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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.

Data Engineer

Role Definition:

Employs data analytics to assess an organization's technical performance and makes system enhancement recommendations.

What You Will Do:

+ Design conceptual, logical, and physical data models to support data marts and business data objects.

+ Name relevant data sources and define relationships, dependencies, and mappings.

+ Create reusable schemas for Snowflake data marts, ensuring alignment with business processes.

+ Maintain data dictionaries and metadata to support governance and auditability.

What You Have:

+ Expertise in ER modeling and tools like ERwin or Power Designer.

+ Strong SQL and database design concepts such as data vault, star schemas, etc.

+ Experience with big data platforms for performance and cost like Snowflake and Cloudera.

+ Ability to translate business requirements into technical specifications.

+ Understanding of data governance and metadata standards.

Skill Descriptors:

Value Realization:

+ Knowledge of value realization methods; ability to plan, execute, watch and manage business activities and resources to find and achieve the actual value from a business initiative as estimated in an associated business case

**Communicating Complex Concepts** :

+ Knowledge of effective presentation tools and techniques to ensure clear understanding; ability to use summarization and simplification techniques to explain complex technical concepts in simple, clear language right to the audience.

Agile Development:

+ Knowledge of agile methodologies and the agile development lifecycle; ability to use formal agile methodologies, disciplines, practices and techniques for the delivery of new and enhanced applications.

Cloud Computing:

+ Knowledge of the concepts, technologies and services of cloud computing; ability to design, deploy and implement cloud computing solutions in various business environments.

Database Design (Physical):

+ Knowledge of database systems; ability to set up a data model for designing an organization's database that runs effectively and efficiently for better business outcome.

ETL Process:

+ Knowledge of the extraction, transformation and loading (ETL) process; ability to develop a database through the ETL process.

Information Management:

+ Knowledge of an organization's existing and planned Information Architecture and Information Management (IM) method; ability to collect and manage information from different sources and distribute this information to enhance operational efficiency.

Modeling:

+ Data, Process, Events, Objects: Knowledge of data, process and events; ability to use tools and techniques for analyzing and documenting logical relationships among data, processes or events.

**Additional Info** :

• The primary locations for this position are Dallas, TX or Mossville, IL.

• Sponsorship is **NOT** available.

• Relocation is available for qualified candidates.

• This role requires 5 DAYS IN OFFICE.

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 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:

$97,530.00 - $146,290.00

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

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

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:

January 6, 2026 - January 17, 2026

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. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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