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Caterpillar Inc.

Autonomy Systems Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.

. Integrate autonomy solutions with base machines .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $97,530 - $158,480 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in integrating and validating autonomous systems within machine environments, with a strong focus on system architecture, documentation, and collaboration across development teams. Proficient in applying autonomous solutions to heavy machinery, ensuring technical readiness and addressing system risks.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Systems EngineeringAutonomous Systems IntegrationOn-Machine Electrical SystemsDocumentation and TraceabilityCollaboration with Development Teams

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Hard Skills
Systems EngineeringAutonomous SystemsVision SystemsGNSSIMUCANEthernetROS2System ArchitectureFunctional Testing
Soft Skills
Problem SolvingCommunicationCollaboration
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in EngineeringBachelor’s Degree in Computer Science
Industry Keywords
Autonomy EcosystemMiningConstructionMachine DevelopmentProduct Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Integrate autonomy solutions with base machines
  • Help define requirements and system architecture for autonomous machine systems
  • Work with onboard electronics systems in laboratory and on-machine environments
  • Coordinate with teams to implement, validate, and demonstrate autonomous solutions on machines
  • Apply autonomous system solutions to excavators, wheel loaders, and articulated trucks
  • Collaborate with Machine Development teams to deliver machine autonomous features
  • Lead or support system integration, functional testing, and validation
  • Resolve issues through triage and troubleshooting
  • Coordinate autonomy development, machine development, and validation teams
  • Decompose customer requirements into system-level requirements
  • Maintain documentation and traceability of system architecture, design decisions, and success criteria
  • Serve as subject matter expert for Surface Loading Machine Autonomous Solutions
  • Communicate system readiness and technical risks to stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s degree in an accredited Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
  • Proven experience as a Systems Engineer supporting product development teams focusing on software and hardware development
  • Prior experience collaborating with systems integration and validation teams for engineering product development
  • Knowledge and experience with autonomous systems and hardware, including vision systems (e.g. Camera, Lidar, and Radar), GNSS, and IMU
  • Knowledge of on-machine electrical systems and best practices, including harnessing and wiring
  • Experience with CAN, Ethernet, and ROS2
  • Strong working knowledge of the Autonomy ecosystem in mining or construction, or other autonomous system control system architectures
  • Proven ability to work on production products through design, implementation, customer rollout, and support
  • Ability to decompose complex customer requirements into achievable technical requirements
  • Ability to document system architecture, designs, requirements, tradeoffs, and success criteria
  • Visa sponsorship is NOT available with this position

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • 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
  • Relocation is available for this position