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.

Are you passionate about technology and eager to make a mark in the engineering field? We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who are ready to embark on an exciting career at Caterpillar. Whether you are a recent graduate or someone looking to pivot into a new career, we offer a dynamic and supportive environment where you can grow and thrive.

Cat Technology is transforming the way our customers work – not just by building smarter machines, but by delivering integrated, scalable solutions that deliver real-world outcomes. We collaborate with partners across the enterprise to advance technologies including autonomy and automation, which helps enhance site safety, productivity and efficiency across customer operations worldwide. Cat Technology owns enterprise-wide initiatives in innovation, research and development, manufacturing automation and advanced materials, ensuring Caterpillar continues to lead the industry in technological excellence and engineering innovation.

About the Role

As an autonomy engineer, you will assist in the design, definition, development, and test of the robotics hardware development; collaborating with senior engineers to ensure that internal and external clients' needs are met.

What You Will Do

You’ll join a team with diverse project responsibilities, have valuable networking opportunities with all levels of Caterpillar employees. Some of the responsibilities include:

• Collecting and researching data on customer experience with robotic platforms; preparing reports for management

• Documenting architecture specifications, hardware requirements and specifications, verification plans, test cases, operating procedures, and safety procedures

• Utilize appropriate tools to develop hardware in 3D modeling tools according to specifications, create 2D drawings, collaborate with suppliers, and assist with procurement of the hardware.

• Utilize appropriate tools to debug, test and maintain cat robotic hardware, assisting in the assembly, verification and validation process

What You Will Have - Skills and Experiences

• Industry Knowledge: Knowledge of the organization's industry group, trends, directions, major issues, regulatory considerations, and trendsetters; ability to apply industry knowledge appropriately to diverse situations

• Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations

• Hardware Development Life Cycle: Knowledge of hardware development life cycle; ability to use a structured methodology for delivering and managing new or enhanced hardware products to the marketplace

• Hardware Product Testing: Knowledge of hardware testing; ability to design, plan, and execute testing strategies and tactics to ensure hardware quality and adherence to stated requirements

• Technical Troubleshooting: Knowledge of technical troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, recognize, and resolve technical issues on hardware applications or operations

Top Candidates May Have:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering or related degree (selected candidates must complete their degree by their start date)

• 0-2 years of relevant experience related to this field (internships or academic projects are a plus)

• Minimum cumulative GPA requirement 3.0/ 4.0 (no rounding)

• Experience in 3D design using CREO

• Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment outside of the classroom

Additional Information:

• Ideal for those building foundational skills in engineering, generally within the first 24 months of their career

• Locations for this position are Mossville IL or Tucson AZ

• Basic relocation may be available, depending on relocation qualifications

• Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

Summary Pay Range:

$81,370.00 - $122,060.00

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:

March 10, 2026 - March 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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