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Autonomy Engineer

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Hybrid
Irving, TX
98K-158K Annually
Entry level
Hybrid
Irving, TX
98K-158K Annually
Entry level
Designs and implements autonomous mining truck capabilities from requirements through production. Collaborates with engineering teams and subject matter experts, documents system designs, coordinates development and field validation, estimates project costs and timelines, and troubleshoots system-level issues across development, testing, and production.
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Career Area:
Technology, Digital and Data
Job Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
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Role Definition
Our team is focused on evolving the state of the art and bringing emerging automation & autonomy technology into the harsh production environments found on typical mining and construction jobsites. As an Autonomy Engineer focusing on autonomous mining trucks, you'll collaborate with team members to develop new autonomous truck models and features that provide critical value to our customers. Every day you will work with your team to solve real world problems by selecting the right approach and bringing those solutions to production. We have a fabulous team that does some of the most exciting work at Caterpillar, and we can't wait for you to join the team!
Responsibilities
  • Design and implement autonomous machine capabilities from requirements to production
  • Collaborate within the hauling team, with process partners, and with SMEs to identify and evaluate potential solutions.
  • Document designs and break work down into team deliverables
  • Coordinate delivery of improvements through development, validation, field trials, and into production.
  • Estimate time and cost to enable prioritization and project management.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve system level issues found in development, validation, or production.

What you will have:
  • Technical Excellence: Knowledge of and experience with autonomous or robotics technology and associated application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.
  • Product Design/Architecture: Knowledge of product design; ability to convert customer needs into product design.
  • Managing Multiple Priorities: Knowledge of effective self-management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation.
  • Effective Communications: Understanding and application of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques.
  • Strategic Thinking: Knowledge of the importance of "big picture" thinking and planning

Top candidates will have:
  • Bachelors degree in an accredited Engineering or Computer Science curriculum
  • Strong collaboration and organization skills.
  • Ability to contribute to multiple complex projects, meeting timelines and deliverables
  • Strong foundation in mathematics and engineering fundamentals
  • Development or System Engineering experience in autonomy, robotics, or related industries

Additional Details:
  • This position requires the candidate to work full-time at the Dallas, TX office.
  • Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position.
  • Visa sponsorship is NOT available with this position.
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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
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:
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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