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 19 active AI roles, down 30% versus the prior 4 weeks. Primary focus: Agent · Engineering. Salary range $98k–$259k (avg $172k).
Caterpillar currently has 37 active AI-related roles in our index. The most common open titles are: Autonomy Development Engineer (2), Data Scientist (2), Senior Autonomy Engineer (2), ALTERNANCE (Master) Développeur Solutions Digitales et IA pour les Processus Achats F/H (Réf 06-2026), Autonomy Engineering Development Specialist. Most positions are in Engineering and Product.
Caterpillar's active AI hiring is concentrated in: agents (68%), data (19%), application (8%). 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 (26 roles), China (2 roles).
Job postings at Caterpillar most frequently mention: Software Engineering, Debugging, Robotics, Machine Learning, Process Mining.
In the past 30 days, Caterpillar has posted 87 new AI-related roles. That is a +74% change versus the prior 30 days (50 → 87).
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| Design Engineer Design Engineer for Caterpillar's Integrated Drivetrain TTT Platform team, responsible for leading drivetrain system and/or component projects. This includes new product design, analysis, validation planning, component sourcing, factory support, and cost management, as well as resolving technical issues in the field, factory, or supplier. The role involves APQP activities, PPAP reviews, managing deviation requests, and documenting functional requirements into detail design documents. | — | 0 |
| Grade Product Service Engineer The Grade Product Service Engineer at Caterpillar is responsible for the overall quality of the Grade product, contributing to its design, manufacture, distribution, service, and improvement. This role involves providing technical support to dealers, managing service information, analyzing quality reports, initiating continuous product improvements, and supporting new product introductions. The engineer will also evaluate production processes, solicit feedback for product enhancements, write technical specifications, and conduct customer/dealer site visits. A key aspect is ensuring product quality and performance through various support processes and problem resolution. |
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| Material Handler I (2nd Shift) Material Handler I position supporting Reman Drivetrain. Performs material handling and warehousing functions required in the receiving, processing, storing, moving, packing and shipping of parts, including materials, equipment and supplies. Utilizes data collection and software systems to manage inventory and production orders. Operates mobile equipment and performs basic maintenance and audits. | — | 0 |
| Associate Engineer Associate Engineer at Caterpillar focused on improving electrical, hydraulic components and assembly line operations for heavy machinery. Responsibilities include supporting assembly line operations, troubleshooting mechanical/electrical/hydraulic issues, participating in the adoption of new technologies like automation and robotics, and collaborating with functional areas to meet customer requirements. Requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field and experience in production line automation, heavy machine assembly, and troubleshooting. | — | 0 |
| Engineering Team Leader- Design Control Engineering Engineering Team Leader for Caterpillar's Large Power Systems Division Core Packaging group, leading design control engineers in solving complex technical problems for genset package mechanical systems. Responsibilities include project planning and delivery, mentoring team members, and driving product development excellence. | — | 0 |
| Manager Supply Chain Manager for Supply Chain at Caterpillar, focusing on developing, implementing, and managing supply chain streams and solutions. Responsibilities include maintaining communications across departments, creating integrated processes, managing logistics specialists, and establishing performance metrics for planning and forecasting. | — | 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 motivating a team, developing work plans, and ensuring high standards of technical work. The role requires experience in hydraulic fracking operations and team management in a field-based setting. | — | 0 |
| Product Support Field Engineer Product Support Field Engineer for Caterpillar's Electric Power Division, focusing on complex technical problem resolution for large electric power products and systems, including generators, controls, and balance of plant. The role involves on-site support, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and developing corrective actions, as well as training dealer personnel and evaluating product/processes for improvements. Requires extensive experience in electric power generation systems and specific knowledge of Cat Engines, control systems, and balance of plant components. | — | 0 |
| MineStar Onboard Specialist-1 This role provides on-site technical support and system optimization for Caterpillar's MineStar Command for hauling autonomous systems in mining environments. The specialist will work with dealer personnel, customer teams, and Caterpillar engineering to ensure hardware and systems perform optimally, troubleshoot field issues, analyze fault data, and report on system status. The role emphasizes guiding, troubleshooting, and partnering rather than direct physical maintenance. | — | 0 |
| Senior Project Team Lead (Autonomy Connectivity) Senior Project Team Lead for Site Connectivity at Caterpillar, focusing on machine and product connectivity. This role involves evaluating project scope, managing resources, reporting progress, and collaborating with various engineering and marketing teams. The lead will also coach software development engineers and ensure program schedule adherence. | — | 0 |
| Controls Engineer Controls Engineer role focused on designing, implementing, and troubleshooting control systems for manufacturing equipment, including PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and vision systems. Responsibilities include reactive support, system upgrades, network configuration, and documentation. | — | 0 |
| Associate Engineer Associate Engineer role in Caterpillar's Large Power Systems Division, focusing on developing and maintaining components for next-generation Gensets. Responsibilities include design, integration, and application of packaged generator sets, collaborating with cross-platform teams and process partners. Requires experience in component/system design, package/engine application, and system integration, with strong analytical and people skills. | — | 0 |
| Principal Digital Quality Manager, Cat Foresight This role leads the definition, governance, and continuous improvement of quality management practices for digital products and services, including those leveraging AI capabilities, within Caterpillar's Cat Foresight and Cat Inspect portfolio. The focus is on ensuring quality is built into the product development lifecycle, managing risks, and driving data-informed decision-making for high-confidence delivery. | — | 0 |
| Senior Communications Manager – Corporate Services This role is not AI-related as it is a Senior Communications Manager position, not directly involved in building or shipping AI/ML models or systems. The core responsibilities involve strategic communication, advising senior leadership, and managing a global team within a corporate services context, which includes functions like IT, Finance, HR, and Legal. While Caterpillar is an AI company, this specific role does not focus on the AI/ML craft itself. | — | 0 |
| Senior Communications Specialist This role is for a Senior Communications Specialist at Caterpillar, focusing on managing and optimizing the company's communications technology ecosystem, primarily the Cat@work (Unily CMS) platform. Responsibilities include platform administration, user support, site optimization, governance, reporting, and leading additional communication tools like Broadcast Center and Grammarly. The role also involves translating communication needs into technical solutions and driving user adoption through training and resources. While the role partners with an 'AI & Impact Lead' for deeper analytics, its core function is communications technology management, not direct AI/ML development. | — | 0 |
| Digital Program Manager, Cat Foresight This role supports the planning, coordination, and execution of digital product programs within Caterpillar's Cat® Foresight and Cat® Inspect portfolio. It involves partnering with product, engineering, and cross-functional stakeholders to manage program plans, identify and mitigate risks, and ensure timely delivery of strategic initiatives. The role requires strong IT project management skills, experience with planning techniques, and the ability to gather and report data. Familiarity with Agile environments and collaboration tools like Aha! and Azure DevOps is preferred. | — | 0 |
| Product Engineer Product Engineer at Caterpillar responsible for researching, designing, and developing new products, components, and technologies. This involves defining design parameters, guiding technical design evolution, conducting performance analysis and testing, constructing prototypes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet customer and dealer network requirements. The role also involves exploring and testing new technologies and materials for product improvement. | — | 0 |
| Senior Autonomy Systems Engineer Senior Autonomy Systems Engineer responsible for defining requirements and architecture for autonomous machine systems, focusing on system integration for the Loading, Dozing & Compaction Application Team. This role involves working with various onboard electronic systems and ensuring clear documentation and traceability with Machine System teams. | — | 0 |
| Machine Network Technology Team Leader Lead a team developing and implementing advanced communication and networking technologies for machine platforms, focusing on E/E architecture, technology strategies, and communication frameworks for deterministic, secure, and scalable machine operations. Provide technical leadership for electronic control devices. | — | 0 |
| Lafayette Engine Center Factory IT Manager This role oversees factory IT infrastructure, networks, projects, and support functions, focusing on planning and executing IT projects, managing business engagement, leading infrastructure technology components, and driving disaster recovery and security initiatives. The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of network, server, storage, cloud platforms, cybersecurity, and disaster recovery solutions. | — | 0 |
| Manager Production Manager Production role at Caterpillar, focusing on overseeing production lines, preparing schedules, resolving issues, and ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards within a manufacturing environment. The role involves creating reports, maintaining documentation, supervising skilled trades workers, and training new hires. | — | 0 |
| E+ES NPI Coordinator NPI Coordinator for ePowertrain components and systems at Caterpillar, managing cross-functional teams through new product introduction (NPI) projects from launch to production and post-launch maintenance. Responsibilities include project planning, execution, risk management, and stakeholder communication. | — | 0 |
| Manufacturing Project Engineer Manufacturing Project Engineer at Caterpillar's Mapleton Foundry, focusing on process development for continuous improvement in safety, quality, velocity, and cost. Responsibilities include providing technical expertise for foundry pattern and tooling projects, implementing NPI/CPI, communicating with stakeholders, and guiding manufacturing engineers. Requires CAD experience and knowledge of lean manufacturing and project management. | — | 0 |
| Quality Control Technician Quality Control Technician responsible for verifying product compliance with design specifications and auditing manufacturing processes to ensure adherence to planned methods. The role involves participating in continuous improvement teams, root cause analysis, and new product introduction verification. Requires knowledge of Quality Management Systems, adaptability, critical thinking, effective communication, and attention to detail. Requires 2 years of manufacturing experience and ability to work shifts. | — | 0 |
| Control Systems Senior Engineer Senior Engineer role focused on designing and implementing control systems for heavy machinery, integrating electrical and mechanical components, analyzing field data, and ensuring system performance. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and experience with embedded real-time software. | — | 0 |
| Logistics Planning Analyst This role supports supply chain management activities, focusing on high-priority parts backorders. Responsibilities include communicating with various departments, providing technical support, data input and maintenance in supply chain systems, and analyzing/reporting on supply chain operations. | — | 0 |
| Associate Procurement Professional Associate Procurement Professional role at Caterpillar focused on processing requisitions, supporting purchasing, supply chain, sourcing, cost/price analyses, and contract/purchase order generation. Responsibilities include developing improvement plans for buyers, performing analysis of assigned processes, supporting customers with pricing, and performing analytical tasks for strategic purchasing initiatives. | — | 0 |
| Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Seeking a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt to lead complex improvement projects, enhance quality, streamline operations, and drive business results through data-driven problem solving and mentoring Green Belts. | — | 0 |
| Engineering Manager, Site Connectivity Engineering Manager for Site Connectivity at Caterpillar, focusing on leading the development of a scalable site connectivity solution that connects all assets within a customer site to improve productivity, safety, and sustainability. The role involves defining strategy, overseeing the full lifecycle of solutions, enabling integration between various systems, and managing a global team in harsh environments. | — | 0 |
| Strategy Manager – Emerging Connectivity Technologies Strategy Manager role focused on identifying, evaluating, and selecting emerging connectivity technologies, network architectures, and startup ecosystems to enhance digital and site connectivity capabilities for Caterpillar. This role involves technology scouting, strategic analysis, and investment advisory to inform M&A, partnerships, and internal development, ultimately shaping the company's competitive advantage in connectivity and digital solutions. | — | 0 |
| Product Demonstrator Product Demonstrator role focused on supporting customer visits, dealer training, and product demonstrations for Caterpillar machinery, attachments, and services, with the goal of driving product sales and revenues. Responsibilities include providing product application expertise, supporting events, demonstrating technologies, and gathering feedback for product improvement. | — | 0 |
| Industrial Electrician - 2nd Shift or 3rd Shift This role is for an Industrial Electrician responsible for building, installing, and repairing electrical and electronic circuits on machine tools and plant equipment. The job involves diagnosing malfunctions, testing faulty equipment, and calibrating electronic instruments, requiring knowledge of electronics, PLC logic, and troubleshooting complex manufacturing systems. Experience with blueprints, schematics, and preventive maintenance is necessary. | — | 0 |
| Facilities Engineer Facilities Engineer role at Caterpillar supporting site operations through maintenance and continuous improvements to facilities, including building repairs, energy, security, HVAC, and data/power installations. The role also involves supporting capital projects and new product introduction programs. | — | 0 |
| Machine Repair Mechanic - 2nd or 3rd Shift This role is for a Machine Repair Mechanic at Caterpillar's Mapleton Foundry, responsible for inspecting, planning, and performing maintenance and repairs on industrial equipment. It involves using blueprints, fabricating parts, and operating various machinery and tools. The position is for 2nd or 3rd shift and requires 3-5 years of maintenance experience. | — | 0 |
| Senior Software Engineer-SRE Site Reliability Engineer responsible for ensuring the reliability, availability, and performance of mission-critical, eCommerce, and platform systems and infrastructure. Collaborates with cross-functional teams to improve system stability, automate tasks, and enhance service delivery. Involves monitoring, troubleshooting, designing automated processes, implementing monitoring tools, working with developers on performance, and ensuring compliance with security and regulatory requirements. | — | 0 |
| Material Control Technician The Material Control Technician at Caterpillar is responsible for timely requesting and delivering materials to the point of use, adhering to production plans and replenishment strategies. This role involves supporting material delivery to manufacturing lines, maintaining inventory accuracy at the point of use, and meeting performance indicators related to inventory accuracy, response time, and system maintenance (SAP, MPU). The technician will perform inventory control and reporting using manual methods and wireless devices, requiring attention to detail, analytical thinking, inventory management knowledge, and MRP understanding. | — | 0 |
| Product Assembler I Product Assembler I at Caterpillar in Clayton, North Carolina. Responsibilities include following documented procedures for assembly, leveraging lean manufacturing concepts, and using industrial power tools. Requires at least 9 months of previous work or volunteer experience. Preferred qualifications include manufacturing experience, heavy equipment machine assembly experience, and blueprint reading. | — | 0 |
| Administrative Assistant Administrative Assistant role supporting the legal department at Caterpillar. Responsibilities include diary management, coordinating communications, expense processing, travel arrangements, and preparing presentation materials. Requires strong organizational, communication, and Microsoft Office skills. | — | 0 |
| Senior Manager Production Senior Manager Production role at Caterpillar, focusing on leading end-to-end production operations for Swivel, HMS, and Idler product lines. The role emphasizes building a high-performing organization, sustainable manufacturing capability, and driving operational excellence across PQVC (People, Quality, Velocity, Cost). Key responsibilities include managing daily operations, driving NPI and ramp-up, developing workforce and talent, fostering a strong culture, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Requires a Bachelor's degree, manufacturing/operations experience, strong leadership, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making skills. | — | 0 |
| Supplier Development Engineer (m/w/d) Supplier Development Engineer responsible for ensuring the quality of purchased products and components by monitoring supplier quality, conducting audits, and driving process improvements. The role involves managing supplier performance, ensuring compliance with internal and regulatory requirements, and supporting suppliers in quality and improvement methods. | — | 0 |
| Lead Software Engineer-SRE Lead Software Engineer-SRE role at Caterpillar focusing on ensuring the reliability, availability, and performance of application and platform systems. Responsibilities include monitoring, troubleshooting, automating processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with security and regulatory requirements. Requires extensive experience in SRE/DevOps, Java, AWS, IaC, CI/CD, and programming languages like Python. | — | 0 |
| Category Buyer This role is for a Category Buyer at Caterpillar, responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships and performance, negotiating contracts, and driving cost reduction programs for generator and attachment components. The role requires expertise in strategic sourcing, manufacturing processes, negotiation, and supply chain management, with a focus on ensuring a competitive and resilient supply base. | — | 0 |
| Lead Digital Architect Lead Data Architect role focused on building a next-gen data platform with AI and advanced analytics capabilities. Responsibilities include architecting enterprise integrations, real-time data movement, data governance, and defining data architecture strategy. Requires extensive experience in Big Data, Data Warehousing, data modeling, and cloud platforms. Familiarity with AI concepts is a plus. | — | 0 |
| Product Support Manager - Cloud Services and Tool Development Product Support Manager for Cloud Services and Tool Development at Caterpillar, focusing on MineStar Cloud applications. The role involves leading product support operations, managing a cross-functional team, overseeing incident management, and partnering with vendors for application enhancements. It requires strong collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to ensure application performance, uptime, and customer satisfaction. | — | 0 |
| Parts Information Specialist This role focuses on creating and maintaining technical parts information for Caterpillar products, ensuring accuracy and participating in process improvements. It requires strong customer focus, data gathering and analysis skills, service excellence, effective communication, relationship management, and technical excellence. | — | 0 |
| Supply Chain Administrator Supply Chain Administrator role at Caterpillar in Batam, Indonesia, responsible for material control, inventory accuracy, and record-keeping within the supply chain planning team. Requires a diploma, good English communication, and Microsoft Office proficiency, with SAP experience being a plus. The role involves administrative tasks, data analysis, and potentially physical activity in a factory environment. | — | 0 |
| Power BI Front-End Developer Develops and maintains scalable backend data queries and front-end Power BI dashboards to monitor various worksites & IoT/ Telematics devices. Ensures backend data models are reusable across dashboards, establishing a governed data layer that improves consistency while minimizing Data usage costs. Translates operational data into reliable insights that enable monitoring, diagnostics, and decision-making. | — | 0 |
| Content Developer – Mining Technology Academy Develops and delivers learning content (modules, videos, simulations, labs, assessments) for Caterpillar's Mining Technology Academy, ensuring technical accuracy and alignment with instructional designs and standards. Collaborates with SMEs and reviewers to create engaging and effective learning materials for mining operations and MineStar products. | — | 0 |
| Supplier Development Engr I Supplier Development Engineer at Caterpillar responsible for assessing supplier quality, ensuring products meet specifications and legal standards, conducting tests and audits, and guiding suppliers on process improvements and quality assurance plans. Requires a Bachelor's degree, knowledge of casting/machining, and quality/supplier quality management experience. | — | 0 |
| Logistics & Materials Specialist (1st Shift) This role supports the implementation and improvement of supply chain processes, machinery, equipment, and storage plans for Caterpillar Paving Products. Responsibilities include supporting supply chain engineers, managing inventory, standardizing warehouse presentation, planning inventory transfers, documenting material handling, monitoring returnable rack repairs, and performing data purification and analysis within SAP. | — | 0 |