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 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.
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).
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| Industrial Maintenance Technician III - 2nd Shift This role is for an Industrial Maintenance Technician III responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting industrial machinery, including presses, molding machines, and CNC equipment. Key responsibilities include preventive maintenance, oil analysis, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic system troubleshooting, and PLC control diagnostics. The role requires knowledge of electrical principles, blueprints, schematics, and ladder diagrams. | — | 0 |
| Ingeniero de Manufactura Seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to improve and optimize processes in areas such as Welding, CNC, and Automation, ensuring productivity, quality, and cost results. Responsibilities include analyzing manufacturing processes, implementing improvements, monitoring equipment performance, problem-solving using root cause analysis, collaborating on automation initiatives (Cobots and RPA), and documenting processes. | — | 0 |
| Data Engineer Data Engineer role focused on designing, building, and maintaining scalable data pipelines, microservices, and cloud-based data systems using Python and AWS services. The role supports the development of AI models and autonomous systems within the industrial domain. |
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| Production Operator - Night Shift - Full Benefits Day-One Production Operator responsible for machine operation in a manufacturing shop to achieve safety, quality, and production goals. Involves interfacing with computers for data logging, cross-training in various shop areas, and performing maintenance tasks. Requires basic computer skills and potentially previous manufacturing or hose fabrication experience. | — | 0 |
| 2nd shift Production Manager (Large Engine & Engines, Cranks, Blocks Disassembly) Production Manager for Caterpillar's Remanufacturing Division, overseeing 2nd shift operations for large engines. Responsibilities include coordinating production lines, preparing schedules, resolving issues, ensuring safety and quality, creating reports, supervising workers, and training new hires. Requires knowledge of quality management, analytical thinking, planning and organizing, process improvement, and talent management. | — | 0 |
| Senior Machine & Vehicle Controls Engineer Senior Machine & Vehicle Controls Engineer at Caterpillar, focusing on the end-to-end development of machine controls for Rigid Frame Trucks. Responsibilities include defining control strategies, driving simulations, influencing architecture, ensuring safety and quality, and leading validation efforts using various methodologies. Requires strong system engineering knowledge and experience in machine/vehicle control systems. | — | 0 |
| 2nd or 3rd Shift Paint Production Manager Production Manager for Caterpillar's paint department, overseeing daily operations, scheduling, safety, and quality standards. Responsibilities include supervising workers, training, cross-functional collaboration, process improvement, and disciplinary actions. Requires strong analytical thinking, performance management, problem-solving, and planning skills. Top candidates have experience with powder coat and liquid paint systems, and Six Sigma/Lean Manufacturing. | — | 0 |
| Lean Six Sigma Black Belt This role focuses on process improvement using Lean Six Sigma and project management methodologies within an industrial manufacturing context. The individual will lead projects, manage teams, deliver training, and utilize data analytics to drive improvements. It is not directly involved in AI/ML model development or deployment. | — | 0 |
| Quality Engineer Quality Engineer role focused on performing advanced inspection and audits to track, analyze, and report on materials, processes, and products to ensure conformance to company's quality standards within a manufacturing environment. Collaborates with manufacturing and engineering partners to prevent defects, reduce variation and waste, and strengthen quality system execution. | — | 0 |
| Procurement Quality Engineer This role supports the resolution of quality issues and processes for the supply function in a manufacturing facility. Responsibilities include providing conclusions and recommendations for quality improvement projects, working with suppliers to enhance quality levels, ensuring supplier reliability through process controls and audits, and identifying quality problems to determine action plans. | — | 0 |
| Aftertreatment Performance Project Leader The Aftertreatment Performance Project Leader role at Caterpillar focuses on leading and contributing expertise to the development and optimization of aftertreatment systems for diesel and gas engines. This involves system architecture, component evaluation, design improvements to reduce emissions, and strategic planning for future technologies, all within a regulated industrial environment. | — | 0 |
| 3rd Shift Fabrications Manufacturing Engineer This role is for a Manufacturing Engineer focused on improving fabrication processes in a 3rd shift role at Caterpillar. Responsibilities include technical analysis, tooling design, troubleshooting, quality checks, and implementing corrective actions. The role requires knowledge of manufacturing processes, decision-making, and lean manufacturing principles. Experience with AutoCAD, CREO, ERP systems, time studies, and industrial robotics is preferred. | — | 0 |
| Lean 6 Sigma Black Belt This role is for a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt focused on process improvement within Caterpillar's Drivetrain division. The individual will manage multiple projects, lead cross-functional teams, identify root causes, and implement solutions to improve manufacturing processes and customer experience. The role requires strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills, with a focus on continuous improvement. | — | 0 |
| Manufacturing Engineering Manager Manufacturing Engineering Manager role at Caterpillar, focusing on leading a team to support manufacturing operations, tool design, and equipment for producing parts. Requires experience in capital projects, equipment installation, and continuous improvement of operational methods. The role emphasizes Lean Manufacturing, problem-solving, and decision-making within an industrial manufacturing context. | — | 0 |
| Lead Devops Engineer Lead DevOps Engineer responsible for designing, implementing, and improving enterprise DevOps capabilities on cloud platforms, with expertise in AWS, Kubernetes, Artifactory, Cloud Operations, and Security. The role involves leading DevOps strategy, mentoring engineers, and influencing technical direction. | — | 0 |
| Tooling Design and Support Technician This role supports the design of locomotives, focusing on creating and modifying 3D models and engineering drawings using Creo software for manufacturing. The technician will assist engineers in troubleshooting designs and maintaining documentation, interfacing with customers and suppliers. | — | 0 |
| Materialdisponent (m/w/d) The role is for a Material Planner (Materialdisponent) in the Supply Chain and Logistics department at Caterpillar Energy Solutions GmbH in Mannheim. The responsibilities include supporting the team lead, ensuring material availability, coordinating material requests, monitoring delivery performance, supporting the introduction of new tools and structures for material data and processes, implementing measures to improve delivery times, implementing forecasts with suppliers for capacity planning, creating and analyzing KPIs/Power BI dashboards for material planning processes, coordinating projects to improve material flow, implementing and monitoring production and process control through process controls, and supporting the setup and coordination of SOX controls for inventory and parts availability. | — | 0 |
| Mining Application Specialist - MineStar The MineStar Application Specialist role at Caterpillar focuses on supporting customers in the mining industry by providing expertise on MineStar technology, particularly for autonomous haul trucks. This role involves ensuring systems run smoothly, troubleshooting, optimizing autonomous systems, and collaborating with engineering teams for product improvements. The specialist will also consult on operational processes, build dashboards using tools like Power BI, and mentor junior team members. | — | 0 |
| Senior Digital Product Owner Senior Digital Product Owner at Caterpillar responsible for providing day-to-day support to customers and field service staff regarding product implementation, customization, questions, and problems. This role involves coordinating with product development engineers, identifying and reporting issues, and addressing customer concerns to ensure product usage and integration. | — | 0 |
| Senior Engineer-Design Senior Engineer-Design at Caterpillar focusing on structural components and lifting systems for heavy-duty engines. Responsibilities include leading global design teams, technical evaluation, applying NPI processes, and collaborating with various departments. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, experience with specific lifting eye standards, and regulatory document publication related to lifting systems. | — | 0 |
| Logistics Manager Logistics Manager role at Caterpillar, focusing on strategic leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and innovation in supply chain and logistics. Responsibilities include developing and executing logistics strategies, designing material handling systems, optimizing material flow, and managing logistics staff and projects. Requires strong skills in Logistics Management, Supply Chain Management, and Logistics Automation. | — | 0 |
| Data Engineer Data Engineer responsible for developing Python data pipelines that build business data objects used to support applications. This role involves programming, project management, and development assignments, working on complex application/technical problem identification and resolution, interpreting design requirements for engineering implementation, building and deploying CICD pipelines, implementing source to target mapping as pipeline code, and responsible for Unit and Integration testing. | — | 0 |
| Manufacturing Technician This role focuses on developing and maintaining sales model product compatibility within an ERP system for Caterpillar's machine sales. It involves interacting with engineering and pricing personnel, participating in New Product Introduction (NPI) groups, and ensuring accurate feature/part number compatibility. The position requires a strong understanding of company products, product applications, and ERP systems, with a background in mechanical, production, or manufacturing streams. | — | 0 |
| Production Operator - 2nd & 3rd Shift Production Operator role at Caterpillar responsible for setting up and operating machinery to produce plastic and/or rubber parts, monitoring equipment, cleaning and inspecting parts, and maintaining production. Requires basic computer experience and the ability to work in a team environment, with top candidates having experience in rubber injection molding, manufacturing, or fork truck operation. | — | 0 |
| Senior Production Supervisor (Machining) Lead and optimize welding processes in a manufacturing plant to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production. This role is accountable for PQVC performance, process stability, throughput, defect reduction, and continuous improvement in welding operations. | — | 0 |
| Project Engineer (Automation) Project Engineer (Automation) at Caterpillar, focusing on the design, integration, testing, and optimization of automated systems and robotic cells within the metal-mechanical industry. Requires a degree in engineering and problem-solving skills. | — | 0 |
| Information Systems Specialist (Data Management & DataOps) Seeking an Information Systems Specialist with 12+ years of experience in data engineering/architecture/platform roles to lead enterprise data management, DataOps practices, Snowflake environment, and Data pipeline ecosystem. Responsibilities include defining data architecture strategy, designing Snowflake solutions, establishing data modeling standards, driving performance optimization, implementing DataOps framework, and providing technical leadership to data engineering teams. | — | 0 |
| Manager Software Engineering (Quality Engineering ) Manager Software Engineering (Quality Engineering) for digital platforms at Caterpillar, focusing on end-to-end quality strategy, governance, and execution. The role involves leading distributed QE teams, defining QE strategy, overseeing the QE lifecycle, scaling automation frameworks, establishing quality metrics and reporting, and collaborating with Product, Engineering, and SRE teams. Requires 12+ years in QE, 7+ years leading teams, and at least 1 year of experience working with AI applications. | — | 0 |
| Engineering Compliance Specialist This role supports product regulatory compliance programs by managing certifications, evaluating components, handling engineering changes, and developing design guides and standard programs within Caterpillar's Electric Power Division. It requires understanding and staying current on product regulatory requirements and collaborating with various teams to ensure compliance and identify continuous improvement opportunities. | — | 0 |
| Digital Engagement Consultant This role focuses on driving the adoption and engagement of Caterpillar's digital products through strategic engagement and marketing initiatives. The consultant will develop and execute engagement plans, lead marketing and communication projects, coordinate with product teams, and ensure consistency in processes and communication. The role requires knowledge of product training, relationship management, and effectiveness measurement, with a focus on customer experience and business outcomes. | — | 0 |
| Training Consultant Develop and deliver technical training solutions for Caterpillar's electric power products, systems, and components. This role involves utilizing and maintaining training aids and lab equipment, collaborating with project teams on course development, and managing personal development processes. Requires a minimum of 10 years of experience in technical training, strong knowledge of power and energy products, and excellent communication and collaboration skills. Fluency in English is required, with French and Arabic as advantages. | — | 0 |
| Transportation Analyst This role analyzes and develops transportation plans to optimize the movement of commodities within a manufacturing or distribution network, aiming for operational efficiency and cost reduction. Responsibilities include implementing monitoring systems for shipment status, generating reports on costs and carrier performance, and developing process flows to reduce lead times. | — | 0 |
| Manager, Distribution (3rd Shift) Manager for a 3rd shift distribution center, responsible for leading hourly personnel, driving operational excellence, ensuring safety and compliance, overseeing inventory and equipment, and managing administrative tasks. Requires strong decision-making, communication, performance management, and problem-solving skills. Preferred qualifications include distribution center management experience and EWM knowledge. | — | 0 |
| System Integration Lead Lead electrification system integration, on-machine validation, and solution iteration for Electrification and Energy Solutions (E+ES) and SEM programs within Caterpillar China. This role involves converting system requirements into practical engineering solutions through hands-on integration, testing, and issue resolution, collaborating with various teams to accelerate product readiness. | — | 0 |
| Cab Ergonomics Engineer (UX) This role focuses on applying human factors, ergonomics, and engineering design to improve cab layouts and physical human-machine interaction for construction machinery. The engineer will analyze operator behavior and working conditions to translate insights into practical engineering solutions, optimizing comfort, safety, and efficiency through systematic analysis, design validation, and cross-functional collaboration. | — | 0 |
| Manager Engineering Caterpillar is seeking an experienced engineering manager to lead the Command for Hauling product team. This role involves building and managing high-performing teams, setting clear expectations, providing feedback, and managing performance and career growth. The manager will be responsible for team outcomes, hiring, onboarding, and succession planning, while embodying core behaviors like customer-back mindset, urgency, innovative thinking, open communication, and early wins. | — | 0 |
| Automation Engineer - C++ Caterpillar is seeking an Automation Engineer with C++ experience for embedded development on Linux to design and develop software for Autonomous Drills System (ADS). The role involves collaborating with senior engineers, understanding embedded systems, concurrency, and performance, and working with sensors and positioning technologies. Experience with machine control, robotics, or guidance systems is preferred. | — | 0 |
| Autonomy Engineer - UI Development Develops UI software for Autonomous Drills System (ADS) and Machine Autonomy Applications, collaborating with senior engineers and translating UI/UX designs into front-end code. Requires proficiency in JavaScript frameworks (Angular 2+), design patterns, web components, HTML5, CSS3, and state management libraries. | — | 0 |
| Maintenance Associate (2nd Shift) This role is for a Maintenance Associate on the 2nd shift at Caterpillar's Product Support and Logistics Division in Champaign, IL. Responsibilities include performing preventative maintenance, repairing various warehouse machinery, electrical fixtures, and facility equipment, as well as building crates and painting. Requires experience with vehicle maintenance, carpentry, plumbing, and minor electrical repair, and the ability to read blueprints. | — | 0 |
| Stores Controller Floater-3rd Shift This role is responsible for ensuring material availability for assembly operations by ordering parts, moving materials to the assembly line, maintaining inventory accuracy, and communicating potential shortages. It requires stand-up fork truck experience and basic computer skills. | — | 0 |
| Stores Controller-3rd Shift This role is responsible for material availability for assembly consumption, including ordering parts, moving material, maintaining inventory accuracy, and inputting data into computer systems. It requires experience with stand-up fork trucks and basic computer skills. | — | 0 |
| Técnico o Técnica de Manufactura Manufacturing Technician role focused on technical analysis of manufacturing processes, including production, costs, quality, safety, and environmental compliance. The role involves identifying and implementing improvements, monitoring equipment reliability, and providing engineering support for equipment, processes, and facilities. Key responsibilities include analyzing blueprints, supporting continuous improvement, ensuring correct material usage, evaluating risks, developing new manufacturing technologies, documenting production processes, inspecting for safety, and collecting data for root cause analysis. | — | 0 |
| Mechanical Technician I (1st Shift) Mechanical Technician I role at Caterpillar focused on assembling heavy paving equipment. Responsibilities include safely assembling products according to instructions, using mechanical tools, and documenting/communicating improvement opportunities. Requires 2 years of experience in a mechanic or assembly field, with a focus on mechanical or manufacturing. | — | 0 |
| Senior Autonomy Engineer - C++ Senior Autonomy Engineer role focused on the architectural design of features for Autonomous Drills System (ADS) using C++ on embedded Linux. Responsibilities include technical leadership, design, development, debugging, and mentoring engineers, with a focus on embedded systems, concurrency, and performance. | — | 0 |
| Product Owner Product Owner for Caterpillar's Autonomous Drills System (ADS), responsible for bridging stakeholders and development teams, managing the product backlog, defining user stories, and ensuring product alignment with business objectives within an Agile/Scrum framework. Requires strong understanding of Autonomy Application & Embedded Software Development. | — | 0 |
| Automation Engineer - QA - Python Automation Automation Engineer focused on QA and Python scripting for software solutions, specifically supporting the Autonomous Drills System (ADS). Responsibilities include developing test scripts, executing tests, identifying defects, and collaborating with developers to improve software quality and streamline test processes within an Agile/Scrum framework. | — | 0 |
| Product Support Operations Representative Product Support Operations Representative role at Caterpillar, focusing on improving dealer capabilities, capacity, and profitability through business planning, process improvement, and support for new products and services. Requires strong analytical, problem-solving, and relationship management skills, with up to 30% travel. | — | 0 |
| Automation Engineer Seeking a Java Engineer to design, build, and enhance modern applications that support AI-driven and intelligent digital capabilities as part of a broader modernization program. This role focuses on transforming existing systems into scalable, reliable, and production-ready solutions aligned with modern architecture and engineering practices. | — | 0 |
| Category Buyer This role is for a Category Buyer in the Fuel Systems component business within Caterpillar's Power & Energy Procurement organization. The buyer will be responsible for supply network solutions, leading commercial discussions, supplier negotiations, and developing global sourcing and category strategies. The role requires expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, purchasing, contracts management, negotiation, and data analytics. | — | 0 |
| Supplier Quality Technician – 3rd Shift Supplier Quality Technician responsible for inspecting engine components, documenting non-conformances, and ensuring quality standards are met in a manufacturing environment. | — | 0 |