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.
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).
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| 3rd Shift Fabrication Production Manager This role is for a Fabrication Production Manager at Caterpillar, overseeing a production line, managing schedules, ensuring safety and quality, and implementing Lean Manufacturing and 6 Sigma principles. It involves managing a business unit for People, Quality, Velocity, and Cost, and driving continuous improvement. | — | 0 |
| Boiler Operator III This role is for a Boiler Operator III at Caterpillar, responsible for the daily operation, monitoring, and basic maintenance of boiler equipment to ensure safe, stable, and efficient running. Key duties include regular inspections, handling abnormal situations, performing basic troubleshooting, adhering to safety regulations, managing water quality, and documenting operational records. The role requires a vocational or higher education, familiarity with boiler principles and safety procedures, and basic computer skills. | — | 0 |
| Quality Supervisor Oversees the administration and continual improvement of quality management systems, implementing quality assurance strategies, processes, guidelines and control plans to assure quality and reliability of manufactured products. Leads the development and implementation of corrective action and preventive measures, addresses trends with internal and external non-conformance, manages multiple teams, and reviews reports to solve quality issues. |
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| Manufacturing Process Technician This role supports engineers in maintaining welding fixtures and tooling, ensuring high-quality welded products. Responsibilities include safety assessment, learning mechanical and welding equipment knowledge, managing tooling, analyzing CMM data, assisting with problem-solving and process improvements, and tracking new product introduction phases. Requires a technical degree, knowledge of mechanical components and welding, SAP ME module experience, and understanding of mechanical drawings. | — | 0 |
| Lean 6 Sigma Black Belt This role is for a Lean 6 Sigma Black Belt at Caterpillar, focused on process and product improvements using Lean, Six Sigma, and project management methodologies. The position is on-site in Morton, IL, and involves leading Six Sigma project portfolios, providing training, and facilitating improvement workshops. | — | 0 |
| Test & Validation Senior Associate Engineer This role focuses on implementing and improving testing, development, and validation techniques, processes, tooling, and machinery to maximize product quality within Caterpillar's industrial engineering context. It involves resolving design/manufacturing issues, adopting new technologies like automation and robotics, planning test procedures, and monitoring performance. | — | 0 |
| Autonomy Engineer - Java Seeking a Senior Java Engineer to lead the design, development, and modernization of enterprise applications supporting AI-driven and intelligent digital capabilities. This role involves transforming legacy systems into scalable, resilient solutions, with a focus on modern architecture and best practices. The engineer will write high-quality code, lead code reviews, collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior developers, and optimize application performance. | — | 0 |
| Manufacturing Process Technician V This role supports new product introduction, line transfers, and process modification activities in a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include monitoring equipment installation, debugging, assisting with process and equipment-related issues, setting up and maintaining manufacturing processes, diagnosing and resolving basic issues, identifying process improvement opportunities, supporting error-proofing, and completing process documentation. The role also involves providing basic training to operators and technicians. | — | 0 |
| Manager Material Requirements Planning Manager for Material Requirements Planning at Caterpillar, focusing on managing a team, optimizing production requirements, inventory levels, and coordinating with manufacturing and procurement. The role involves process improvements and ensuring compliance within the supply chain and logistics domain. | — | 0 |
| Senior Mechanical Engineer Senior Mechanical Engineer role focused on the design, optimization, and strategic development of test facilities and mechanical systems for power systems and drivetrain testing, including ICE, hybrid, and EV technologies. Responsibilities include technical leadership, project delivery, fault finding, process improvement, and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards. | — | 0 |
| Manager Production (Maintenance) This role oversees and coordinates production line activities, focusing on scheduling, issue resolution, and adherence to safety and quality standards within a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include creating production reports, maintaining documentation, supervising workers, and training new hires. | — | 0 |
| ALTERNANCE (BUT) Assistant Achats Indirects et Projets E-Invoicing F/H (Réf 30-2026) This is an apprenticeship role focused on indirect procurement and e-invoicing compliance at Caterpillar. The responsibilities include managing and validating supplier data, assisting with the transition to electronic invoicing in France, and providing administrative support. The role also involves learning basic purchasing processes like requesting quotes and analyzing offers. It requires a student pursuing a BUT GEA or equivalent degree, with good IT skills (Excel, Outlook) and intermediate professional English. | — | 0 |
| Senior Manager Training This role is for a Senior Manager of Training at Caterpillar, focusing on developing and delivering service training programs for the Power & Energy industry segments. The responsibilities include managing daily operations of the training center, overseeing training deliverables, developing long-term strategies, leading the delivery team, and monitoring training trends. The role requires strong knowledge in customer focus, service excellence, consulting, decision making, communication, problem solving, relationship management, and training operations. While the company mentions digital capabilities and technology, the core of this role is traditional training management and development, not AI/ML model building. | — | 0 |
| Senior Mechanical Tech II This role involves performing mechanical assembly, equipment support, failure analysis, and technical support for large mining trucks. It requires applying deep mechanical expertise and supporting electronic instrumentation to evaluate machine systems, support testing, and ensure product reliability in shop and field environments. | — | 0 |
| Team Lead POU Team Lead role in Caterpillar's Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) focused on overseeing daily warehouse operations, coordinating workflow, leading team members, and performing material handling functions. The role involves managing inventory, customer interactions related to logistics, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. It requires operating heavy equipment and ensuring safety and quality metrics are met. | — | 0 |
| Controls Engineering Specialist – EH Brake‑by‑Wire Systems Controls Engineering Specialist for Electrohydraulic (EH) Brake by Wire systems, focusing on design, development, and integration. The role involves leading controls and software development using Model-Based Development and AUTOSAR, defining system architecture, developing embedded control algorithms, and supporting functional safety activities. It also requires collaboration with cross-functional teams and engagement with autonomy and advanced feature teams. | — | 0 |
| Field Service Engineer (Marine) Field Service Engineer for Caterpillar's Medium Speed Engines (MSE) in Miramar, Florida. Responsibilities include providing technical support, commissioning, troubleshooting, and repair of engines, collaborating with dealers and customers. Requires a background in industrial mechanics and a willingness to travel up to 80%. | — | 0 |
| Lean Manager Caterpillar is seeking a Lean Manager to join their team in Batam, Kepulauan Riau. The role involves supporting, teaching, and leading improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, and project management methodologies to drive business outcomes. Responsibilities include analyzing processes, identifying opportunities, implementing solutions, and contributing to Lean strategies and tools. The position requires knowledge of Six Sigma DMAIC methodology, project administration, problem-solving, and influencing skills, with a preference for an Engineering background and 5-7 years of experience in lean manufacturing or project management. | — | 0 |
| Cafeteria & Transportation Specialist This role is for a Cafeteria & Transportation Specialist at Caterpillar, focusing on campus administration and managing on-site service suppliers for catering, transportation, and cleaning services. It requires collaboration, communication, adaptability, and problem-solving skills, with a preference for Microsoft Office proficiency and some work experience. | — | 0 |
| Corinth Reman Engines, Cranks & Blocks Assembly III (3rd shift) Assembly III position at Caterpillar Remanufacturing facility in Corinth, MS, involving engine/component assembly operations with moderate complexity. Responsibilities include performing assembly processes in a fast-paced, safety and quality-focused environment, adhering to contamination control guidelines, reading prints, performing quality checks, using various tools, following production schedules, utilizing computer systems for work instructions and data entry, and potentially operating overhead cranes/hoists. Requires basic computer experience, ability to read/write/interpret documents, experience with basic tooling, and 2 years of manufacturing or assembly experience. Top candidates will have experience as an engine mechanic or in engine/component assembly. | — | 0 |
| Maintenance Mechanic- 2nd and 3rd Shift Maintenance Mechanic role at Caterpillar's Morton Distribution Center, responsible for performing a variety of maintenance and repair tasks on plant facilities and equipment. Key responsibilities include adjusting, installing, fabricating, repairing, and maintaining equipment like piping systems, machine drives, power conveyors, motors, and cranes, as well as performing on-site repairs of hydraulic systems, jigs, fixtures, and tooling. The role also involves utilizing machine tools, welding, cutting, soldering, and other technical skills, diagnosing mechanical malfunctions, using precision checking tools for alignments, and working from sketches and blueprints to fabricate parts. Requires 3-5 years of maintenance experience, proficiency in welding, cutting, soldering, and brazing, and the ability to read technical documents. | — | 0 |
| Manufacturing Engineer Manufacturing Engineer role focused on technical analysis of assembly processes, production, costs, quality, safety, and environmental requirements. Responsibilities include implementing process enhancements, monitoring equipment reliability, providing engineering support, and developing new manufacturing technologies. Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering and knowledge of lean manufacturing and data analysis. | — | 0 |
| Material Specialist - 1st Shift - East Peoria Bldg KK - Supplemental This role is for a Material Specialist in the Large Power Systems Division at Caterpillar. Responsibilities include checking, receiving, and verifying accuracy of prime products, handling materials, warehousing functions, and performing related clerical duties. The role requires a High School Diploma, a valid Driver's License, and forklift certification, with the ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting and working at heights. Experience in warehouse operations and order filling is preferred. | — | 0 |
| Welder - 2nd and 3rd Shifts Operates and tends welding machines to join and bond components for fabricating products and assemblies, following specifications and blueprints, using stainless steel and other alloys. Requires one year of welding experience in a production environment and the ability to pass welder qualification tests. | — | 0 |
| Field Frac Supervisor (Wellhead) This role supervises technical field service programs for fracking equipment, including installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair. It involves directing and developing a team, managing work plans, and ensuring high standards of technical work in a field-based environment. | — | 0 |
| Logistics Product Auditor - 2nd Shift This role performs reconciliation functions for inventory control, receipt accuracy, supplier discrepancies, and shipment errors in a warehouse and office setting. Responsibilities include coordinating receiving, expediting, and shipment of customer orders, entering purchase orders, receiving material into the system, and reconciling shipping and receiving issues. The role requires experience in a warehouse environment, proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word, and involves physical requirements like lifting up to 35 pounds. | — | 0 |
| Reliability Engineer Reliability Engineer role focused on developing and executing a proactive maintenance strategy for critical assets in a manufacturing environment. The role involves analyzing downtime data, identifying reliability gaps, initiating root cause failure analysis, and proposing data-driven improvements to preventative maintenance plans. The goal is to increase machine uptime and MTBF. | — | 0 |
| Manufacturing Engineer – Assembly Manufacturing Engineer – Assembly role at Caterpillar, focused on supporting production operations by implementing and optimizing equipment, processes, and production systems. Responsibilities include leading continuous improvement initiatives, executing engineering change notices, applying problem-solving methodologies, and providing technical guidance to meet business unit goals. | — | 0 |
| Field Frac Supervisor (Wellhead) Field Frac Supervisor (Wellhead) at Caterpillar's SPM Oil & Gas division in Midland, Texas. This role involves directing technical field service programs for fracking equipment, including installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair. Responsibilities include managing field service infrastructure, training readiness, team direction, and developing work plans. Requires experience in hydraulic fracking operations, team management, and knowledge of EHS and DOT regulations. The role involves a 21 days on/7 days off rotation and on-call periods. | — | 0 |
| Machine Operator - All Shifts Operates machining equipment to produce engine blocks and cylinder heads for Caterpillar Diesel Engines, maintaining records, workstation, and meeting production standards. Requires 2 months of machining/manufacturing experience. | — | 0 |
| Engineering Specialist – Design Engineering Specialist focused on design, performance, simulation, and advanced controls for Caterpillar's Load & Haul products. The role involves leading simulation-driven product development, defining performance requirements, and delivering advanced controls solutions to enhance machine productivity, fuel efficiency, and operator experience. | — | 0 |
| Industrial Electrician 2nd and 3rd Shift ] Industrial Electrician responsible for building, installing, and repairing electrical and electronic circuits on machine tools and plant equipment. This role involves testing, diagnosing malfunctions, and troubleshooting complex machinery, including relay logic and CNC/PLC controlled systems. Requires a strong electrical background, ability to interpret schematics, and hands-on experience. | — | 0 |
| Lead Backend Engineer – Enterprise Java Applications (Senior Software Engineer) Lead Backend Engineer with 8+ years of experience in Enterprise Java Applications on AWS Cloud, focusing on Microservices, Spring Boot, and CI/CD. Responsibilities include development, system design, technology evaluation, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver digital solutions. The role emphasizes strong foundational knowledge in Java, SOLID principles, and agile methodologies. | — | 0 |
| Data Analyst – Transportation & Logistics This role is for an Analytics Engineer focused on building and running analytics products end-to-end, including Power BI dashboards, data modeling, and automation using SQL and Python for Caterpillar's European ground transportation logistics. The role involves translating business problems into requirements, delivering actionable recommendations, and improving operational efficiency. | — | 0 |
| Heat Treat Engineer This role focuses on implementing and improving testing, development, and validation techniques, processes, tooling, and machinery for industrial applications, specifically in heat treatment. It involves resolving design/manufacturing issues, adopting new technologies like automation and robotics, planning and improving testing procedures, and monitoring machine/process capabilities. The ideal candidate has a background in engineering, experience with industrial machinery operations, and skills in project management, technical troubleshooting, and product testing. | — | 0 |
| Machinist机加工 Operates and maintains CNC machines for parts production, ensuring quality standards are met through proper measurement and adherence to safety protocols. Requires vocational/technical education and experience in machining or CNC operation, with the ability to read basic blueprints and adapt to a three-shift work environment. | — | 0 |
| Product Support Operations Representative This role focuses on improving parts and service operations performance for Caterpillar dealers in the Americas Distribution Services Division. The Product Support Operations Representative will identify development opportunities, assess performance, collaborate with internal teams, and build relationships with dealers to drive operational and services growth. | — | 0 |
| Fleet Manager - Fixed Contract This role acts as the primary Caterpillar customer-facing representative for assigned marine accounts in the eastern hemisphere, owning the operational relationship with key fleet customers. Responsibilities include coordinating with dealers and product groups to execute service agreements, drive maintenance planning, and resolve in-service issues. The role involves interpreting fleet health data, leading operational communications, and addressing customer complaints. | — | 0 |
| Category Buyer Category Buyer for Electrical & Electronics within Caterpillar's Industrial Power Systems Division (IPSD). Responsibilities include developing and executing category strategy, managing policies, agreements, and special procurement programs. The role focuses on delivering value through Quality, Cost, Logistics, Development, and Management (QCLDM), identifying cost decreases, inventory reductions, and quality improvements, and assessing business risks. The buyer will act as a liaison between the organization and suppliers, communicating information explicitly and managing supplier performance. | — | 0 |
| Supervisor(a) EHS Supervisor for Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) at Caterpillar, a global leader in construction and mining equipment. The role involves leading and mentoring an EHS team, identifying and controlling operational risks, conducting EHS training and audits, monitoring performance indicators, and supporting sustainability initiatives. Requires a degree in Engineering, a postgraduate degree in Occupational Safety Engineering, CREA registration, advanced English, and proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 tools (Power BI, Power Automate, Power Apps). Experience in industrial EHS, leadership, risk management, and Lean Manufacturing is preferred. The position emphasizes collaboration, critical thinking, adaptability, and problem-solving within a large industrial unit. | — | 0 |
| Engineering Project Team Leader - Product Quality Engineering Project Team Leader focused on Product Quality at Caterpillar, managing initiatives for proactive quality systems, defect prevention, and continuous improvement. The role involves analyzing quality data, driving root cause analysis, and coordinating cross-functional teams to achieve quality targets in product development, manufacturing, and supply chain. | — | 0 |
| Manager Production Manager Production role at Caterpillar, focusing on supervising and coordinating production line activities, ensuring safety and quality standards, managing personnel, and reporting on production processes and performance. Requires a university degree in Engineering and 1 year of experience in Operations or Logistics. | — | 0 |
| Manufacturing Technician Manufacturing Technician role focused on paint process specialization, supporting technical aspects of planning, driving cost-reduction, and problem-solving for efficient, reliable, and high-quality paint operations in an industrial manufacturing setting. | — | 0 |
| Logistics & Automation Engineering Specialist This role focuses on integrating automation and robotics into logistics and manufacturing processes within Caterpillar's Integrated Components Division. The specialist will lead projects, introduce new technologies, and optimize material handling systems, controls, and electrical architecture across global operations. | — | 0 |
| Senior Engineer Senior Engineer at Caterpillar responsible for directing and participating in the design and development of new product concepts and complex engineering projects for release to production. This role involves conceiving and applying complex technical principles, leading design and analysis efforts, coordinating product tests, resolving design and manufacturing problems, and staying abreast of technological advancements. Requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Materials Science with 3-5 years of experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and leadership/communication skills. | — | 0 |
| Mining Technical Support Engineer This role focuses on enabling software and system issue resolution within the mining industry. Responsibilities include conducting risk assessments, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and quality assurance. The candidate will work with engineering on corrective action approaches and communicate customer feedback to development teams. Key skills include industry and application knowledge, troubleshooting, software product testing, customer focus, communication, systems thinking, and technical troubleshooting. | — | 0 |
| Manager Production Manager Production role at Caterpillar, overseeing complex production lines, ensuring safety and quality, managing teams, and improving processes. Requires an Engineering degree and 3 years of operations/logistics experience. | — | 0 |
| Value Chain Designer This role focuses on optimizing the entire value chain for Caterpillar's mining equipment, from sourcing to delivery. It involves acting as an engineer within purchasing and supply chain, resolving material shortages, defining system constraints, and developing data-driven solutions. The role requires building and refining value-stream models to improve cost, delivery, and network performance, partnering with suppliers and internal teams. Key responsibilities include leading cross-functional teams, managing material continuity, developing global models, and applying structured problem-solving. | — | 0 |
| HEX Product Support Specialist This role focuses on product support and problem management within the industrial sector, assisting with customer complaints and providing technical guidance to dealers. It emphasizes customer loyalty and service excellence, with a significant travel component. | — | 0 |
| Hydraulic Systems - Design Engineer Design Engineer for Hydraulic Systems at Caterpillar, responsible for the design and development of hydraulic components and systems across product lines, ensuring performance, reliability, and cost targets are met through collaboration with cross-functional teams and validation activities. | — | 0 |