Caterpillar, Inc

QA Automation Engineer

Caterpillar, Inc$97K — $158K *
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in software testing or related field
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Knowledge of software development life cycle methodologies
  • Understanding of software testing strategies and system testing
  • Familiarity with coding for applications and automation tools
  • Relevant qualification in Software Testing, Engineering, or Computer Science
  • Preferred experience in Civil Engineering or Civil Construction industries

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement software programming applications using agile methods
  • Gather and analyze client requirements to optimize workflows
  • Develop new application source code and enhance existing code
  • Utilize automated testing tools for product verification and maintenance
  • Collaborate effectively with internal product teams and external partners

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)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Career Development opportunities
  • Incentive bonus
  • Life Insurance and Disability benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement
Full Job Description
Career Area:
Technology, Digital and Data

Job Description:

The Software Test Engineer will be part of an international team providing internal verification and validation (V&V) for CTCT products. This position networks closely with CTCT internal product/project teams, as well as Caterpillar and Trimble product teams, to provide high-quality products to the earthmoving, paving, and mining industries. This hands-on role will leverage the experiences and training gained from previous verification and validation positions.

What You Will Do:

  • Designing, modifying, developing, writing and implementing software programming applications for target system using agile methods.


  • Acquiring client requirements; resolving workflow problems through automation optimization.


  • Writing source codes for new applications, and/or generating and enhancing code samples for existing applications.


  • Utilizing automated testing tools to perform the testing and maintenance.


What you will have:

  • 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.


  • Software Development: Knowledge of software development tools and activities; ability to produce software products or systems in line with product requirements.


  • Software Development Life Cycle: Knowledge of software development life cycle; ability to use a structured methodology for delivering and managing new or enhanced software products to the marketplace.


  • Software Product Technical Knowledge: Knowledge of technical aspects of a software products; ability to design, configure and integrate technical aspects of software products.


  • Software Product Testing: Knowledge of software product testing; ability to design, plan, and execute testing strategies and tactics to ensure software product quality and adherence to stated requirements.


  • 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.


Consideration for top candidates:

  • Experience creating test automation


  • A strong understanding of the software development process and an eagerness to learn new technologies


  • Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and an analytical approach


  • Knowledge of Civil Engineering or the Civil Construction industry (preferred).


  • Effective and proactive communication of complex technical issues (verbal and written)


  • A relevant qualification or equivalent experience in a technical field (Software Testing, Engineering, Computer Science, etc.)


Additional Details:

  • This position requires the candidate to work full-time at the Mossville, IL or Peoria, IL office.


  • Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position.


  • Visa sponsorship is NOT available with this position.


  • This position will require up to 10% travel


Summary Pay Range:

$97,530.00 - $158,480.00

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

Posting Dates:

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

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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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