Software Engineering Intern: Grade Control & Automation

JobSpace; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Caterpillar CTCT division seeks a Software Engineering Intern to contribute to the Grade Control and Automation product with an embedded C++ platform and Android/Angular interfaces.

You will join a collaborative software team, participate in development cycles, testing, issue reporting, and process improvements while aligning with customer workflows. Availability aligned with November 2026–February 2027.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a relevant tertiary qualification in computer science, engineering, maths, mechatronics, or equivalent.
• OOP experience with Java or C++ and familiarity with Python.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Agile mindset and ability to work well in a team.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to take ownership of assignments and learn quickly.
• Available 16 November 2026 to 12 February 2027.
• Holiday shutdown 18 December 2026 to 5 January 2027.

Responsibilities

• Be involved in the development cycles of software.
• Complete component and systems testing.
• Reporting of issues.
• Highlight areas of improvement.
• Understand customer needs and workflows and provide feedback to the team.
• Other duties directed by Management as required.

Skills

OOP experience (Java/C++)

Python

Attention to detail

Agile

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Ownership

Emerging technology

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification (CS/Engineering/Math/Mechatronics)

Job description

Caterpillar CTCT division seeks a Software Engineering Intern to contribute to the Grade Control and Automation product with an embedded C++ platform and Android/Angular interfaces.

You will join a collaborative software team, participate in development cycles, testing, issue reporting, and process improvements while aligning with customer workflows. Availability aligned with November 2026–February 2027.