Autonomy System Integration Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.; Mossville (IL); On-site; USD 113,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

PTO

401(k)

HSA

Career development

Incentive bonus

Parental leave

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Mossville, IL is seeking a senior engineering professional to own and lead system integration projects for autonomy systems across truck models.

You will design architecture, define interfaces, and manage hardware I/O to meet business and technical requirements. The role requires collaboration across teams, strong engineering fundamentals, and the ability to drive multiple complex projects to production with some travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in robotics, electrical, computer, or mechanical engineering or related field.
• Strong collaboration and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects with deadlines.
• System engineering experience in autonomy, robotics, or related industries.

Responsibilities

• Own and lead system integration projects.
• Design system architecture for autonomy systems deployed on an ecosystem of truck models.
• Define electronic interfaces and electronic systems.
• Manage I/O requirements for machine control hardware and other autonomy-related devices.
• Collaborate with partner teams to create hardware solutions that meet business and technical requirements.
• Coordinate and execute logistics to progress hardware system changes through validation environments, field trials, and into production.
• System troubleshooting and issue resolution.

Skills

Technical Excellence

Product Design/Architecture

Managing Multiple Priorities

Effective Communications

Strategic Thinking

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD in Robotics or Engineering

Job description

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.

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.

What You Will Do

• Own and lead system integration projects
• Design system architecture for autonomy systems deployed on an ecosystem of truck models
• Define electronic interfaces and electronic systems
• Manage I/O requirements for machine control hardware and other autonomy-related devices
• Collaborate with partner teams to create hardware solutions that meet business and technical requirements
• Coordinate and execute logistics to progress hardware system changes through validation environments, field trials, and into production
• System troubleshooting and issue resolution

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 market requirements into the 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 of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
• Strategic Thinking: Knowledge of the importance of "big picture" thinking and planning

Considerations For Top Candidates

• Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, or PhD in an accredited Robotics, Electrical or Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related degree
• Strong collaboration and organization skills.
• Ability to contribute to multiple complex projects, meeting timelines and deliverables
• Strong foundation in mathematics and engineering fundamentals
• System Engineering experience in autonomy, robotics, or related industries

Additional Information

• This position requires the candidate to work full-time at the Mossville IL 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

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.

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.

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