Manufacturing Engineering (12 Month Placement Scheme)

Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation; Skinningrove; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global heavy machinery company is looking for a Data Engineer to work with cutting-edge technologies in a collaborative environment. The role involves designing and maintaining data pipelines using AWS services, Airflow, and Snowflake. Qualified candidates will have extensive experience with ETLs and machine learning operations. The position offers a competitive salary of 3,000+ euros/month and attractive benefits including extra vacation and performance-related incentives.

Benefits

3,000+ euros/month gross

Performance related annual cash incentive

Industry leading Pension plan

5 days of extra vacation

Attractive Life insurance

1 volunteering day

Multisport Card

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with ETLs, AWS SageMaker, Snowflake, Python, and SQL.
• Knowledge of advanced analytics tools and techniques including machine learning operations.
• Experience with ML and CI/CD pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Deploy pre-built data models and business logic into production environments.
• Identify necessary data sources for models, create and maintain ETLs.
• Collaborate with data, business, and data science professionals.

Skills

ETLs (Apache Airflow, or equivalent)

AWS SageMaker

Snowflake

Python

SQL

Machine Learning

CI/CD Pipelines (Azure DevOps, or equivalent)

Education

Formal education in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field

Job description

Career Area: Technology, Digital and Data

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.

Who is CAT Digital? What do we do?

Big machines require big thinking. Are you looking for your next big challenge?

Cat® Digital is the digital and technology arm of Caterpillar Inc., leveraging the latest technologies to build industry leading digital solutions for our customers and dealers. With over one million connected assets worldwide, our teams use data, technology, advanced analytics, telematics, and AI capabilities to help our customers build a better world.

Working with a Fortune 100 leader, you can build your career on a global scale and take advantage of development opportunities with emerging technologies. We’ve created an inclusive environment for you to explore your passions, make an impact and do the work that really matters. Join Us.

Job Opportunity:

We are seeking talented individuals to join our team to help us establish and grow our presence, organization, culture, which will drive our digital product development efforts. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and collaborate with top professionals working on very high impact and visibility products. Don't miss this chance to join and support digital innovation for a global leader in heavy machinery!

What will you do?

As a Data Engineer you will work with AWS services, Airflow, Snowflake, and in-house tools to design, develop and maintain data pipelines and infrastructure. By Joining the Analytics Engineering team, your contributions will drive the next generation of decision making at Caterpillar. You will have the opportunity to grow your skills in a fast-paced environment! Your responsibilities will be:

• Deploy pre-built data models and business logic into production environments
• Identify necessary data sources for models, and create and maintain ETLs to ensure seamless model execution
• Recommend optimal data structures and manipulations based on inputs and desired outputs
• Collaborate with data, business and data science professionals to create business focus solutions
• Support the implementation of the Analytics Engineering roadmap, including the integration of new data sources and the development of advanced analytics capabilities
• Work closely with team members to bring more up-to-date competencies with ML Ops and support their projects

This position works directly with Slovakia-based engineering leadership and Cat Digital IT in Switzerland.

What you have:

• Extensive experience with ETLs (Apache Airflow, or equivalent), AWS SageMaker, Snowflake, Python and SQL.
• Knowledge and experience in practical applications of advanced analytics tools and techniques, including machine learning operations (ML Ops) and data science collaboration.
• Experience with ML and CI/CD Pipelines (Azure DevOps, or equivalent).
• Experience with automated testing frameworks, including regression tests, to ensure model accuracy and reliability
• Knowledge of data structure (JSON, XML, or equivalent.
• Formal education in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
• Machine Learning: Knowledge of principles, technologies and algorithms of machine learning; ability to develop, implement and deliver related systems, products and services.
• Query and Database Access Tools: Knowledge of data management systems; ability to use, support and access facilities for searching, extracting and formatting data for further use.

What we offer:

• 3 000+ euros / month gross
• Performance related annual cash incentive
• Industry leading Pension plan
• 5 days of extra vacation above the legislative requirement
• Attractive Life insurance
• 1 volunteering day
• Multisport Card

Take the chance to apply now for this position at Cat Digital Slovakia branch!

Contract type: Full-time

Place of work: Kosice, Slovakia

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Posting Dates: December 5, 2025 - January 4, 2026

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.