Caterpillar, Inc

Senior Autonomy Systems Engineer

Caterpillar, Inc$112K — $183K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
  • Experience in product development with a focus on systems engineering for software and hardware
  • Familiarity with centralized control system architectures, especially in mining or construction
  • Background in systems integration and validation for engineering product development
  • Knowledge of autonomous systems, particularly Cat Command systems
  • Experience with mobile equipment such as Wheel Loaders and Excavators

Responsibilities

  • Apply new autonomous system solutions on semi or fully autonomous systems
  • Decompose customer requirements into system-level requirements
  • Collaborate with Machine System teams to deliver autonomous machine features
  • Integrate and validate solutions for Surface Loading machines
  • Act as a subject matter expert for Surface Loading Machine Autonomous Solutions
  • Communicate technical risks and system readiness to stakeholders

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Paid time off (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer)
  • 401(k) savings plan
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Career Development opportunities
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Incentive bonuses
  • Parental and adoption leave
  • Life Insurance and disability benefits
Full Job Description
Career Area:
Engineering

Job Description:

As an Senior Autonomy Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for helping to define the requirements and architecture for bringing an autonomous machine system together. The role will primarily focus on developing the system integration requirements for multiple systems within an autonomous machine within the Loading, Dozing & Compaction Application Team. These systems can include many different types of onboard electronic systems, as well as process and people interactions. The incumbent needs to be very detail oriented and work well with and through others. They will also need to be capable of making and communicating good decisions around the trade-offs between time, resources, and quality.

What You Will Do:
  • Applying new autonomous system solutions and technologies on a semi or full autonomous system
  • Decomposition of Customer requirements into (L6) system level requirements
  • Work closely with Machine System teams (L6) to determine the best way to deliver on machine autonomous features. Ensure clear documentation and traceability.
  • Integration and validation 1A Solutions on Surface Loading machines
  • Serve as a subject matter expert for Surface Loading Machine Autonomous Solutions
  • Communicates system readiness and technical risk to stakeholders


What You Have:
  • Communicating Complex Concepts:
    • Work with a global team to communicate the Why's and develop the How's of agreed features.
    • Clearly document the details for the system and ensure understanding and compliance with each subsystem team.
    • Communicate designs and tradeoffs with stakeholders at multiple levels.
  • Technical Excellence:
    • Proven ability to work on production products through design, implementation, customer rollout, and support.
    • Ability to decompose complex customer requirements into achievable technical requirements for the systems that make up the product.
    • Knowledge and experience with Autonomous Systems, preferably a Cat Command system
  • Influencing Through Expertise:
    • Strong working knowledge of the Caterpillar Command ecosystem in mining or construction, or other centralized control system architectures which can be drawn upon for design proposals and decisions.
    • Constantly staying abreast of advancements in the Autonomy and mining industries.
    • Provides evidentiary support while giving opinions or recommendations to influence decision making.
    • Conducts tasks in such a way as to build a strong reputation and credibility as an expert in the field.
  • Effective Communications:
    • Effectively communicates ideas and design tradeoffs to team members and stakeholders
    • Willing to spend the time to document designs, requirements, and success criteria to assure team member alignment
    • Clearly explains project goals to team members, keeps leadership informed of progress, and shares relevant updates with external partners
    • Uses data-driven arguments, active listening, and tailored messaging to persuade stakeholders and achieve consensus.


Consideration for Top Candidates:
  • A Bachelor's degree in an accredited Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
  • Proven experience as a Systems Engineer supporting product development teams focusing on software and hardware development
  • Prior experience collaborating with systems integration and validation teams for engineering product development
  • Experience in Construction or Mining industry
  • Knowledge and experience with Wheel Loaders, Excavators, Hydraulic Mining Shovels or Tracked Loaders preferred


Additional Information:
  • This position requires the candidate to work full-time at the Mossville, IL or Dallas, TX 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
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Summary Pay Range:

$112,710.00 - $183,140.00

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:
June 5, 2026 - June 7, 2026

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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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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