Caterpillar, Inc

Manager Software and Simulation

Caterpillar, Inc$172K — $258K *
Technical Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of management experience in robotics, simulation or software, preferably startups.
  • 8+ years in simulation, robotics or autonomy with experience in Omniverse-based digital twins.
  • Strong background in construction and mining automation and robotics is preferred.
  • Deep knowledge of statistical and neural network simulations.
  • Experience in establishing new organizations is essential.
  • Familiarity with simulation architecture, model governance, and real-time data integration.
  • Excellent communication skills to distill technical concepts into actionable insights.

Responsibilities

  • Establish and develop a high-performing team of simulation, software, and visualization engineers.
  • Collaborate to integrate statistical and neural network capabilities into automation solutions.
  • Define long-term vision for robotics simulation and corresponding platforms.
  • Create a multi-year roadmap for simulation and digital twin technology.
  • Translate business and autonomy needs into effective simulation solutions.
  • Identify future technologies and capabilities for enhanced robotics applications.
  • Consolidate and optimize existing simulation assets into a unified digital ecosystem.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Paid time off including vacation, holidays, and volunteer days
  • 401(k) savings plans
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) options
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Career Development opportunities
  • Incentive bonuses
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Parental leave and adoption benefits
Full Job Description
Career Area:
Technology, Digital and Data

Job Description:

What You Will Do:

This role is a senior leader role which will establish a team in partnership with their peers to develop and implement simulations and digital twins supporting automation and robotics. They will be responsible for a futuristic roadmap. They will also lead the charge on neural network-based simulations.

What You Will Have:

  • Hire and develop a team of simulation, software and rendering/visualization engineers focused on VLA based robotics.


  • Work with management to bring skills related to statistical and neural network-based simulation to Caterpillar.


  • Work with peers and management to define the long-term vision, for robotics simulation and allied platform.


  • Partner with leadership and peers to establish a multi-year simulation and digital twin roadmap, supporting automation and robotics.


  • Translate business and autonomy requirements into simulation solutions. Identifying where simulations and digital twins can support robotics.


  • Determine the technologies, and simulation capabilities for the future of robotics.


  • Work closely with engineering, autonomy, controls, software, product teams, and enterprise data groups to ensure simulation solutions meet business outcomes and integrate seamlessly with existing systems.


  • Assess current simulation assets across Caterpillar and define the strategy to integrate, extend, or consolidate them into a cohesive digital ecosystem supporting robotics.


Top Candidates Will Have:

  • 10+ year management experience in robotics and/or simulation and/or software. Start-up preferred.


  • 8+ years in simulation, robotics or autonomy-with direct experience deploying Omniverse-based digital twins strongly preferred.


  • A solid background in construction, mining automation and robotics will be preferred.


  • Very strong background in statistical and neural network simulation.


  • Track record in establishing new organizations.


  • Deep understanding of simulation architecture, robotics, model governance, verification/validation practices, and integration of simulations with real-time data sources.


  • Proven ability to work with senior management to establish vision, strategy, and multi-year roadmaps.


  • Excellent communication skills for translating complex technical concepts into actionable business insights.


  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, Mathematics or related discipline (Master's or PhD preferred).


Additional Information:

  • Relo assistance will be provided


  • Sponsorship will not be provided


  • Onsite work model, 5 days per week required


  • Up to 15% travel may be required


Summary Pay Range:

$172,630.00 - $258,950.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
  • Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
  • 401(k) savings plans*
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)*
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
  • Health Lifestyle Programs*
  • Employee Assistance Program*
  • Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
  • Career Development*
  • Incentive bonus*
  • Disability benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Adoption benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement


* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

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Size
107,700 employees
Market Cap
$125.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.9 billion
Founded
1925
5 Year Trend
+5.8%
Revenue
$41.7 billion
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