Autonomy Engineer

Caterpillar Brazil; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 98,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) savings plans

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Irving, Texas, seeks an Autonomy Engineer to advance autonomous mining truck capabilities from concept to production. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, document designs, and drive effective prioritization. A strong math/engineering foundation and robotics experience are preferred; relocation is available, visa sponsorship is not.

The role is full-time, onsite, with competitive salary and benefits, and requires working at the Dallas–area office five days a week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or CS; strong foundation in math and engineering fundamentals.
• Experience in autonomy, robotics, or related industries preferred.
• Ability to translate customer needs into design and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement autonomous machine capabilities from requirements to production.
• 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.

Skills

Autonomy/Robotics

Product design

Project management

Communication skills

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelors degree in Engineering or Computer Science

Job description

## Autonomy EngineerApply: Irving, Texas: Full time: Posted Today: R0000390672**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.**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.* #LI### ### **Summary Pay Range:**$97,530.00 - $158,480.00Compensation 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.