Autonomy & Robotics Engineer: Create Intelligent Machines

Caterpillar Inc.

Mossville (IL)

On-site

USD 89,000 - 145,000

Full time

9 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits
PTO
401(k)
HSA
FSAs
Career development
Incentive bonus
Relocation assistance

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking engineers to help advance autonomous, AI-powered technologies for equipment used around the world. You will contribute to robotics software, AI/ML methods, and HMI integration in real-world heavy machinery.

The role focuses on developing, validating, and deploying autonomous systems, with opportunities for hands-on testing, collaboration, and growth in a global team on onsite locations in Peoria IL or Dallas TX.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Robotics, CS, CE, Data Science, AI Engineering, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechatronics or related field (start date).
  • ABET accreditation preferred.
  • 0-2 years of relevant experience (internships or academic projects are a plus).
  • Minimum GPA 3.0/4.0 (no rounding).
  • Experience with robotics, autonomy, mechatronics, or embedded systems.

Responsibilities

  • Develop autonomous AI-powered technologies for Caterpillar machines.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on robotics software integration.
  • Validate machine behavior using simulation and hardware-in-the-loop testing.
  • Contribute to HMI design, software architecture, and system performance.

Skills

Robotics Software
AI/ML
HMI Software
Object-Oriented Tools
Mobile OS Platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Robotics/CS/CE/Data Science/AI Engineering/Software Engineering/Systems Engineering/Mechatronics

Tools

ROS/ROS2
Python
Embedded Systems
Firmware
Real-time software

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking engineers to help advance autonomous, AI-powered technologies for equipment used around the world. You will contribute to robotics software, AI/ML methods, and HMI integration in real-world heavy machinery.

The role focuses on developing, validating, and deploying autonomous systems, with opportunities for hands-on testing, collaboration, and growth in a global team on onsite locations in Peoria IL or Dallas TX.

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