Currently tracking 22 active AI roles, down 26% versus the prior 4 weeks. Primary focus: Agent · Engineering. Salary range $98k–$259k (avg $171k).
Caterpillar currently has 36 active AI-related roles in our index. The most common open titles are: Autonomy Development Engineer (2), Data Scientist (2), ALTERNANCE (Master) Développeur Solutions Digitales et IA pour les Processus Achats F/H (Réf 06-2026), Autonomy Engineer, Autonomy Validation Engineer. Most positions are in Engineering and Product.
Caterpillar's active AI hiring is concentrated in: agents (67%), data (19%), application (6%). These categories follow a seven-stage AI lifecycle: data, pre-training, post-training, serving infrastructure, agents, evaluation, and application.
Caterpillar is hiring AI talent in: United States (25 roles), China (2 roles).
Job postings at Caterpillar most frequently mention: Software Engineering, Machine Learning, Debugging, Process Mining, SQL.
In the past 30 days, Caterpillar has posted 91 new AI-related roles. That is a +82% change versus the prior 30 days (50 → 91).
Caterpillar currently has 28 active job listings related to artificial intelligence. The majority of these roles, 54%, are focused on agents, with serving infrastructure and data each accounting for 18% of the listings. The dominant function for these positions is Engineering. In the last 30 days, Caterpillar has posted 40 new AI roles, representing a significant increase of 1233% compared to the previous 30-day period.
| Title | Stage | AI score |
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| Manufacturing Engineer - Welding Manufacturing Engineer focused on welding processes, automation (robotic welding, cobots), and factory support to improve safety, quality, and throughput. Drives continuous improvement and integration of smart factory technologies. | — | 0 |
| Manufacturing Engineer - Assembly Seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to drive process advancements, automation integration, factory support, and new product introductions. This role focuses on developing robust, repeatable manufacturing processes while advancing automation solutions including emerging technologies, cobots, lifting and rigging, and digital factory initiatives to improve safety, quality, throughput and cost. The engineer will support the implementation of new product designs and technologies, prepare the factory for future investment needs by developing standardized work, strengthening process robustness, and driving defect prevention through data-driven problem solving. Success requires a hands-on, operations-focused approach, delivering measurable improvements in safety, quality, throughput, and cost while building scalable manufacturing capabilities. |
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| Machinist - 2nd and 3rd Shifts - East Peoria Bldg KK - Full Time Operates, sets up, and adjusts automatic lathes to perform machining operations on miscellaneous parts. Manually operates vertical turret lathes and adjusts automatic cutoff machines. Requires technical school background or equivalent, CNC/machine shop experience, and good communication skills. Awareness of 5S and TPM is a plus. | — | 0 |
| Assembly & Test Specialist - 2nd and 3rd Shifts - East Peoria Bldg KK - Supplemental This role is for an Assembly & Test Specialist in a manufacturing environment, focusing on routine assembly and testing of machine components and assemblies. It involves operating test machines, performing repairs, and preparing products for shipping. The role requires a high school diploma, knowledge of manufacturing processes, and a mechanical background. Training is provided. | — | 0 |
| Quality Technician Quality Technician role at Caterpillar focused on ensuring products meet quality standards through data analysis, root cause analysis, and adherence to quality management systems. The role involves training manufacturing and quality teams, preparing inspection reports, managing quality indicators, and ensuring compliance with specifications. Requires knowledge of quality management, manufacturing processes, product testing, and root cause analysis. | — | 0 |
| IT Analyst Technical Infrastructure Seeking an Azure Cloud Engineer to build, deploy, and support IaaS and PaaS solutions in global Azure environments. The role involves acting as a technical subject matter expert for cloud modernization, platform reliability, and automation, with a focus on Infrastructure-as-Code and CI/CD pipelines. | — | 0 |
| Quality Specialist-6 This role is not AI-related as AI/ML is not the core craft. It is a Quality Specialist role in the Operations career area at Caterpillar, an industrial company. | — | 0 |
| Quality Specialist 1 This role is not related to AI/ML as its core craft. It is in the Operations career area within the industrial domain. | — | 0 |
| Technology Business Partner (Manager IT Engagement) This role leads a team of IT professionals to partner with business leaders and enterprise IT to deliver technology solutions that enable customer-focused capabilities. The role champions an automation-first and AI-enabled approach, embedding digital, data, and intelligent capabilities to drive efficiency and scalability. It involves end-to-end lifecycle accountability and stakeholder communication. | — | 0 |
| Procurement Intern Internship role focused on procurement processes, data analysis for manufacturing and procurement, cost reduction, and supporting supply chain projects. Requires a university degree and good communication skills. | — | 0 |
| Digital Product Owner This role is for a Digital Product Owner at Caterpillar, focusing on the development of cloud-based technology projects. The responsibilities include requirements gathering, creating user stories, managing projects using Agile methodologies, and ensuring solutions meet business needs. The role requires experience in cloud-based web application development and familiarity with Azure DevOps and SQL queries. While the company is in the technology sector, the core function of this role is product ownership and project management within a traditional software development lifecycle, not direct AI/ML model development or research. | — | 0 |
| Analista de Control de Calidad Quality Control Analyst role at Caterpillar, focusing on reading and interpreting blueprints and geometric tolerances (GD&T), using and maintaining measurement instruments, and basic Microsoft Office for reporting. Responsibilities include inspecting incoming parts, testing equipment, performing audits, and interacting with customers on quality standards. Requires technical or engineering background and skills in problem-solving and Quality Management Systems (QMS). | — | 0 |
| IT Manager This IT Manager role at Caterpillar focuses on leading the delivery of IT services, including infrastructure, applications, project delivery, and ongoing system support, across multiple facilities. The manager will ensure solutions align with business needs, maintain high standards, and drive continuous improvement. Key responsibilities include leading and developing a team, partnering with stakeholders, managing IT initiatives, and championing IT controls, security, and disaster recovery. | — | 0 |
| Maintenance Supervisor This role is for a Maintenance Supervisor at Caterpillar in China, responsible for overseeing equipment maintenance and repair teams in a production unit. The role involves improving equipment reliability, managing maintenance budgets, training staff, and ensuring compliance with safety procedures. Key technical skills include diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical faults on CNC equipment, troubleshooting PLC systems (Fanuc, Mitsubishi, Siemens), and understanding industrial communication protocols like Modbus and Profinet. Experience with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and basic digital application skills are also mentioned. | — | 0 |
| Machinist I Operates relevant machining equipment to process parts. Identifies, isolates, and disposes of non-conforming materials according to specified methods. Uses manual and automatic gauges to measure product quality against requirements. Completes other duties and tasks as assigned. Follows factory safety policies, safe work procedures, and hazard assessments. Safely and effectively produces high-quality products continuously according to CPS processes. Follows established and documented ISO quality system regulations, such as ISO:9001. Actively participates in and cooperates with factory continuous improvement efforts. Good communication skills. Completes tasks assigned by supervisor in a timely manner. | — | 0 |
| Social Media Specialist Social Media Specialist role at Caterpillar, focusing on developing and executing social media strategies, creating engaging content, managing online communities, and analyzing campaign performance to increase brand awareness and lead generation across multiple platforms. Requires experience in B2B social media, strong analytical skills, and knowledge of SEO/AEO/content marketing principles. | — | 0 |
| Engineer-Design Design Engineer responsible for the development, design, and validation of heads, blocks, and housings castings and associated components. Focuses on creating robust, manufacturable designs that meet performance, quality, and cost targets. Collaborates cross-functionally with manufacturing, quality, and supplier teams. Key responsibilities include 3D modeling and drafting, material selection, tolerance analysis, and supporting product validation through testing and continuous improvement initiatives. | — | 0 |
| Assembler I Assembler I role at Caterpillar in Shanghai, focusing on assembling parts, ensuring product quality, and adhering to manufacturing processes and safety policies. Requires basic computer and math skills, understanding of blueprints, and knowledge of torque applications. The role involves using various tools and software for production and documentation. | — | 0 |
| DP-005812 Software Engineer responsible for implementing, problem-solving, maintaining, and supporting agile software development. This includes designing, developing, and writing software applications, acquiring client requirements, optimizing workflows through automation, writing and enhancing source code, and utilizing automated testing tools. | — | 0 |
| Embedded Software Engineer - Platform Software Embedded Software Engineer responsible for designing, developing, and delivering low-level embedded software for Next Gen ECUs used in Caterpillar NPI programs. This includes gathering requirements, writing and testing source code, and debugging embedded systems. Requires a BS degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering and experience with C/C++, RTOS, AUTOSAR, and scripting languages. | — | 0 |
| Senior IT Analyst Applications (Senior SAP Functional Consultant) Seeking a Senior IT Analyst Applications (Senior SAP Functional Consultant) to join the Financial Systems CBS & eSAP-CAT IT Division at Caterpillar. The role involves working on SAP/ERP deployment projects in the Finance area, requiring deep functional understanding of SAP Finance modules and accounting background. Responsibilities include delivering SAP implementation projects, managing functional activities, participating in blueprinting workshops, preparing functional specs, testing development, and migrating changes to Production. The candidate will also manage finance activities during SAP deployments, analyze issues, support system integration, and participate in problem resolution. | — | 0 |
| Manufacturing Process Technician V This role supports and maintains manufacturing processes, focusing on equipment setup, monitoring, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities include optimizing PLC logic, upgrading control parameters, participating in technical reviews for new automated equipment, tracking equipment performance, and programming/debugging robot programs. Requires a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and automation or related fields, with 3+ years of experience with mainstream robots and basic knowledge of SIEMENS PLC & HMI. | — | 0 |
| Manufacturing Process Technician VI Manufacturing Process Technician VI at Caterpillar in Wuxi, Jiangsu. Supports and maintains manufacturing processes for safe, quality, and efficient production. Focuses on equipment setup, monitoring, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement. Develops PLC logic, upgrades software/hardware, participates in technical reviews for automated equipment, tracks equipment performance, and provides technical expertise for robotic and automated systems. Requires a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and automation, mechatronics, or related fields, with 3+ years of experience. Familiarity with mainstream robots (FANUC, SIASUN, UR, KUKA, ABB), SIEMENS servo and PLC/HMI systems, automation control system integration, industrial communication protocols, cybersecurity principles, and electrical design software (AutoCAD electrical, EPLAN). | — | 0 |
| Financial Intern Internship role at Caterpillar Financial focused on commercial analysis, market research, and supporting the sales team. The intern will work on projects to improve commercial strategies and processes, utilizing skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. | — | 0 |
| Shiploose Material Planner This role is a Shiploose Material Planner at Caterpillar, responsible for controlling production and inventory activities to ensure maximum customer service and efficient material flow. It involves spreadsheet analysis, reconciling shipping and receiving issues, coordinating order fulfillment, entering purchase orders, and communicating with various internal and external departments. The role requires previous warehouse and clerical experience, physical ability to lift and move materials, and proficiency with office machinery and computer systems. Top candidates will have good communication and analytical skills, and experience with RF scanners and standard work. | — | 0 |
| Inventory Analyst The Inventory Analyst role at Caterpillar supports the Product Support & Logistics (PSLD) division by managing inventory levels, improving order-to-delivery results, and developing automated processes for data cleansing and reporting. The role involves analyzing inventory performance, implementing supply chain strategies, and working with cross-functional teams to achieve corporate targets for inventory reduction and parts availability. Requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 2-3 years of experience in data analytics and visualization tools like SAS, SQL, and Power BI. | — | 0 |
| 2nd or 3rd Shift Logistics Production Manager This role is for a Logistics Production Manager at Caterpillar, focusing on improving processes, managing production lines, ensuring safety and quality, and leading teams in a manufacturing environment. It involves implementing Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles, managing outbound shipments, and driving root cause corrective actions. | — | 0 |
| Senior Software Engineer Senior Software Engineer on the Data Engineering team responsible for developing Python data pipelines that build business data objects used to support applications. The role involves interpreting design requirements, building and deploying CI/CD pipelines, implementing source to target mapping, and performing unit and integration testing. Experience with AWS components, Snowflake, and GenAI developer tools is considered. | — | 0 |
| Data Engineer Data Engineer responsible for developing Python data pipelines that build business data objects used to support applications. This role involves performing programming, project management, and development assignments without close supervision, working on complex application/technical problem identification and resolution, interpreting design requirements, building and deploying CICD pipelines, implementing source to target mapping as pipeline code, and performing unit and integration testing. The candidate should have experience with software development, the SDLC, software product design/architecture, technical knowledge of software products, and testing. Experience with Python, Git, CI/CD tools, AWS components, Snowflake, and GenAI developer tools is preferred. | — | 0 |
| Digital Product Owner Product Owner for Cat Digital, focusing on the Cat Foresight application domains. Responsible for backlog execution, delivery alignment, and cross-team coordination to deliver features for asset monitoring, predictive maintenance, and customer outcomes. Operates at a technical product ownership level, managing multiple agile teams. | — | 0 |
| Marine Field Follow / Validation Engineer Marine Systems Test & Validation Engineer responsible for on-vessel technical support for Cat Marine hybrid applications and high-performance pleasure craft and sport fish applications. This role leads the field validation of next-generation power systems and drivetrains, ensuring integrated controls, software, and advanced power components deliver peak performance. Responsibilities include commissioning, sea trials, validation test execution, hands-on diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repairs in laboratory and marine engine-room environments. | — | 0 |
| Design Engineer – Mechanical / Electrical Design Engineer responsible for the mechanical integration of electrical systems within heavy machinery, focusing on packaging, routing, protection, and overall integration from concept to production. Requires a background in mechanical or electrical engineering with experience in vehicle systems and cross-functional collaboration. | — | 0 |
| Fleet Manager (Gas Turbines) This role is for a Fleet Manager in the industrial sector, specifically focusing on gas turbines. The primary responsibilities include providing remote fleet support, technical solutions, and lifecycle management for contracted units. Key tasks involve remote diagnostics, troubleshooting, data analysis to monitor equipment condition and asset health, and recommending improvements for operational objectives and reliable equipment operation. The role requires strong interpersonal skills, industry experience in Oil & Gas and Power Generation, and technical knowledge of Solar Turbines products. Travel is expected. | — | 0 |
| Team Leader Quality Customer Liaison This role is a Team Leader Quality Customer Liaison at Caterpillar, focusing on managing customer quality concerns, coordinating investigations, and acting as a liaison between the site and customers. It involves leading a small team and working with technical experts to ensure customer satisfaction and drive issue resolution. The role is within the Quality Pillar of the Industrial Power Systems Division. | — | 0 |
| Control Systems Engineering Specialist This role focuses on the design, development, and enhancement of electro-mechanical and mechatronic systems for industrial applications, specifically in electrification, charging, and battery systems. The specialist will provide technical leadership in designing control systems and integrating electronic systems, as well as identifying and addressing product weaknesses. | — | 0 |
| Senior Platform Engineer Senior Platform Engineer role at Caterpillar, focusing on NPI/NSI technical support, product maintenance, and leading improvement projects within the engine platform. Responsibilities include acting as a compliance representative and leading troubleshooting for production issues. Requires extensive experience in technical excellence, project management, and troubleshooting, with a Master's degree preferred or 10+ years of experience. | — | 0 |
| Manager Manufacturing Engineer Manager Manufacturing Engineer role focused on optimizing manufacturing operations, tooling, tool design, and equipment utilization to ensure efficient, economical, and high-quality production of parts and products. Responsibilities include leading engineering teams, managing process improvements, overseeing new machinery installations, coordinating capital projects, and applying lean manufacturing principles. | — | 0 |
| Senior Production Manager – Mining Drills This role is for a Senior Production Manager in the manufacturing of mining drills. It focuses on leading end-to-end production performance, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets are met. The role involves managing other managers and indirectly leading hourly teams, driving continuous improvement, and partnering cross-functionally. | — | 0 |
| Iron Technician I The Iron Technician I provides assembly and testing of various mechanical components. This role involves assisting with disassembly, cleaning, stripping, inspecting, preparing, and assembling flow control components. It also includes training in Nondestructive Testing (NDT) and manifold tear-down/rebuild, along with using the SPM AMP System for computer skills and maintaining shop tools and equipment. | — | 0 |
| Social Responsibility Initiatives Rep This role focuses on designing, implementing, and managing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, aligning them with organizational values and business strategy. It involves program management, stakeholder engagement, compliance, reporting, budget management, communication, and impact assessment of social programs. | — | 0 |
| Quality Specialist 2 This role is not AI-related as AI/ML is not the core craft. The role is in the industrial domain and appears to be at a foundational stage. | — | 0 |
| India Production Apprentice-1 Production Apprentice role at Caterpillar, focused on industrial manufacturing. | — | 0 |
| India Production Apprentice-2 This role involves assembling and testing machine parts, operating machinery, and supporting painting and finishing activities in a shop-floor environment. It requires standing for extended periods and occasional lifting of materials. | — | 0 |
| India Production Apprentice-3 This role involves assembling and testing machine parts, components, and systems under basic supervision, operating shop floor machinery, and supporting painting and finishing activities within a manufacturing environment. It requires standing for extended periods and occasional lifting of materials. | — | 0 |
| India Production Apprentice-4 This role involves assembling and testing machine parts, operating machinery, and supporting finishing activities in a shop-floor environment at Caterpillar. It requires adherence to safety and quality standards and involves physical tasks like standing for extended periods and lifting materials. | — | 0 |
| India Production Apprentice-5 This is an apprentice role at Caterpillar focused on production, not directly related to AI/ML development. | — | 0 |
| Trainee-1 This is a trainee position at Caterpillar in the Operations career area. The job description focuses on Caterpillar's mission and values, emphasizing building a better world and sustainability. It does not contain specific details about the role's responsibilities or required skills, beyond it being a trainee role in operations. | — | 0 |
| Services Development Lead Lead the testing and execution of new service models for electrification in the industrial sector, managing projects from idea to pilot, demonstrating customer value, and influencing stakeholders. This role involves building capabilities for deploying services, using data to drive decisions, and ensuring project delivery. | — | 0 |
| Operations Associate (Storeman) - 12 Months Fixed Term Contract Operations Associate (Storeman) role at Caterpillar focused on managing the flow of parts within a warehouse, including receiving, inspecting, packaging, storing, and shipping parts, as well as handling inventory discrepancies and maintaining warehouse standards. This is a fixed-term contract position. | — | 0 |
| Junior Data Analyst Junior Data Analyst role focused on gathering requirements, supporting product development, collecting client feedback, and recommending improvements within the One Funnel initiative. Responsibilities include assisting in service/product development, contributing to analytics teams, locating and obtaining data, iterating on ideas, debugging, and leveraging data analytics for decision-making. Supports senior analysts with data requests, report preparation, and technical assistance. | — | 0 |