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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| Rental Monitoring Analyst 2 This role analyzes condition monitoring data (fluid analysis, inspections, electronic data, repair history, site conditions) to provide insights and recommendations to Caterpillar dealers. The goal is to generate sales leads, help customers manage their business, improve loyalty, increase market share, and grow parts/service sales while reducing customer costs. The analyst will aggregate and correlate data, maintain knowledge of monitoring elements, understand equipment performance, and communicate recommendations verbally and in reports. | — | 0 |
| Rental Monitoring Analyst 1 This role involves analyzing condition monitoring data (fluid analysis, equipment inspections, electronic data, repair history, site conditions) to provide insights and recommendations to Caterpillar dealers. The goal is to help customers manage their businesses more effectively, improve loyalty, increase market share, and grow sales, while reducing customer costs. The analyst will aggregate and correlate data, maintain knowledge of monitoring elements, and communicate recommendations verbally and in reports. | — |
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| Qualitätsprüfer Wareneingang (m/w/d) Quality inspector for incoming goods, focusing on inspecting engine spare parts and accessories. Responsibilities include checking dimensions, color accuracy, completeness, documentation, shelf life, and the condition of goods and packaging. The role also involves working according to quality standards, documenting findings, planning and monitoring quality assurance measures, and contributing ideas for process improvement. Requires technical understanding, meticulous work, and good computer skills. Experience with MDE scanners is a plus, and a forklift/crane license is desirable. A reliability check according to § 7 Luftsicherheitsgesetz is required. | — | 0 |
| Manager Engineering Engineering Manager to lead a multi-layered engineering organization delivering large genset (2–4 MW) solutions for large electric power systems. Role is accountable for engineering drawings, manuals, and release governance, ensuring compliance with Caterpillar standards and regional regulations while driving quality, schedule adherence, risk management, and continuous improvement across the product lifecycle. | — | 0 |
| Design Engineering Specialist Experienced Design Engineering Specialist to solve complex engineering challenges using advanced simulation and analytical methods (FEA) for structural integrity, performance, and reliability of systems and components. Leads design validation, optimization, and failure investigations, establishing best practices and mentoring teams. Requires expertise in linear/nonlinear analysis, fatigue, dynamics, wind, snow, and seismic loads, with proficiency in tools like ANSYS, Abaqus, or Nastran. Ensures compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. | — | 0 |
| Associate Engineer Associate Engineer in Electric Power Division projects focused on design concepts, modeling, and detailing for NPI/PCI projects. Requires collaboration with various engineering teams to meet quality and delivery commitments. Experience with Power Generators, Frames, Enclosures, and system-level engineering is essential. | — | 0 |
| Software Engineer Software Engineer role at Caterpillar focusing on AGV mixed dispatch solution development, requiring proficiency in C#, .NET, front-end frameworks (Vue required), and SQL Server. Experience with AGV development, Docker, and Linux is a plus. The role involves understanding software requirements, participating in development, internal compliance, and software validation. | — | 0 |
| Software Engineering Manager Software Engineering Manager to lead design, development, and deployment of digital products in e-commerce, focusing on hiring, managing, and mentoring software engineers and pod leads. The role involves transforming and building a world-class eCommerce application, driving strategic vision, and establishing product software engineering capability in India. | — | 0 |
| Maintenance Technician-1 This role is for a Maintenance Technician at Caterpillar in Rayong, Thailand. The primary responsibilities include performing preventive and predictive maintenance, analyzing and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, PLC, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, and supporting continuous improvement projects. The role requires a strong technical background in mechanical, electrical, and automation systems, with experience in industrial manufacturing environments. | — | 0 |
| Metallurgical Engineer Metallurgical Engineer role at Caterpillar in Tianjin, focusing on receiving inspection, quality management, problem support for assembly shops and suppliers, and cost reduction projects. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Materials Science or related field, with preferred experience in metallurgical validation and manufacturing quality assurance. | — | 0 |
| Quality Specialist质量专员 This role is a Quality Specialist at Caterpillar, focusing on managing on-site quality issues, maintaining quality checklists, conducting audits, and supporting quality KPI management. It involves cross-departmental communication to resolve problems and ensure process consistency in a manufacturing environment. The role requires experience with quality tools and data analysis, with a preference for manufacturing or automotive industry experience. | — | 0 |
| Manufacturing Engineer Asst.工艺助理工程师 Manufacturing Engineer Assistant role at Caterpillar focused on defining production processes, optimizing manufacturing and assembly, managing tooling, handling quality issues, and supporting production teams. Requires knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and problem-solving skills. | — | 0 |
| Maintenance Operator IV-1 This role is for a Maintenance Operator IV-1 at Caterpillar, responsible for the maintenance and repair of equipment, identifying root causes of failures, supporting production line activities, and identifying new improvement opportunities. Requires at least two years of repair experience, familiarity with electrical diagrams, servo motors, PLCs, and electrical principles, and knowledge of 5S and TPM concepts. Strong communication, responsibility, teamwork, and safety awareness are essential. | — | 0 |
| Production Supervisor (Welding) Supervises daily welding fabrication line operations, focusing on safety, quality, and productivity. Responsibilities include reporting, documentation, team supervision, training, and implementing lean manufacturing principles. Requires manufacturing operations knowledge, quality management, planning, and safety skills. | — | 0 |
| Global X-Change Buyer (m/f/d) This role is for a Global X-Change Buyer at Caterpillar, focusing on the remanufacturing program. The responsibilities include identifying buy-back opportunities worldwide, engaging with customers, negotiating the acquisition of used equipment (engines & gensets), and working across the reverse supply chain to support circular economy initiatives. The role requires strong communication, negotiation skills, knowledge of global sourcing and industrial business environments, and the ability to understand product applications. | — | 0 |
| Test & Validation Engineer Test and Validation Engineer for Caterpillar's Integrated Components Division, focusing on seals and isolation mounts. The role involves hands-on lab-based testing, validation, and test method development, with a strong emphasis on executing, troubleshooting, and improving component tests. Responsibilities include setting up dynamic and static tests, documenting and analyzing results, and supporting APQP activities. | — | 0 |
| Lead Product Owner, AEM Asset & Workfront Lead Product Owner for Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) Assets and Adobe Workfront capabilities, focusing on defining product direction, managing backlog priorities, and partnering with stakeholders and engineering teams to deliver digital asset management and work management solutions. The role involves driving adoption, continuous improvement, and coordinating issue resolution and support for these platforms. | — | 0 |
| Inventory Analyst (Manufacturing Support-1) Inventory Analyst role at Caterpillar, focusing on reviewing inventory counts, analyzing data for adjustments in SAP, validating warehouse material counts, performing RCCA investigations on discrepancies, auditing SLED, and issuing/reconciling cycle counts. Requires 2-year degree or equivalent experience, intermediate Excel proficiency, and 2 years of inventory control experience. Top candidates will have SAP experience, supply chain experience, and basic problem-solving skills. | — | 0 |
| Skillbridge - Machinist This role is for a Skillbridge program participant to become a Machinist Technician within Caterpillar's Large Power Systems Division. It involves rigorous on-the-job training in machining operations such as boring, milling, and drilling, with a focus on production, quality, and interpreting technical documents. The program aims to equip individuals with critical manufacturing skills for a career in the industry. | — | 0 |
| Logistics Engineer The Logistics Engineer role at Caterpillar focuses on supporting the design and implementation of logistics processes, machinery, equipment, storage concepts, and parts shipments, specifically for lithium-ion battery shipments and battery-powered machinery within the Electrification & Energy Solutions (E&ES) division. Responsibilities include ordering packaging and transportation solutions, communicating with facilities on transportation issues, handling battery recycling, creating/updating transportation systems, managing packaging inventory, and utilizing various supply chain systems. | — | 0 |
| Control Systems Engineer Design, develop, and validate electro-mechanical systems and mechatronic devices to optimize engine performance and emissions for large engines. This role involves designing, building, and testing control strategies using Matlab/Simulink, collaborating with team members to refine requirements, implementing control algorithms, optimizing software, and validating solutions through simulation and on-engine testing. Analysis and presentation of data using tools like Vector CANape and Python are also key responsibilities. | — | 0 |
| Project Structural Fitter B -2nd Shift Project Structural Fitter B role at Caterpillar Inc. involves framing structural weldments using engineering drawings in a production environment. Responsibilities include manual fitting, carbon arc cutting, sanding, and using common tools and material handling equipment. Requires basic computer skills, availability for shifts, and ability to work overtime. Desired qualifications include structural fabrication experience. | — | 0 |
| Simulation senior Associate Engineer This role focuses on developing and maintaining field data configuration files for data loggers, translating customer requirements into signal definitions and sampling rates to ensure optimal data quality. The acquired data supports various product lifecycle stages. Responsibilities include developing configuration files, maintaining customer communication, and providing updates on risks and milestones. Basic qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in engineering, 4+ years of experience in developing data logger configurations, and experience with Matlab/Simulink, HIL benches, and CANalyzer. | — | 0 |
| Field Office Coordinator (Admin Executive) This role provides administrative support and coordination for field offices, including managing work orders, purchasing supplies, organizing events, facilitating travel, and assisting with budget tracking and A/R requests. | — | 0 |
| Digital Information Systems Engineer The Digital Information Systems Engineer at Caterpillar will develop and implement a digitalization strategy, translate it into actionable roadmaps, identify opportunities to digitalize manual processes, and build digital awareness and capabilities across the organization. This role involves coaching employees on digital tools, leading digital community initiatives, driving continuous improvement through digital solutions, and supporting factory performance improvements via digital initiatives. | — | 0 |
| Material Availability Analyst This role focuses on maximizing external supplier performance and optimizing inventory management within the supply chain network. The analyst will serve as a focal point for suppliers, ensuring timely shipments and addressing issues with problem parts, requiring strong analytical and collaborative skills. | — | 0 |
| Production Supervisor (Machining) Supervise machining production processes, ensuring smooth operations, compliance with policies, and continuous improvement in safety, productivity, and quality. Responsibilities include reporting, documentation, team supervision, and training. | — | 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 |
| 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 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 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 |
| 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 |
| Senior Software Engineer (React) Senior Software Engineer role focused on developing and deploying Caterpillar's digital platform using React and Redux. The role involves contributing to new program development and maintenance of existing web-based dealer-facing applications, with a focus on building a world-class platform for various digital applications. Responsibilities include complex problem-solving, maintaining software quality, and collaborating with end-users. | — | 0 |
| 电气维修技术员 This role is for an Electrical Maintenance Technician responsible for the maintenance and repair of equipment, root cause analysis of failures, TPM, and supporting production lines. Requires a strong electrical background, PLC and potentially robot programming skills, and significant experience in electrical maintenance. | — | 0 |
| CNC Machinist Experienced Vertical Mill CNC Machinist needed to set up and operate CNC controlled vertical milling centers to produce high quality production components in a safe and efficient manner. This role involves using related equipment, loading CNC programs, performing machining operations, and in-process inspection. | — | 0 |
| Preventative Maintenance Technician- 2nd & 3rd Shift This role is for a Preventative Maintenance Technician at Caterpillar, focusing on performing preventive maintenance and lubrication on machines and equipment in a machine shop. Responsibilities include servicing chip and coolant handling systems, assisting machine repairmen, and performing minor mechanical repairs like fixing leaks and replacing parts. Basic requirements include understanding welding, cutting, lubrication, pipefitting, and experience with industrial preventive maintenance on CNC machines, conveyors, robots, or coolant systems, along with basic electrical and print reading skills. | — | 0 |
| Heat Treat Specialist This role involves operating and adjusting heat-treat equipment, performing specific heat-treating processes on clutch plates, monitoring equipment, and following manufacturing procedures in an industrial setting. It requires understanding of gas safety and temperature parameters, and experience in a manufacturing environment. | — | 0 |
| Senior Engineering Manager – Non-Functional Quality & Performance Engineering Senior Engineering Manager to lead Non-Functional Quality Engineering (NFR) across digital platforms, focusing on performance, scalability, reliability, and resilience. This role involves defining strategy, establishing governance, driving a performance-first culture, influencing system design, and building NFR capability. It also includes driving AI-assisted testing and anomaly detection. | — | 0 |
| Software Engineering Manager Caterpillar is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager (Software) to lead cross-functional software delivery teams building and evolving their MineStar products. The role involves leading, coaching, and developing engineers, owning delivery outcomes, embedding a culture of quality, and driving technical strategy. The focus is on delivering measurable customer outcomes for industrial technology solutions. | — | 0 |
| Engineering Manager - Light Fabrications Engineering Manager for Light Fabrications at Caterpillar, focusing on New Product Introduction (NPI) and Continuous Product Improvement (CPI). The role involves leading a team through the entire design lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring product quality, cost, and reliability targets are met. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and progressive experience in product development and leadership. | — | 0 |
| Analista de Materiales The role is responsible for analyzing data and collecting information related to the planning and scheduling of shipments, ensuring correct scheduling and adequate information to meet shipments of main products to customers. Responsibilities include scheduling shipments, running reports, inventory control, shipment arrangement, rejection follow-up, recycling/waste scheduling, production floor follow-up, and personnel management. Requires precision, attention to detail, and adaptability. | — | 0 |
| Senior Consultant - Safety Culture & Leadership Development Caterpillar is seeking a Senior Consultant to join their Safety Services team. This role focuses on transforming safety culture within organizations by strengthening mindset, system, leadership, and ownership. Responsibilities include leading consulting engagements, developing strategic roadmaps, coaching leaders, and guiding improvement teams. The role requires extensive travel and emphasizes strong consulting, collaboration, customer focus, and communication skills, with experience in safety management, SIF prevention, continuous improvement, and change management being critical. | — | 0 |
| Senior Technology Product Marketing Consultant This role focuses on enabling connectivity solutions for non-Caterpillar manufactured equipment in rental fleets. It involves coordinating hardware installation, ensuring compatibility with internal technology teams, developing rollout plans, troubleshooting issues, and driving adoption of connectivity standards among vendors. The position also ensures readiness for fleet onboarding into rental systems and supports the integration of telematics data into rental platforms and customer-facing tools. It requires building scalable processes for deployment and lifecycle management, and acting as a liaison between vendors, internal teams, and operations. | — | 0 |
| Iron Technician I This role involves the assembly and testing of mechanical components, specifically flow control products, within an industrial setting. Responsibilities include assisting in disassembly, cleaning, stripping, inspecting, preparing for inspections, and assembling these products. The role also includes training in NDT and manifold rebuilds, using specific shop systems, inventory management, and tool maintenance. It requires minimal related experience and offers a pay range of $23.00 - $30.75 per hour. | — | 0 |