Robotics Engineer - Industrial Automation & Vision

Caterpillar; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 98,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plans

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Caterpillar is seeking a Robotics Engineer for the Lafayette Engine Center. The role focuses on applying manufacturing engineering expertise to the integration, optimization, and reliability of industrial robotics, cobots, machine vision, and automation technologies.

The position emphasizes safety, quality, cost reduction, and continuous improvement within a manufacturing setting, with opportunities to lead automation projects and coach teams.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience desired
• Experience with robotics and automation in manufacturing environments preferred
• Strong problem solving and collaboration skills

Responsibilities

• Integrate, optimize, and support industrial robots, collaborative robots, automated work cells, and machine-vision systems.
• Identify and implement improvements to safety, quality, cost, throughput, ergonomics, and reliability.
• Develop engineering specifications and support installation, commissioning, maintenance, and integration of automation equipment.
• Research emerging robotics and automation technologies for manufacturing use.

Job description

Caterpillar is seeking a Robotics Engineer for the Lafayette Engine Center. The role focuses on applying manufacturing engineering expertise to the integration, optimization, and reliability of industrial robotics, cobots, machine vision, and automation technologies.

The position emphasizes safety, quality, cost reduction, and continuous improvement within a manufacturing setting, with opportunities to lead automation projects and coach teams.