Caterpillar, Inc

Senior Simulation Engineer

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

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Robotics, Machine Learning, or related field.
  • 3+ years of Python experience; C++ experience strongly preferred.
  • 2+ years in software development related to simulation, robotics, game engines, or autonomous systems.
  • Experience with multi-threaded and networked systems requiring deterministic behavior.
  • Experience running containerized workloads in cloud environments such as Docker or AWS.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and validate cross-functional simulation workflows.
  • Write scalable and well-documented Python and C++ code.
  • Create tooling for scenario-based simulation workflows and automation testing.
  • Enhance NVIDIA Omniverse pipelines including USD workflows.
  • Integrate robotic behaviors and sensor data into the simulation platform.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Paid time off (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)
  • 401(k) savings plans
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Career Development
  • Disability benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
Full Job Description
Career Area:
Technology, Digital and Data

Job Description:

Role Definition

The Simulation Engineer builds the simulation engine behind Caterpillar's autonomous construction machines, developing the framework, simulation components orchestration and scalability enablement to support scenario-driven, high-fidelity machine, jobsite, and sensor simulations at scale in NVIDIA Omniverse to evaluate and improve autonomous systems.

The engineer will leverage NVIDIA Omniverse, modern C++/Python, and game engine principles to build the platform that will support the integration of robotic behaviors, autonomy systems, and sensor data into immersive visualization platforms.

Responsibilities

Cross-Functional Simulation Workflow Development: Work across autonomy, controls, and field engineering teams to develop and validate simulation workflows.

Scalable Software Development: Write maintainable, scalable, and well-tested code in Python and C++ with clean, well-documented interfaces.

Scenario-Based Simulation Tooling: Create tooling for scenario-based simulation workflows, including scenario authoring, test automation, and validation plans against real-world data.

NVIDIA Omniverse Pipeline Development: Work in NVIDIA Omniverse, including USD workflows, Omniverse Kit/Code, PhysX, and Omniverse-based pipeline development.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Robotics, Machine Learning, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of Python experience; C++ experience strongly preferred.
  • 2+ years of software development experience in a relevant domain such as simulation, robotics, game engines, distributed systems, or autonomous systems.
  • Experience building multi-threaded and multi-process networked systems that require deterministic behavior and reliable message delivery, including ordering, retries, and error detection.
  • Experience running containerized workloads in cloud environments, including job orchestration, CI integration, and data I/O with object storage such as Docker, AWS Batch, and S3.
  • Capable of writing clear, concise documentation that accurately captures system design.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Exposure to ROS / ROS2 or similar robotics middleware.
  • Familiarity with machine kinematics, vehicle dynamics, or drivetrain modeling.
  • Familiarity with sensors or sensor simulation models such as camera, GPS, LiDAR, RADAR, and IMU.
  • Experience with simulation environments or game engines such as Nvidia Omniverse, CARLA, Unity, Unreal Engine, or Applied Intuition.
  • Knowledge of digital twin or engineering simulation platforms such as MATLAB/Simulink, Siemens NX/Teamcenter/Plant Simulation, Dassault 3DEXPERIENCE, Ansys Twin Builder, or similar.


Additional Details:
  • This position requires the candidate to work full-time at the Irving, TX office (Dallas)
  • Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position.
  • Visa sponsorship is available with this position.


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 available for eligible applicants.

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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