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 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 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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| NPI Project Engineer Project Engineer for New Product Introduction (NPI) at Caterpillar, focusing on managing project plans, coordinating cross-functional teams, controlling costs, and ensuring timely shipment of products in a manufacturing environment. | — | 0 |
| Safety Coordinator The Safety Coordinator role at Caterpillar focuses on designing, implementing, and maintaining Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) programs and policies. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with legislation, developing safety procedures, performing risk assessments, managing incidents, coordinating safety training, and overseeing emergency procedures. The role requires strong attention to detail, knowledge of EHS policies, problem-solving skills, effective communication, influencing abilities, initiative, and the capacity to manage multiple priorities. | — | 0 |
| Agent Auditeur Qualité (H/F) This role is for an Agent Quality Auditor (H/F) at Caterpillar's Echirolles site, focusing on inspecting finished products after painting or on the assembly line. The primary responsibilities include detecting and documenting defects, performing visual, dimensional, and functional checks, identifying and reporting non-conformities, and participating in corrective actions. The role requires a technical background (BEP/Bac pro/BTS) in an industrial or quality field, with a preference for prior experience in quality control or assembly environments. Key skills include reading plans, using control instruments, rigor, attention to detail, and teamwork. |
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| Mining Application Specialist - MineStar - Early Career This role supports and maintains Caterpillar's autonomous haul trucks at a large-scale mining operation. The specialist will implement and optimize the MineStar Command system, provide technical support, assist with installation and configuration, measure system performance, and create training materials. The role requires technical knowledge in mining technology and machine control systems, field support experience in hardware maintenance, and strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including experience with Power BI dashboards. | — | 0 |
| Engineering Intern Internship role focused on applying basic engineering knowledge to assist with the analysis, implementation, and resolution of issues related to processes, products, and systems within Caterpillar's industrial domain. The role requires pursuing a relevant engineering or computer science degree and emphasizes developing technical skills, effective communication, critical thinking, initiative, teamwork, and product engineering. | — | 0 |
| Industrial Electrician - Retention Bonus Available - 3rd Shift - East Peoria Undercarriage BB 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 testing, diagnosing, and troubleshooting malfunctions in electrical units and systems, including relay logic and CNC/PLC controlled machines. It requires a strong understanding of electrical and electronic theory, the ability to interpret schematics, and hands-on experience with electrical machinery. | — | 0 |
| Frontend Architect (Senior Software Engineer) Seeking a seasoned Frontend Architect (Senior Software Engineer) to lead architectural decisions, mentor teams, and drive the development of modern, responsive, and secure web applications within the Informatics & Connected Worksite - CAT IT Team at Caterpillar. The role involves defining quality standards, architecting scalable frontend solutions, evaluating emerging technologies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams in an agile environment. | — | 0 |
| General Scheduling Coordinator This role is responsible for scheduling production and coordinating inventory to support the scheduled work within Caterpillar's supply chain and logistics department. It involves analyzing production scheduling problems, managing order releases, ensuring timely delivery of materials, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. | — | 0 |
| Level 4 CNC Machinist Technician- 2nd & 3rd Shift- LAFAYETTE, IN This role is for a Level 4 CNC Machinist Technician responsible for operating and setting up CNC and NC controlled machines in a manufacturing environment. It requires experience with CNC programming, making offset adjustments, interpreting CNC programs and data, and troubleshooting machine, tooling, and program malfunctions. The position also involves manual operations, material transport, and auditing. | — | 0 |
| Production Support Specialist 2 - Reprocessing - 3rd Shift This role supports current product production by testing and repairing machines according to engineering specifications. It involves validating production machines, performing rework, and supporting design engineers by gathering data through teardowns and assembly of components. The role requires knowledge of hydraulics, electrical schematics, and adherence to documented procedures and CPS principles. | — | 0 |
| Engine Platform Engineer Designs, builds, and implements new components, products, or technologies for Caterpillar's engine platform, providing technical support, product maintenance, and leading improvement projects. The role also involves compliance representation and factory support for production issue troubleshooting. | — | 0 |
| Brand & Sports Marketing Intern This is an internship role focused on brand and sports marketing, including campaign planning, activation, event support, and material preparation. It requires an undergraduate degree in a related field, strong interest in marketing, and good communication and organizational skills. | — | 0 |
| Assembly and Test Specialist - 2nd Shift - Supplemental Assembly and Test Specialist for large diesel and natural gas engines and components at Caterpillar. Responsibilities include routine assembly, testing, reworking, and repairing of components using hand and pneumatic tools. Requires 6 months of manufacturing or engine maintenance experience and ability to follow instructions. | — | 0 |
| Sr. Digital Product Owner The Sr. Digital Product Owner will contribute to the design, development, and deployment of Caterpillar's digital platform and applications. This role involves managing multiple projects, working with developers in specific environments (AEM/HCL Commerce), utilizing Agile tools, and overseeing the software development lifecycle from problem identification to testing and deployment. | — | 0 |
| Machine Tool Repair Technician- 2nd & 3rd Shift This role is for a Machine Tool Repair Technician at Caterpillar, responsible for the mechanical troubleshooting and repair of complex machine tools and related equipment used in manufacturing. The position requires strong mechanical and electrical skills, the ability to read blueprints, and experience with hydraulic systems, precision bearings, and alignment. It involves working on various types of machinery and equipment, including robots, and requires adherence to safety and quality standards. The role is focused on maintaining industrial machinery, not developing AI. | — | 0 |
| AWS (Alternate Work Schedule)- Level 4 CNC Machinist Technician- 2 Shift Options- LAFAYETTE, IN This role is for a Level 4 CNC Machinist Technician at Caterpillar, responsible for operating and setting up CNC and NC controlled machines. It requires experience in manufacturing, CNC programming (Fanuc, Siemens), machining principles, blueprint reading, and quality data interpretation. The position involves physical labor and adherence to safety protocols in a fast-paced environment. | — | 0 |
| Simulation Development Senior Engineer Develops and tests engineering simulation software for construction machinery, focusing on working tools, soil, rock, tires, and ground interaction. Requires strong programming in C++, FORTRAN, and Python, with a foundation in mechanics and mathematics, and familiarity with multi-body dynamics. | — | 0 |
| Test Engineer Test Engineer responsible for testing, validation, and problem resolution of autonomous mining truck systems in test fields, covering single-vehicle testing, group testing, system integration, and regular operation verification. This role is critical for the system's safety, stability, and productivity, bridging the gap from 'operable' to 'mass-producible and operational'. | — | 0 |
| HIL Test Engineer The HIL Test Engineer is responsible for the hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing and validation of autonomous driving systems. This includes testing controllers, perception/planning/control links, vehicle interfaces, and backend systems on a HIL platform. The role is critical for ensuring the quality of autonomous driving systems before vehicle deployment, bridging algorithm development, hardware, safety, and real-world testing. | — | 0 |
| Design Engineer Design Engineer role at Caterpillar focused on clutch and brake wet friction materials, components, and systems. Responsibilities include product and process development, validation, documentation, and technical support for new product introductions and continuous improvement projects. Requires a master's degree or technical certification, with preferred expertise in materials science, wet friction products, and data analysis. | — | 0 |
| Quality Control Team Lead-Electric Power This role is a Quality Control Team Lead in Caterpillar's Electric Power Division. The primary responsibilities include leading and coordinating daily operations, ensuring employee safety, managing work assignments for production efficiency, addressing nonconformance issues, and assisting with employee training and performance monitoring. The role requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. | — | 0 |
| Manufacturing Engineering Intern Internship role focused on manufacturing engineering, specifically line balancing, bottleneck analysis, process improvement support, and data analysis using tools like Excel and Python. The role involves supporting digital tools and data-driven decision-making within an industrial manufacturing environment. | — | 0 |
| Practicante de Finanzas Seeking finance interns for Caterpillar's Acuña plant, focusing on accounting, administration, economics, finance, or foreign relations majors. Requires current student status (5th-8th semester), basic-intermediate English, and proficiency in MS Office. Offers a monthly scholarship of up to $7,300 MXN and free meals. Position is on-site, Monday to Friday, starting June 2026. | — | 0 |
| Manufacturing Engineering - L6 Degree Apprenticeship This is a Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship in Manufacturing Engineering at Caterpillar, focusing on designing and improving manufacturing processes for construction and mining products. The program is a 5-year degree apprenticeship in collaboration with the University of Coventry, leading to a BEng (Hons) Manufacturing Engineering. | — | 0 |
| PROGRAMA DE ESTÁGIO UNIVERSITÁRIO - CICLO MAIO/26 This is an internship program for university students at Caterpillar, a global leader in construction and mining equipment. The program offers opportunities in various areas including manufacturing, engineering, quality, production, logistics, and IT. Interns will be exposed to real-world market situations, learn methodologies like Lean, Industry 4.0, Scrum, and 6 Sigma, and participate in projects. The role requires students pursuing higher education in business, international relations, accounting, economics, engineering, or IT, with intermediate Office and English skills. Soft skills like interpersonal relationships, self-responsibility, active learning, critical thinking, problem-solving, and resilience are also important. | — | 0 |
| Qualitätsbeauftragter The Quality Representative role at Caterpillar focuses on planning, executing, and evaluating complex inspection tasks in manufacturing. This includes incoming goods inspection, managing inspection plans, collaborating with development on design for measurement, performing various measurements (length, form, position), conducting quality gates, visual inspections, material defect classification, and proposing corrective actions. The role also involves supporting quality concepts, analyzing quality problems, selecting testing methods, making quality decisions based on specifications, and documenting findings. Additionally, it includes supporting workshop operations, providing technical assistance, conducting audits, and handling damage investigations. A relevant vocational training and several years of experience are required. | — | 0 |
| Embedded Software Engineer Develops, integrates, and supports embedded software for machine control systems at Caterpillar, applying engineering principles and following defined software development processes for product quality, verification, and issue resolution. | — | 0 |
| Assembly & Test Specialist - 2nd Shift - Full Time This role is for an Assembly & Test Specialist in a manufacturing environment, focusing on assembling, testing, and preparing heavy equipment components. It requires hands-on experience, technical drawing interpretation, and adherence to safety and quality procedures. | — | 0 |
| Assembly and Test Specialist - 3rd Shift - Supplemental This role involves performing routine assembly and testing of components, specifically Fuel Injectors, Fuel Pumps, exhaust systems, and PETU tanks, using hand and pneumatic tools in a manufacturing environment. It requires following instructions, good communication, and a commitment to safety. | — | 0 |
| Hose Assembler - 2nd Shift This role is for a Hose Assembler at Caterpillar, focusing on manual assembly, equipment operation, quality inspection, and training in a manufacturing environment. It involves identifying tooling, following procedures, performing assembly tasks, maintaining records, and ensuring quality standards are met. The position also includes training new operators, performing preventative maintenance, and contributing to process improvements. Safety and teamwork are emphasized. | — | 0 |
| Elec Sys V&V Sr. Engineer Designs, develops, and integrates telematics systems for Caterpillar, focusing on testing embedded software, customer applications, and hardware-in-the-loop simulations. The role involves continuous improvement, software verification, troubleshooting, test automation, and participating in the design of next-generation telematics concepts. Requires experience with Python, NPI processes, test automation, and Vector CANoe. | — | 0 |
| Logistics Specialist Logistics Specialist at Caterpillar in Tijuana, Baja California, responsible for compiling data and preparing customs paperwork for US and Mexico imports/exports, including invoice preparation, rate calculation, and managing annexes 24 and 30. Requires a Bachelor's degree in International Trade, Business, Economics, or Finance, and 3-5 years of import-export and logistics experience. | — | 0 |
| Production Assembler - Decatur, IL (2nd Shift) This role is for a Production Assembler at Caterpillar, focusing on assembling, testing, and preparing heavy equipment components for shipment. It requires mechanical aptitude and experience in a fast-paced, safety-focused manufacturing environment. | — | 0 |
| Machine Operator - 3rd shift Operates, sets up, and adjusts automatic lathes or numerically controlled drilling and boring machines to perform machining operations on miscellaneous parts in a manufacturing environment. | — | 0 |
| Associate Procurement Professional Associate Procurement Professional responsible for processing requisitions, supporting purchasing, supply chain, sourcing, cost/price analyses, and contract/purchase order generation. The role involves developing improvement plans, performing analysis of assigned processes, supporting customers with pricing and supplier selection, and performing analytical/administrative tasks for strategic purchasing initiatives. | — | 0 |
| Positioning and Controls Software Engineer Software Engineer responsible for the development and test of positioning state estimator and control algorithms for earthmoving and paving machines. The role involves working with Simulink models and C++ software in a team environment, creating automated tests, and documenting designs. | — | 0 |
| Iron Technician I (2nd Shift) This role is for an Iron Technician I at Caterpillar's SPM Oil & Gas division, responsible for the assembly and testing of mechanical components. The job involves processing incoming iron, cleaning, inspecting, and assembling flow control products, with opportunities for training in NDT and manifold rebuilds. It requires basic mechanical skills, computer literacy for inventory systems, and the ability to work in a physically demanding environment. The role is focused on industrial mechanical operations, not AI/ML development. | — | 0 |
| Fabricator I This role is for a Fabricator I at Caterpillar in Rayong, Thailand. The primary responsibilities include manufacturing and assembling metal parts and structures using specialized tools and machinery, including welding. The role requires reading engineering drawings, operating manual metalworking machinery, and ensuring quality control. Candidates need experience in heavy fabrication and welding, with a vocational or higher education in a related field. | — | 0 |
| Product Assembler I This role involves performing assembly and adjustment of parts and components following documented procedures, leveraging lean manufacturing concepts, and using industrial power tools. It requires physical capabilities like standing, repetitive operations, and lifting up to 35 lbs, with a minimum of 9 months of previous work experience. | — | 0 |
| Minőségellenőr Quality Inspector role at Caterpillar's Gödöllő facility, focusing on ensuring the quality of manufactured heavy machinery. Responsibilities include in-process inspections, material and component checks, documentation, root cause analysis of defects, and collaboration with production teams. Requires technical drawing interpretation, experience with measurement tools, and a background in quality control within a manufacturing or industrial setting. Experience with specific material testing certifications and 3D measuring machines is a plus. | — | 0 |
| Hose Assembler - Weekend Shift Hose Assembler for Caterpillar's weekend shift, responsible for performing various assembly processes, maintaining quality standards, operating and maintaining equipment, and training new operators. Requires blueprint reading and use of precision measuring equipment. | — | 0 |
| Training Consultant - FG Wilson Caterpillar is seeking a Training Consultant for their FG Wilson generator set business. The role involves delivering hands-on technical training to engineers, technicians, and partners on generator set commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, and lifecycle support. The consultant will also assess trainee competence and promote safe working practices. | — | 0 |
| Service Technician (m/f) Service Technician role at Caterpillar, focusing on maintenance, inspection, and troubleshooting of gas engines and remote heating systems. Requires technical training in electrical or automotive engineering, practical experience, and customer support skills. | — | 0 |
| Logistics Specialist - 2 Logistics Specialist responsible for overseeing and coordinating yard operations, ensuring efficient logistics execution, and collaborating with IT to resolve operational and system-related issues. Requires strong English communication, SAP proficiency, and leadership qualities. | — | 0 |
| Assembly & Test Specialist - 2nd and 3rd Shifts - East Peoria Bldg KK - Supplemental This role is for an Assembly & Test Specialist in a manufacturing environment, focusing on routine assembly and testing of machine components for Caterpillar's Large Power Systems Division. The position involves operating test machines, preparing products for shipping, performing salvage operations, and disassembling/reassembling complex assemblies for repair. | — | 0 |
| Einkäufer - Indirekter Einkauf (m/w/d) The role is for an Indirect Purchaser (m/w/d) in Mannheim, Germany, focusing on initiating procurement processes, rationalizing the supplier base, advising on supplier selection, negotiating contracts and prices, and contributing to cost reduction projects. The ideal candidate has a degree in engineering or a related field, experience in industrial purchasing or supply chain, strong customer orientation, negotiation skills, and proficiency in German and English, as well as SAP and Microsoft Office. Six Sigma experience is desirable. | — | 0 |
| Contratación Caterpillar Santa Catarina This role is for welders with or without experience, forklift operators, technicians in machinery and tools, maintenance technicians, heat treatment, painting, and assembly. The job posting is for Caterpillar's Santa Catarina location in Nuevo León, Mexico. It outlines various job openings within operations and lists employee benefits such as savings funds, grocery vouchers, punctuality and attendance bonuses, productivity bonuses, transportation, and a recreational club. The posting also includes standard equal opportunity employer statements and application process details. | — | 0 |
| Metal Treating Specialist - 2nd and 3rd Shifts - East Peoria Bldg KK - Supplemental This role is for a Metal Treating Specialist Trainee at Caterpillar, focusing on learning and operating heat-treat equipment in a manufacturing environment. The position involves hands-on work with machinery and physical tasks, with training provided on first shift before moving to second or third shifts. | — | 0 |
| Technicien Réparation Produits (F/H) Technician responsible for repairing Caterpillar products by intervening on mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and electronic components. This role involves diagnosing, repairing, or replacing defective parts to ensure product conformity and proper functioning, following established procedures and safety requirements. | — | 0 |
| Journeyperson Pump Mechanic Journeyperson Pump Mechanic IV at Caterpillar's SPM Oil & Gas division, responsible for assembling, servicing, maintaining, evaluating, repairing, and installing reciprocating plunger pumps. The role involves troubleshooting, disassembly, root cause analysis, documentation, and adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and engineering specifications. It also includes leadership duties, job preparation, customer relations, quality control, and potentially assigning duties and resolving technical problems. | — | 0 |