Autonomy Systems Engineer

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. As an 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 #

LI 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. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

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. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community .