Caterpillar, Inc

Python Developer/AI & Analytics Engineer

Caterpillar, Inc$89K — $144K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Analytics, or related field, or equivalent experience
  • Proficiency in Python programming
  • Experience with AI-based solutions or intelligent agents
  • Hands-on experience with Power BI
  • Working knowledge of SQL and relational databases
  • Ability to translate business needs into practical technical solutions

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain Python applications for automation and analytics
  • Build and deploy AI agents for task automation and decision support
  • Integrate AI solutions with internal tools, APIs, and data sources
  • Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards and reports
  • Prepare, transform, and model data for analytics and reporting
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver solutions
  • Troubleshoot, test, and improve existing systems

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)
  • 401(k) savings plans
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Career Development
  • Incentive bonus
  • Disability benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
Full Job Description
Career Area:
Technology, Digital and Data

Job Description:

Role Definition

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Python Developer with expertise in AI agents and Power BI to support advanced analytics, automation, and intelligent decision-support initiatives. This role focuses on developing Python-based solutions, building and deploying AI-driven agents, and delivering high-impact data visualizations that enable data-driven decision-making across the organization.

The Python Developer / AI & Analytics Engineer will design, develop, and maintain Python applications that support AI agent workflows, data processing, and analytics reporting. This role partners closely with engineering, analytics, and business stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable technical solutions.

What you will do
  • Design, develop, and maintain Python applications for automation, analytics, and system integration
  • Build and deploy AI agents to support task automation and decision support
  • Integrate AI solutions with internal tools, APIs, and data sources
  • Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards and reports
  • Prepare, transform, and model data for analytics and reporting
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver solutions
  • Document code, data models, and system designs
  • Troubleshoot, test, and improve existing systems


Degree Requirement
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Analytics, or related field, or equivalent experience required.


What you must have
  • Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
  • Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
  • Teamwork: Knowledge of the necessity and value of teamwork; experience with; ability to work cooperatively towards shared goals and being supportive of others at all levels.
  • Technical Excellence: Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.
  • Software Development: Knowledge of software development tools and activities; ability to produce software products or systems in line with product requirements.
  • Requirements Analysis: Knowledge of tools, methods, and techniques of requirement analysis; ability to elicit, analyze and record required business functionality and non-functionality requirements to ensure the success of a system or software development project.
  • System Testing: Knowledge of system and software testing; ability to design, plan and execute system testing strategies and tactics to ensure the quality of software at all stages of the system life cycle.
  • Technical Troubleshooting: Knowledge of technical troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, recognize, and resolve technical issues on hardware, software, application or operation.


Top candidates will also have
  • Proficiency in Python programming
  • Experience with AI-based solutions or intelligent agents
  • Hands-on experience with Power BI
  • Working knowledge of SQL and relational databases
  • Experience building LLM-based or autonomous AI agents
  • Advanced Power BI skills including DAX and performance optimization
  • Experience integrating Python data pipelines with BI tools
  • Exposure to cloud platforms and scalable data architectures
  • Ability to translate business needs into practical technical solutions


Additional Information
  • This position will close at 11:59 p.m. on 07/15/2026.
  • This position will be located onsite 5 days a week in East Peoria, IL (Building KK).
  • Relocation assistance is available for this position.
  • Sponsorship is NOT available for this position.
  • This position may require less than 10% travel.


Final details

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Summary Pay Range:

$89,210.00 - $144,960.00

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:
July 1, 2026 - July 15, 2026

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

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About Caterpillar, Inc

Progress Rail Services Corporation, a Caterpillar company, is one of the largest integrated and diversified suppliers of railroad and transit system products and services worldwide. Since its acquisition by Caterpillar Inc. in 2006, Progress Rail has used the Caterpillar international footprint to gain quick and widespread notice and approval across the globe. Product technology, reliability and durability, along with legendary aftermarket parts and service support, have been their keys to success. Caterpillar is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines and industrial gas turbines. The technology and world reach of Caterpillar, combined with the service standard and historical reliability of Progress Rail, ensures their products and services make a growing impact on the world rail industry. With their acquisition of Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD), Progress Rail is the world's largest builder of diesel-electric locomotives for all commercial railroad applications including freight, intercity passenger, commuter, switching, industrial and mining. EMD is also a global provider of diesel power engines for marine propulsion, offshore and land based oil well drilling rigs and stationary power generation. Electro-Motive is the only diesel engine manufacturer of its size to have produced more than 70,000 engines. This success stems from product reliability, serviceability, load acceptance capability, low operating costs and ease of maintenance with standardized components.

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Learn more about Caterpillar, Inc
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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