Caterpillar
Industrial · Autonomous mining trucks
- HQ
- Irving, US
- Founded
- 1925
- Funding
- Public (CAT)
- Website
- caterpillar.com
Industrial · Autonomous mining trucks
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 30% versus the prior 4 weeks. Primary focus: Agent · Engineering. Salary range $113k–$240k (avg $180k).
Caterpillar currently has 45 active AI-related roles in our index. The most common open titles are: Data Scientist (3), Manager, Product Management (Platform) (3), Autonomy Development Engineer (2), Autonomy Engineering Development Specialist (2), Senior Autonomy Engineer (2). Most positions are in Engineering and Product.
Caterpillar's active AI hiring is concentrated in: agents (60%), data (27%), serving infrastructure (9%). 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 (29 roles), China (2 roles), Belgium (2 roles).
Job postings at Caterpillar most frequently mention: Software Engineering, Robotics, Machine Learning, Debugging, Python.
In the past 30 days, Caterpillar has posted 70 new AI-related roles. That is a +40% change versus the prior 30 days (50 → 70).
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| Procurement Professional Procurement Professional role supporting European steel component operations, focusing on sourcing, procurement activities, and cross-functional project delivery. Responsibilities include managing requisitions, NPI/NSI activities, project management initiatives, sourcing council packs, contract/PO management, cost/price analysis, interpreting technical drawings, and supporting sourcing for castings and forgings. | — | 0 |
| EHS Supervisor Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Supervisor role at Caterpillar, focused on leading EHS activities, ensuring compliance, driving continuous improvement, and fostering a proactive safety culture. Responsibilities include managing risk assessments, EHS training, audits, incident investigations, and collaborating across functions. Requires NEBOSH Diploma and extensive experience in EHS policy compliance and decision-making. | — | 0 |
| Health and Safety Champion This role is focused on promoting and strengthening health, safety, and environmental improvements within operations. The Health & Safety Champion will design and deliver training, analyze safety data trends, coach colleagues on safe working practices, review risk assessments, and conduct safety walks. The role requires strong safety awareness, communication, coaching, influencing, planning, and ownership skills. While not directly AI-related, it involves data analysis for risk identification and improvement implementation. |
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| Multi-Line Assembler- CWL This role is for a Multi-Line Assembler at Caterpillar, responsible for assembling parts and components for Building Construction Product (BCP) machines. The position involves working on various assembly stations, utilizing lean manufacturing principles, and adhering to standard work procedures. Key responsibilities include safe and defect-free assembly, supporting planned/unplanned absences, training other technicians, and participating in continuous improvement dialogues. The role requires mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to follow instructions. | — | 0 |
| Test Booth Technician Operate as part of the production team responsible for the assembly of parts or components to produce Building Construction Product (BCP) machines, according to specified work orders. Utilize lean manufacturing tools and techniques whilst operating to defined “takt times” and production sequences. | — | 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 |
| Supplier Development Engineer Supplier Development Engineer role focused on owning supplier quality and performance across the product lifecycle, driving compliance, resolving issues, and delivering continuous improvements. Requires problem-solving, process improvement, quality orientation, and communication skills. | — | 0 |
| Yard Operator Yard Operator role at Caterpillar supporting logistics and material movement in an external yard environment. Responsibilities include handling incoming/outgoing deliveries, organizing materials, operating forklifts, and maintaining yard safety and organization. Requires forklift license and experience in a similar operational environment. | — | 0 |
| Electrical Design Engineer – High Voltage Electrification Electrical Design Engineer responsible for the design and development of electrical systems for heavy machinery, including high-voltage systems for electrified applications. The role involves full product lifecycle ownership, from concept to field issue resolution, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. | — | 0 |
| Multi-Line Assembler/Tester (afternoons) This role is for a Multi-Line Assembler/Tester at Caterpillar, focusing on the assembly of machine parts and components, including cab testing, according to work orders. The position involves operating various stations, utilizing lean manufacturing principles, and adhering to standard work procedures. Responsibilities include training other technicians, performing cab tests using VMC software, troubleshooting failures, and maintaining a safe work area. The role requires mechanical aptitude, the ability to use tools, and strong communication skills. It is a production-focused role within the industrial manufacturing domain. | — | 0 |
| Process Engineer – Controls in the Machining Operations Team Process Engineer role focused on control systems and automation within a machining operations team at Caterpillar. Responsibilities include providing technical expertise, troubleshooting PLC systems, implementing control projects, and coaching colleagues. Requires experience with control systems, PLC programming, and a manufacturing background. | — | 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 |