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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| Manufacturing Engineer - Fixed Term Contract Manufacturing Engineer role at Caterpillar focused on leading the introduction of new products and processes, ensuring quality and safety, and managing capital expenditure projects. Requires knowledge of manufacturing equipment, processes, safety standards, and problem-solving methodologies. | — | 0 |
| Senior IT Analyst Applications (Senior Lead Developer Architect) Senior IT Analyst Applications (Senior Lead Developer Architect) role at Caterpillar in Bangalore, focusing on driving technical strategy, designing scalable software systems, and mentoring engineering teams. Responsibilities include creating technical blueprints, leading development, conducting code reviews, and aligning initiatives with business goals, with a strong emphasis on hands-on development of APIs, microservices, and core application components, while optimizing performance and ensuring security compliance. | — | 0 |
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| Tier2 DataOps Engineer This role is for a Tier2 DataOps Engineer responsible for advanced operational support, troubleshooting, and stabilization of data pipelines and data platforms. It acts as a bridge between Tier1 support and engineering (L3) teams, ensuring fast incident resolution, data quality, and system reliability. The role involves deep investigation of incidents, analysis of logs and data pipelines, service restoration, P1/P2 incident coordination, monitoring, anomaly detection, data validation, and collaboration with Data Engineering teams for root cause analysis and permanent fixes. It also supports production releases and ensures proper monitoring and alerting configuration. | — | 0 |
| Junior Data Engineer Junior Data Engineer role at Caterpillar's digital division, focusing on developing and deploying digital solutions. Responsibilities include application development, technical assistance, integrated testing, and working with Python and CI/CD tools within an Agile framework. Requires knowledge of software products, Python development, and computer science fundamentals. Cloud and IaC experience are a plus. | — | 0 |
| Product Owner Product Owner for Caterpillar's digital and technology arm, focusing on building industry-leading digital solutions for customers and dealers using data, advanced analytics, telematics, and AI capabilities. The role involves supporting product backlog, translating needs into user stories, collaborating with engineering, tracking progress, and identifying process improvements. | — | 0 |
| Test & Validation Engineer Seeking a Metallurgical Engineer with 12-15 years of experience to oversee engine component validation, technical reporting, failure analysis, and supplier assessment. Requires deep understanding of metallurgical processes (heat treatment, steel making, casting), validation techniques, Diesel Engine systems, and laboratory operations. Experience with CQI-9, APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, ISO/IEC 17025, and NDT Level II is essential. | — | 0 |
| Data Engineer This role is for a Data Engineer at Caterpillar's digital and technology arm, Cat Digital. The primary focus is on developing applications and features, assisting other engineers, adhering to best practices, and performing integrated testing. The role requires knowledge of software products, effective communication, Python, SQL/NoSQL databases, and Agile frameworks. Nice-to-haves include computer science fundamentals, CI/CD deployment, and AWS cloud platform knowledge. | — | 0 |
| Fitter Mechanical fitter role focused on the repair, maintenance, and assembly of used and new parts for diesel, dual fuel, and gas engines at Caterpillar's Kiel location. Responsibilities include component repair, quality inspection (MT2), process development, and participation in 6Sigma projects. Requires a technical education or equivalent experience, familiarity with technical drawings and measurement tools, and a willingness to learn new techniques and undergo further training. | — | 0 |
| Associate Engineer Associate Engineer role at Caterpillar focused on metallurgy and material science for diesel engine components. Responsibilities include evaluating raw materials, conducting failure analysis, supporting supplier development, and monitoring supplier quality through process assessments and audits. Requires knowledge of heat treatment, steel making, casting processes, and metallurgical testing equipment, along with familiarity with international standards. | — | 0 |
| Prüfstandmonteur (m/w/d) The role is for a Test Stand Mechanic (m/f/d) in the Large Power Systems Division at Caterpillar's Kiel location. Responsibilities include assembly, commissioning, and maintenance of gas engines on test stands, operating test stand computers and measurement equipment, and performing engine acceptance. Requires a vocational degree in industrial mechanics or mechatronics, experience in engine assembly/commissioning, and willingness to work in shifts. Basic pay is €1,653.11. | — | 0 |
| Supply Quality Engineer Supply Quality Engineer at Caterpillar in Suzhou, Jiangsu, focused on resolving quality issues and improving processes within the supply chain. Responsibilities include supplier quality initiatives, implementing process controls, conducting evaluations and audits, and identifying/resolving quality problems. | — | 0 |
| Design Engineer - Electrical Design Engineer - Electrical role at Caterpillar in Bangalore, Karnataka, focusing on the end-to-end electrical design and development of large diesel genset packages (>2 MW). Responsibilities include leading design from concept to production release, ensuring compliance with standards and regulations, and collaborating with global cross-functional teams. Requires a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering with 5 years of experience and proficiency in design tools like Eplan and Creo. | — | 0 |
| Field Service Representative Field Service Representative for Caterpillar, responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting equipment at customer locations. This role involves using test equipment, hand tools, and digital systems to diagnose and repair machinery, with a focus on customer service and problem-solving in industrial and oil & gas environments. Experience with mechanical maintenance, PLCs, and troubleshooting is required. | — | 0 |
| Scrum Master – Modernization Scrum Master to support complex modernization initiatives by enabling Agile teams and driving execution in legacy-to-modern transformation environments. This role partners with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver impactful, scalable solutions while promoting continuous improvement and engineering excellence. | — | 0 |
| Quality Engineer 1 Quality Engineer at Caterpillar responsible for advanced inspection and audits to ensure materials, processes, and products conform to company quality standards. This role involves analyzing non-conformance data, supporting audits, and collaborating with manufacturing teams to implement corrective actions. | — | 0 |
| EHS Coordinator EHS Coordinator for Caterpillar's manufacturing plant in Rayong, Thailand. This role supports occupational health, safety, and environmental operations on the shop floor, ensuring compliance with Thai laws and Caterpillar's EHS standards. Responsibilities include risk assessments, safety training, audits, incident investigations, and reporting. | — | 0 |
| Assembler-2 Assembler role at Caterpillar, focused on operations and contributing to building a better world through manufacturing. | — | 0 |
| Machine Specialist I Operates and maintains CNC milling and turning machines in a manufacturing environment, ensuring production meets engineering, quality, and safety standards. Responsibilities include machine setup, tool setting, quality inspection, and basic maintenance. | — | 0 |
| Field Service Representative (Early Talent - Gas Turbines) Field Service Representative role for fresh engineering graduates or those with up to 2 years of experience, focusing on installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting gas turbine equipment at customer locations. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, commissioning, diagnostics, repair, and ensuring safety compliance. Requires knowledge of mechanical maintenance, PLC, and customer service. | — | 0 |
| Structure Design Engineer Design, develop, and implement structural components and systems for Caterpillar products, focusing on structural engineering principles, CAD/CAE tools, and cross-functional collaboration throughout the product development lifecycle. | — | 0 |
| Senior Software Developer - D365 F&O Senior Software Developer role focused on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (F&O) development, integration, and technical architecture. The role involves X++ development, SSRS, Power BI, platform upgrades, and supporting code deployments. It also includes designing and implementing integrations with third-party systems using various Azure services and data management tools. A key aspect is driving automation initiatives using Copilot Studio, AI Builder, and AI-driven workflows, alongside DevOps practices and environment management. The role requires strong debugging skills and database proficiency. | — | 0 |
| MineStar SME - Principal Engineer Principal Engineer providing deep technical leadership for the MineStar Productivity Services domain, owning architecture, design, and delivery of scalable, resilient solutions. Drives engineering excellence, influences long-term strategy, and ensures alignment with modernization goals. | — | 0 |
| Section Manager Section Manager for Caterpillar's Supply Chain and Logistics in Suzhou, Jiangsu. This role focuses on providing guidance and supervision to achieve distribution center goals, including budget, cost structure, safety, workflow, service levels, productivity, and quality. Responsibilities include employee supervision, motivation, coaching, training, and ensuring equipment maintenance. The role requires skills in accuracy, attention to detail, decision making, critical thinking, distribution center management, effective communication, performance management, planning, organizing, problem-solving, and service excellence. | — | 0 |
| Senior Software Developer - D365 CE Senior Software Developer role focused on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement (CE/CRM) modules, including Sales, Marketing, Customer Service, Project Operations, and Field Service. The role involves designing, developing, and implementing scalable solutions, integrations, and customizations using Power Platform, C#, JavaScript, and Azure services. Key responsibilities include technical delivery, integration engineering, data management, DevOps, and developing automation workflows and AI solutions using tools like Power Automate, Copilot Studio, and AI Builder. | — | 0 |
| Axle Senior design Engineer Senior Design Engineer for Axles and Drivetrain Components at Caterpillar, responsible for the full design lifecycle from requirements to production support, including structural design, simulation, validation, and NPI. Requires strong mechanical engineering depth and cross-functional collaboration. | — | 0 |
| Condition Monitoring Advisors This role involves monitoring equipment condition using various data sources (fluid analysis, inspections, electronic data, repair history, site conditions) to provide recommendations to dealers and customers. The goal is to lower costs, improve availability, and reduce warranty costs, ultimately increasing customer loyalty and service sales. The role requires aggregating and correlating condition monitoring data, maintaining expertise in at least three elements of condition monitoring, and preparing reports. | — | 0 |
| Embedded Software Engineering Specialist Embedded Software Engineering Specialist role at Caterpillar focusing on transmission software and controls. Responsibilities include technical leadership, design, development, testing, and debugging of embedded systems, integration of software modules, and performing architect reviews. Requires expertise in MATLAB/Simulink, software architecture, Git, CAN protocols, and embedded systems. | — | 0 |
| Engineering Project Team Leader Caterpillar is seeking an Engineering Project Team Leader to manage complex engineering projects within the Large Mining Trucks division. This role involves leading cross-functional teams from concept through production, defining project scope, aligning priorities, and driving execution. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical or electrical engineering, with expertise in project management, technical leadership, and stakeholder influence. | — | 0 |
| Mapleton Foundry IT Application Lead This role provides application expertise to manufacturing facilities, bridging operational business processes with IT solutions. The candidate will enhance and optimize manufacturing systems, with an emphasis on ERP/MES solutions, and identify opportunities to leverage data, analytics, and AI-enabled solutions to improve operational outcomes. The role requires deep understanding of manufacturing operations, business acumen, and the ability to translate needs into scalable IT solutions. | — | 0 |
| Senior Production Manager - Assembly This role is for a Senior Production Manager in a manufacturing setting, focusing on overseeing daily operations, managing staff, driving performance improvements, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory guidelines. It does not involve AI/ML development. | — | 0 |
| Logistics Analyst Logistics Analyst role at Caterpillar focused on coordinating and overseeing workload activities to ensure material availability. Responsibilities include tracking orders, expediting shipments, managing stock issues, resolving discrepancies, making sourcing decisions, and providing training to other analysts. The role involves collaborating with suppliers to improve performance, monitoring commitments, and taking action plans for process improvements with Purchasing and other partners. | — | 0 |
| Senior Inventory Analyst Senior Inventory Analyst role focused on supply chain planning systems support within SAP (SPP) modules, including Demand Forecasting & Inventory Planning, DRP, and Deployment. Responsibilities include maintaining system stability, enabling scalable solutions, and supporting planning complexity. Requires extensive SAP SPP experience, functional expertise in DFIP, DRP, and Deployment, and proficiency in SAS for data extraction and analysis. | — | 0 |
| Manufacturing Engineer Manufacturing Engineer II for Caterpillar's Building Construction Products division in Athens, GA. This role focuses on maintaining, sustaining, and improving fabrication manufacturing processes for construction equipment structures, including routing definition, process and tooling design, robotic welding, CNC processes, root cause corrective action (RCCA), and continuous process optimization. The engineer will own fabrication manufacturing processes, design tooling, lead RCCA activities, and support New Product Introduction (NPI). | — | 0 |
| Werkstudent (m/w/d) Werkstudent (m/f/d) in the Engineering Systems department at Caterpillar Energy Solutions GmbH in Mannheim, supporting the testing of aggregate test stands, aggregate construction, and painting. Responsibilities include supporting the testing of new paint systems, developing quality checks for painting, creating technical solutions for paint quality determination, and assisting with the development and introduction of new digital processes in production. The role also involves supporting the maintenance of the test stand tool landscape. Requires a degree in mechanical engineering or material science, programming knowledge in Python (ideally also VBS or C#), and strong technical understanding. | — | 0 |
| Prüfstandselektriker / Inbetriebnehmer (m/w/d) The role involves electrical setup, commissioning, and maintenance of test benches for industrial aggregates, including fault finding, electrical planning using ProfiCAD, and handling high-voltage switching operations. It requires a vocational qualification in electrical or mechatronics fields and experience in electrical systems. | — | 0 |
| Logistics Team Leader – Day Shift - FTC 18m Logistics Team Leader role at Caterpillar, focused on leading a team to ensure efficient material flow, safety, quality, and continuous improvement within industrial operations. Requires strong people management, logistics operations, safety, and process improvement skills. | — | 0 |
| Design Engineer Designs, develops, builds, and implements new components, products, or technologies. Responsibilities include researching new materials, building and testing prototypes, assisting with supplier development, documenting functional requirements, and preparing technical reports. Requires strong analytical thinking, communication, and technical skills, with proficiency in CAD tools. | — | 0 |
| Lagerist (m/w/d) Warehouse worker responsible for receiving, inspecting, storing, and picking parts and materials for the production of large Caterpillar engines. | — | 0 |
| Test Booth Technician - Late Shift - Fixed Term Contract Test Booth Technician responsible for assembling parts and components to build Caterpillar machines, following set processes, working to production targets, and ensuring machines are built safely and to the right quality standard. | — | 0 |
| Procurement Quality Engineer Procurement Quality Engineer at Caterpillar supporting quality issues and processes for the supply function in a manufacturing facility. Responsibilities include resolving quality issues, participating in supplier quality improvement initiatives, ensuring supplier reliability and quality through process controls and audits, and identifying quality problems to develop action plans. | — | 0 |
| Material Specialist This role is for a Material Specialist in Operations at Caterpillar, focusing on material handling and related tasks within an industrial setting. It does not involve AI/ML development or research. | — | 0 |
| Supplier Technical Engineer This role focuses on assessing supplier quality and driving process improvements to reduce product defects and ensure compliance with manufacturing specifications. Responsibilities include reviewing supplier data, monitoring defect rates, conducting supplier audits, and supporting suppliers in performance improvement. | — | 0 |
| Assembler Assembler role at Caterpillar responsible for performing assembly, testing, diagnostics, rework, and repair tasks on a product line. Requires adherence to safety and quality standards, proper use and maintenance of tools and equipment, and maintaining a clean work area (5S and TPM). Also involves cost saving and following company regulations. Requires a vocational degree or above in mechanical engineering, basic understanding of mechanical drawings and technical requirements, good safety and quality awareness, familiarity with 5S and TPM concepts, basic English reading ability for assembly terms, basic computer skills, and at least six months of assembly experience. | — | 0 |
| Maintenance Operator 维修电工 This role is for a Maintenance Operator (Electrician) at Caterpillar, responsible for the daily inspection, fault diagnosis, and emergency repair of non-standard automation equipment and production lines. Key duties include maintaining electrical control systems (PLC, inverters, servo drives), handling equipment failures, participating in new equipment installation and modification, and ensuring safety compliance. Requires a technical background in electromechanical or electrical automation, at least 3 years of relevant experience, and familiarity with major PLC systems like Siemens and Mitsubishi. | — | 0 |
| Corinth Reman ECB Paint Technician (2nd shift) This role is for a Painter I at Caterpillar's Remanufacturing Division in Corinth, MS. Responsibilities include operating spray applicators to apply industrial paint finishes on engines or component parts, mixing paints, monitoring drying, performing maintenance on paint systems and equipment, completing production logs, and maintaining housekeeping standards. Requires previous paint application experience in a manufacturing setting and the ability to work in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment. Physical requirements include standing for long periods, lifting up to 35 pounds, and wearing a respirator. | — | 0 |
| Senior Software Engineer-4 The Senior Software Engineer will design, develop, and integrate simulation and visualization capabilities for Caterpillar's digital twin and machine behavior modeling. This role involves using NVIDIA Omniverse, C++, and Python for real-time 3D experiences and simulation logic. | — | 0 |
| Design Engineering Specialist Designs, develops, validates, and implements drivetrain components, subsystems, and technologies for Medium and Large Track‑Type Tractors. Provides technical leadership across design, validation, manufacturing, and supply chain to ensure product performance, quality, and supply continuity. Develops design parameters, performance characteristics, and technical specifications. Leads the evolution of technical designs, validation strategies, and implementation plans. Guides supplier technical readiness. Drives structured problem-solving. Monitors, evaluates, and integrates new technologies, materials, and manufacturing processes. Supports prototype builds, material selection, process optimization, and reliability testing. Leads failure analysis and corrective action development. Ensures data provenance, traceability, and reviewer-ready documentation. Coordinates engineering tasks. Provides technical leadership to buyers, supply specialists, and suppliers. Supports cost estimates and incorporates cost-impact considerations into design and supplier decisions. Develops and maintains functional requirements, detailed design documentation, and release packages. | — | 0 |
| Manufacturing Engineer This Manufacturing Engineer role focuses on shaping and deploying modern manufacturing capabilities, optimizing processes, and implementing advanced manufacturing technologies like IIoT, digital twins, and automation across global manufacturing networks. The role involves technical expertise in process design, standardization, troubleshooting, and driving continuous improvement using Lean and APQP principles, with applications in large mining and off-highway truck platforms, and emerging electrification programs. | — | 0 |
| Engineering Project Team Leader Lead system level DMEDI/NPI and DMAIC/CPI activities, gather requirements, create design documentation, drive hardware and software design requirements, coordinate with process partners, travel for test support, identify product quality improvements, and mentor junior engineers. Requires a degree, product design/development experience, technical excellence with automotive-style cameras, radar, ECMs, in-cab displays, and AIS Linux applications/UI/UX, and project management/global team leadership experience. | — | 0 |