"Alerted.org

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.

Job Summary:

As an Autonomy Engineering Specialist at Caterpillar, you will play a key role in developing and integrating advanced autonomous technologies into Caterpillar’s next-generation machinery. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and validate intelligent systems that enable machine perception, decision-making, and control in complex off-highway environments. This role requires a strong foundation in robotics, artificial intelligence, and software architecture, along with hands-on experience in deploying autonomy solutions in real-world applications.

You will be responsible for driving innovation in autonomy features such as object detection, path planning, localization, and remote operation. Your work will directly contribute to Caterpillar’s mission to build a safer, more efficient, and sustainable future through cutting-edge technology.

What You Will Do:

+ Design, develop, and integrate autonomous systems for heavy machinery, including perception, localization, planning, and control.

+ Implement AI and machine learning algorithms using tools such as Python, C++, TensorFlow, PyTorch, and ROS.

+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust system integration and performance across mechanical, electrical, and software domains.

+ Conduct simulation and field testing to validate autonomous functionality in real-world environments.

+ Analyze system performance data, troubleshoot issues, and drive continuous improvement in autonomy features.

+ Participate in design and code reviews, ensuring compliance with Caterpillar’s engineering and safety standards.

Education requirement:

Requires a degree in an accredited Engineering or Computer Science curriculum.

What skills you will have:

Artificial Intelligence:

+ Applies machine learning and AI algorithms to enable autonomous functionality in heavy machinery.

+ Utilizes tools such as **Python** , **TensorFlow** , **PyTorch** , and **OpenCV** for perception, decision-making, and control systems.

+ Develops and trains models for object detection, path planning, and predictive maintenance.

+ Integrates AI solutions with embedded systems and real-time operating environments.

Software Product Design/Architecture:

+ Designs scalable and modular software architectures for autonomous vehicle systems.

+ Uses tools like **MATLAB/Simulink** , **ROS (Robot Operating System)** , and **Enterprise Architect** to model and simulate system behavior.

+ Defines software interfaces and data flows between perception, planning, and control modules.

+ Conducts design reviews and ensures compliance with Caterpillar’s software development standards.

**Technical Excellence** :

+ Demonstrates deep technical knowledge in robotics, control systems, and embedded software.

+ Proficient in **C/C++** , **Python** , and **Linux-based development environments** for real-time applications.

+ Leads root cause analysis and resolution of complex technical issues in autonomous systems.

+ Stays current with emerging technologies in autonomy, AI, and advanced sensing systems.

Additional Information:

This position requires the candidate to **work full-time at the Mossville, IL office.**

Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position.

This position may require up to 10% travel.

Visa sponsorship is available with this position.

What you will get:

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world. Here you earn more than just wage, because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides:

+ Competitive Base Salary

+ Annual incentive bonus plan*

+ Medical, dental, and vision coverage

+ Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)

+ 401k savings plan

+ Health savings account (HSA)

+ Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

+ Short and long-term disability coverage

+ Life Insurance

+ Paid parental leave

+ Healthy Lifestyle Programs

+ Employee Assistance Programs

+ Voluntary Benefits (Ex. Accident, Identity Theft Protection)

*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines.

Final details:

Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.

For more information, visit caterpillar.com. To connect with us on social media, visit caterpillar.com/social-media

\#LI

Summary Pay Range:

$126,000.00 - $204,720.00

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

Posting Dates:

June 8, 2025 - June 17, 2025

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

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .