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).
| Title | Stage | AI score |
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| Lagerist (m/w/d) Warehouse worker responsible for receiving, inspecting, storing, and picking parts and materials for the production of large Caterpillar engines. | — | 0 |
| Assembly and Test Specialist - Part-Time Weekends - Supplemental This role involves performing routine assembly and testing of components like Fuel Injectors and Fuel Pumps in a manufacturing environment. It requires using hand and pneumatic tools, operating test machines, and disassembling/reassembling complex components. A minimum of 6 months of manufacturing or engine maintenance experience is needed, along with the ability to follow instructions and a commitment to safety. | — | 0 |
| Logistics Engineer (Automation) Logistics Engineer focused on researching, developing, and implementing automation solutions, primarily for autonomous vehicles, but also supporting storage automation and robotics within Caterpillar's Product Support and Logistics Division. |
| 0 |
| Early Career Welder - Decatur, IL This is an early career welder position at Caterpillar, focusing on learning and performing manual and robotic welding operations. The role involves building on existing training to operate welding equipment, follow procedures, and potentially work with cranes. It requires passing welder qualification tests and certifications, with opportunities for pay increases based on experience. | — | 0 |
| Hose Assembler - 2nd Shift This role is for a Hose Assembler on the 2nd shift at Caterpillar's Menominee, Michigan facility. Responsibilities include identifying tooling, following procedures, performing assembly and sub-assembly, maintaining records, inspecting work for quality, performing machine set-up and preventative maintenance, and training other operators on work tasks and safety procedures. The role requires basic blueprint reading and previous use of precision measuring equipment, with strong communication and organizational skills, SAP experience, and intermediate computer proficiency being preferred. | — | 0 |
| Experienced Welder - Decatur, IL Experienced Welder role at Caterpillar, focusing on operating and adjusting manual and robotic welding machines. Requires 3+ years of welding experience and the ability to pass qualification tests. The role involves performing welding operations, carbon arc cutting, and sanding, with a pay rate up to $30.32/hour. | — | 0 |
| Hose Assembler - Weekend Shift This role is for a Hose Assembler at Caterpillar, focusing on manufacturing and assembly processes. Responsibilities include identifying tooling, performing assembly, maintaining quality standards, operating machinery, and training new personnel. The role requires basic blueprint reading and precision measuring equipment use, with preferred experience in SAP and computer proficiency. It is a hands-on, industrial role with no AI/ML component. | — | 0 |
| Material Handling Specialist This role is for a Material Handler - Shipper at a Caterpillar Manufacturing Facility. The primary responsibilities include safely receiving, staging, transporting, and delivering materials to support production flow and shipping schedules. This involves operating material handling equipment like forklifts, performing shipping/receiving activities, executing inventory transactions, and maintaining organized work areas. The role requires experience in forklift operation, warehouse operations, shipping, and loading/unloading trucks. | — | 0 |
| Werksstudent (m/w/d) im Bereich BOP Controls Development Student role focused on evaluating and integrating static code analysis tools (SonarQube) to improve software quality within the BOP Controls Development team at Caterpillar. The role involves comparing different analysis tools, refining rules, and improving integration into the development process. | — | 0 |
| Machine Operator - 2nd and 3rd Shifts Operate, set up, and adjust automatic lathes or numerically controlled drilling and boring machines to perform various machining operations on miscellaneous parts. | — | 0 |
| Career Foundations/ Material Handler Caterpillar is seeking Material Handlers for their York Distribution Center. This role involves supporting customers by managing parts from distribution centers, including sorting, building protective carriers, and operating equipment like reach trucks and cherry pickers. The position is ideal for individuals building foundational warehouse skills, typically within their first 24 months of their career. Responsibilities include safe material handling, using scanners, operating various equipment, building shipping containers, and performing housekeeping duties. | — | 0 |
| Field Service Technician Entry-level Field Service Technician I at Caterpillar's SPM Oil & Gas division, responsible for delivering, installing, troubleshooting, testing, and repairing pressure control equipment on customer locations. This role involves routine tasks under close supervision and requires a strong emphasis on safety, integrity, and customer service. | — | 0 |
| Welder I This role is for a Welder I at Caterpillar, focusing on hand welding and utilizing robotic welding technology to build machine attachments. It requires welding experience or certification and emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork in a manufacturing environment. | — | 0 |
| Performance / Simulation / Application Engineer Performance / Simulation / Application Engineer at Caterpillar to develop and validate cooling systems for machines and power systems using analytical techniques, 1D simulation tools, and CFD analysis. The role involves collaborating with design and validation teams, performing CFD analysis of cooling components and systems, and providing simulation support for electrification projects and diesel-powered applications. Responsibilities include system sizing, component selection, virtual design and validation, and correlating analysis models with test data. | — | 0 |
| Production Manager Production Manager role at Caterpillar, focusing on overseeing and coordinating a complex production line to ensure safety, high quality, and on-time manufacturing. Responsibilities include leading daily execution, resolving production issues, reinforcing operating procedures, developing teams, and strengthening a culture of continuous improvement. Requires strong problem-solving, data analysis, performance management, and communication skills. Experience in manufacturing environments and Lean/Six Sigma principles is preferred. | — | 0 |
| Sr. Engineer - Test/Validation This role focuses on enhancing development processes, tooling, and machinery for product quality and manufacturing readiness in an industrial setting. It involves recommending and implementing new technologies like automation and robotics, planning testing procedures, monitoring machine capabilities, and providing technical solutions. The role also includes leading SFMEA, PFMEA, and RCCA processes, providing manufacturing technical support, and collaborating with various teams to address concerns and drive operational improvements. | — | 0 |
| Supply Chain Planning Engineer Supply Chain Planning Engineer role focused on optimizing supply chain performance, balancing supply and demand, managing inventory, and improving order-to-delivery times. Responsibilities include data analysis for material flow optimization, process management, and supporting new product introductions within the EAME region. | — | 0 |
| Design Engineer Design Engineer at Caterpillar in Wuxi, Jiangsu, focusing on product design applications, concept creation, and leading complex engineering projects. Responsibilities include feasibility studies, design analysis, computer simulation, coordinating product tests, resolving design and manufacturing problems, and staying updated on technological advancements. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Engine/Automobile engineering with over 5 years of experience and knowledge of engine product development methodologies. | — | 0 |
| Material Handler Material Handler role at Caterpillar in Tianjin, responsible for receiving, storing, distributing, and shipping materials according to established processes. Focuses on safety, compliance, 5S standards, quality control, inventory accuracy, and efficiency improvements within the warehouse operations. Requires 3+ years of warehouse management experience in a mechanical/electrical/electronic industry, forklift operation skills, and familiarity with SAP. | — | 0 |
| HR Intern HR Intern role at Caterpillar focusing on coordinating employee events, managing welfare distribution, assisting with administrative tasks, collecting and archiving personnel materials, and organizing HR-related data. Requires strong communication, attention to detail, and proficiency in basic software. Experience with data processing tools like Power Apps and Power Automate is a plus. | — | 0 |
| Quality Inspector V 高级质量专员-无损检测 This role is for a Quality Inspector V specializing in Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) at Caterpillar's Wuxi, Jiangsu facility. The primary responsibilities include establishing and executing NDT inspection processes for critical components to identify defects, ensure product quality, and support new product introduction. The role requires familiarity with NDT methods, mechanical drawings, quality standards, and measurement tools, with 2-5 years of manufacturing inspection experience preferred. Experience with NDT certifications and specific component types is a plus. | — | 0 |
| Quality Inspector V 高级质量专员-过程质量 Quality Inspector role at Caterpillar focused on process quality control, data collection, analysis, and problem-solving in a manufacturing environment. Requires familiarity with quality standards (ISO9001/TS16949) and basic quality tools (5Why, Fishbone, SPC). | — | 0 |
| Administrative Assistant Administrative Assistant role at Caterpillar, supporting business services, customer service, and marketing campaigns. Responsibilities include managing correspondence, organizing meetings and travel, document verification, data entry, and general administrative support. | — | 0 |
| Project Pipe Welder B - 1st/2nd Shift This role involves performing manual finish welding operations on carbon and stainless steel in all positions, following documented procedures, and using various tools for material handling. It requires a minimum of 6 months of experience in a production environment and the ability to pass welder qualification tests. | — | 0 |
| Part Time Assembler - All Shifts Available This role is for a Part Time Assembler at Caterpillar, responsible for performing assembly processes using various machines and hand tools to create finished coupling assemblies. Duties include identifying tooling, following procedures, moving materials, performing assembly and sub-assembly, inspecting parts, maintaining records, and ensuring quality standards are met. The role also involves training other operators, performing preventative maintenance, meeting production requirements, and working safely. Basic qualifications include blueprint reading and use of precision measuring equipment, with top candidates having strong communication, organizational skills, SAP experience, and computer proficiency. | — | 0 |
| Demand Plan & Orders Scheduling Analyst This role is responsible for demand forecasting, order scheduling, and managing new product introduction (NPI) within the supply chain. It involves handling customer orders, participating in the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process, and supporting digitalization projects using tools like PowerBI, Power Automate, and Power Apps. The position requires strong analytical skills, experience in supply chain, and knowledge of SAP. | — | 0 |
| Battery Performance Engineer Caterpillar is seeking a Battery Performance Engineer to lead the development of a comprehensive performance evaluation system for battery packs in construction machinery. This role involves building testing platforms, analyzing data, resolving critical performance issues, optimizing battery pack components, and providing technical guidance to a team. The position requires extensive experience in battery system development, systematic evaluation, and optimization, with a focus on addressing challenges specific to construction machinery environments. | — | 0 |
| Battery System Engineer This role focuses on in-depth analysis of competitor battery pack solutions in various vehicle sectors, identifying technical advantages, and providing recommendations for R&D innovation. It involves establishing tracking databases, leading benchmark testing, participating in battery pack system planning and design, and providing technical support throughout the development process. The goal is to drive iterative upgrades, cost reduction, and enhanced reliability of the company's battery solutions. | — | 0 |
| MineStar Performance Engineer This role focuses on optimizing the performance of Caterpillar's MineStar Fleet and Command for Hauling applications in mining operations. The engineer will partner with customers and internal teams to drive improvements using data, assessments, and performance tools, acting as a subject matter expert in mining technology and continuous improvement. | — | 0 |
| 2026校园招聘-供应链规划工程师 This role focuses on supply chain planning and optimization within an industrial manufacturing setting (Caterpillar). The primary responsibilities include inventory reduction, improving order-to-delivery cycles, and implementing lean logistics solutions. While data analysis and modeling are involved, and AI/programming skills are a plus, the core function is not AI/ML development but rather supply chain engineering and process improvement. | — | 0 |
| Material Handling -2nd Shift This role is for a Material Handler on the 2nd shift at Caterpillar, responsible for safely and efficiently picking, kitting, receiving, putting away, and preparing materials and machines in a production environment. The job involves accurate documentation of material movement, operating various material handling equipment, and ensuring timely delivery of parts. It requires basic computer skills and some experience in logistics or warehousing. | — | 0 |
| Hose Assembler - 1st Shift This role is for a Hose Assembler at Caterpillar, focusing on manufacturing and assembly processes. Responsibilities include identifying tooling, performing assembly, inspecting work for quality, maintaining records, and training new operators. The role requires basic blueprint reading and use of precision measuring equipment, with preferred experience in SAP and manufacturing. | — | 0 |
| Flex Assembler - Make Your Own Schedule This role is for a Flex Assembler at Caterpillar, responsible for inspecting parts, applying caps, hand packing, and operating an auto bagging machine. It requires basic qualifications of previous employment or volunteer experience and offers flexible scheduling with a starting pay rate of $18.60/hour. | — | 0 |
| 工程实习生（测试/产品开发方向） Internship role at Caterpillar (Qingzhou) focusing on machine testing and product development (mechanical/electrical/electrification). Requires students in related majors including AI, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, etc., with strong technical knowledge, analytical skills, and communication abilities. Offers internship experience at a Fortune 500 company, competitive pay, and training. | — | 0 |
| CNC Machinist I - Hadady, LLC This role is for a CNC Machine Operator at Hadady, LLC, a subsidiary of Caterpillar. The operator will be responsible for operating CNC machinery, performing basic maintenance, measuring workpieces, and ensuring quality and production standards are met. The role requires experience in machine operation, preferably in metal cutting or fabrication, and the ability to read blueprints and use measuring tools. | — | 0 |
| Embedded SW Sr. Engineer Seeking an Embedded SW Sr. Engineer to design, develop, and test embedded software features for Caterpillar machines. Responsibilities include creating documentation, troubleshooting issues, developing application software using Embedded C & C++, performing cross-compilation, adhering to coding standards (MISRA-C), developing interface prototypes, gathering requirements, participating in agile methodology, creating design documentation, delivering solutions for ECU platforms supporting AUTOSAR and proprietary protocols, collaborating with stakeholders, developing unit test code, performing bench testing, using debugging tools (Trace 32, CAT ET, CANape, CANalyzer), ensuring software build setup and flashing, analyzing test results, performing acceptance testing, maintaining software versions using CI/CD, integrating features, running automated system tests, automating activities using Vector test tools and CAPL Scripting, porting and cross-compiling existing software, identifying code improvement opportunities, adapting new compiler toolchains, and developing unit test code in line with TDD and ATDD processes. | — | 0 |
| Iron Technician I The Iron Technician I provides assembly and testing of various mechanical components. This role involves processing incoming iron, cleaning, stripping, inspecting, and assembling flow control products. It also includes NDT trainee responsibilities and basic computer system operation for inventory and work monitoring. | — | 0 |
| Electronic Systems Verification & Validation Senior Engineer Senior Engineer focused on verification and validation of electronic systems and components for Caterpillar machinery. Responsibilities include analyzing requirements, designing, testing, and ensuring compatibility of electronic systems, adhering to safety regulations, and documenting test results. Requires experience with HIL systems, testing tools like Azure DevOps and D-Space, automation scripting (Selenium, Robot Framework, Ruby, Cucumber), C/C++ programming, and embedded systems software. | — | 0 |
| Materials Planning Analyst 1 This role is responsible for scheduling, planning, and overseeing material procurement, production, and delivery processes within Caterpillar's supply chain and logistics operations. It involves developing material plans, organizing material flow, generating forecasts, and managing replenishment planning to meet service levels. | — | 0 |
| Maintenance Technician-1 Maintenance Technician role at Caterpillar focused on performing routine maintenance, repairs, and adjustments on production line equipment to ensure optimal operational status. Responsibilities include training operators on basic maintenance, conducting preventative maintenance, analyzing and resolving equipment failures, managing spare parts, and coordinating repair efforts within a specific area. | — | 0 |
| Maintenance Technician-3 This role is for a Maintenance Technician at Caterpillar, responsible for the repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting of industrial equipment on production lines. The job involves performing preventive maintenance, analyzing and fixing equipment failures, and ensuring equipment is operational. It also includes training operators on basic maintenance and adhering to safety and company regulations. | — | 0 |
| Maintenance Technician-2 This role is for a Maintenance Technician at Caterpillar in Tianjin, China. The primary responsibilities include performing preventive and corrective maintenance on production line equipment, troubleshooting and repairing equipment failures, conducting basic maintenance training for operators, and ensuring equipment operates within specified parameters. The role requires a background in mechanical, electrical, or automation engineering, with experience in equipment maintenance and basic professional English. | — | 0 |
| Qualitätsfachkraft - Serienfertigung (m/w/d) Quality Assurance professional for series production at Caterpillar's Mannheim facility, focusing on internal inspections, component testing, documentation, and process optimization within a regulated manufacturing environment. | — | 0 |
| Technical Support Representative Technical Support Representative for Caterpillar's mining products, acting as a liaison between dealers and customers to manage product performance and identify improvement opportunities. | — | 0 |
| Asociado/a de Almacén Warehouse Associate role at Caterpillar, responsible for validating, separating, labeling, moving, storing, and picking materials. Tasks include handling components up to 15kg, operating a cellophane wrapper, consolidating materials, identifying safety and quality improvement opportunities, meeting goals, and completing checklists. The role emphasizes correct material handling and adherence to safety and quality standards. | — | 0 |
| Senior Software Test Engineer Caterpillar is looking for a Senior Software Test Engineer to join their digital and technology arm, Cat Digital. This role involves implementing, problem-solving, and supporting agile software development for Caterpillar's products. Responsibilities include writing and executing test scripts, running manual and automated tests, testing in web and mobile environments, writing bug reports, providing quality assurance, troubleshooting, designing tests to mitigate risk, and utilizing automated testing tools. The position requires knowledge of decision-making, effective communication, software development life cycle, software product technical knowledge, software product testing, and system testing. Top candidates will have experience with automation, Playwright, Bruno, Azure DevOps, FE/BE/API testing, performance testing, and security testing. | — | 0 |
| Quality Inspector III 质量检验员 This role involves inspecting manufactured or purchased parts using precision measurement tools to ensure they meet Caterpillar's specifications and quality requirements. Responsibilities include checking parts before they move to the next process, adhering to standard procedures, and operating measuring equipment. The role requires technical knowledge of mechanical drawings, dimensional tolerances, measurement methods, and quality control systems like ISO9001/TS16949. | — | 0 |
| Manager Distribution Manager Distribution role at Caterpillar, focusing on leading and optimizing distribution center operations. Responsibilities include establishing warehouse processes, managing inventory, improving efficiency, coordinating with other teams, leading personnel, and driving digital warehouse management practices. Requires a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience and skills in accuracy, decision making, communication, performance management, and planning/organizing. | — | 0 |
| NVH Simulation Engineer This role focuses on solving engineering problems related to product noise and vibration using advanced simulation techniques and analysis. The engineer will be responsible for ensuring that noise or vibration analysis meets design requirements, evaluating concepts for future products, and collaborating with design engineers to resolve potential issues. The position requires a Master's degree in a relevant engineering field with a focus on noise or vibration simulation and test, numerical methods, or integrated machine learning & numerical simulation. Familiarity with CAE tools like Abaqus or Nastran is essential. | — | 0 |
| Senior Salesforce Business Analyst This role is for a Senior Salesforce Business Analyst at Caterpillar, focusing on digital product development. While the company mentions leveraging AI capabilities, the core responsibilities of this role revolve around project management, defining business features, product backlog management, and working with Salesforce and Azure DevOps. The role does not involve building or shipping AI models or systems. | — | 0 |