge of Information Technology (IT) standards and policies; ability to utilize a variety of administrative skill sets and technical knowledge to manage organizational IT policies, standards, and procedures.

Additional Information:

+ Location of this position is in Lafayette, IN

+ Relocation assistance is available for this position

+ This position may require up to 10% travel.

+ Sponsorship is NOT approved for this position

Summary Pay Range:

$110,520.00 - $179,640.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of 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

Relocation is available for this position.

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, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Posting Dates:

April 29, 2025 - May 12, 2025

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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