Autonomy Engineering Specialist

Career Area:

Engineering

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here - we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Caterpillar's Earthmoving Division (EMD) is hiring an Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning Engineer (internally known as Autonomy Engineering Specialist) with expertise in implementing machine learning algorithms on a machine. In this role you will work on the exciting and technically challenging New Technology team with focus on earthmoving products. This team is responsible for developing and demonstrating new technologies in areas of telematics, safety, productivity, remote control, semi-autonomous, and fully autonomous machine control systems. Lead the AI development on machine providing a differentiated product value to our customers globally.

What You'll Do (Job Duties)

• Creating and pulling together EMD specific Machine Learning (ML) algorithms to solve critical customer and dealer needs.
• Integrating ML software on AI compute hardware and communicating with machine ECM's as necessary to control I/O
• Lead early testing and implementation of EMD concept AI solutions
• Support EMD specific Cat AI Assistant Development. This would include developing product specific software and testing corporate solutions.
• AI expert to represent EMD for corporate AI strategy and execution
• Coach and educate EMD New Technology team on AI solutions to improve efficiency of team

What You Have (Core Skills)

• Degree Requirement: Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• Artificial Intelligence: Knowledge of the concepts, technologies and methodologies of artificial intelligence (AI); ability to develop, implement and/or apply artificial intelligence products and services in specific industry domain to achieve business goals.
• Software Product Design/Architecture: Knowledge of software design; and ability to convert market requirements into software solutions.
• Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication and ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to see "big picture" and translate that into actionable tasks to strategically deliver solution.
• Communicating Complex Concepts: Ability to use summarization and simplification techniques to explain complex technical concepts in simple, clear language and visuals targeted to audience.
• Managing Multiple Priorities: Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects using effective judgement to prioritize and allocate time.

Top Candidates Will Also Have

• Ability to implement ML algorithms (Computer Vision, Large Language Models) on a machine
• Familiarity with existing open-source frameworks and models
• Experience training AI models with large data sets
• Experience writing code with Python
• Familiarity with standard software engineering practices (architecture, software versioning)
• Experience with NVidia processors (Debugging, Optimizing, Profiling, I/O)
• Experience in Construction or Automotive domains

Additional Details

• Work location: IL-Peoria (Building AB or PPG)
• Requires five days a week in office
• Domestic relocation assistance IS available for this role
• Visa sponsorship IS available for this role.
• Travel: Up to 10% domestic and international

Summary Pay Range:

$128,470.00 - $208,770.00

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:

May 29, 2026 - June 14, 2026

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

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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