Control & Autonomous Network Analyst

Caterpillar Inc.

. Serve as a trusted IT partner to facility, engineering, and operations leadership .

Posted 10/21/2026full-timeEast Peoria • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $97,530 - $158,480 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing and supporting wireless, cellular, and network infrastructure, with a strong focus on cybersecurity and compliance. Proven ability to lead infrastructure projects and collaborate across functions while ensuring connectivity for autonomous and connected-machine technologies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Wireless Network ManagementCybersecurity LeadershipProject ManagementCisco NetworkingRF Spectrum Utilization

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Hard Skills

Infrastructure ManagementNetworkingSystems AdministrationTechnical OperationsWireless TechnologiesVulnerability ManagementScriptingAutomation Tools

Soft Skills

CommunicationCustomer Relationship ManagementProblem-SolvingCross-Functional CollaborationProject Leadership

Tools & Technologies

Spectrum AnalyzersSite Survey ToolsDrive-Test ToolsDiagnostic PlatformsWireless Mesh SolutionsIndustrial Networking Equipment

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingEngineeringTestingIndustrial EnvironmentsAutonomous TechnologiesConnected-Machine Technologies

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a trusted IT partner to facility, engineering, and operations leadership
Manage and support wireless, cellular, and network infrastructure, including Wi-Fi, mesh, microwave, and private 5G technologies
Enable connectivity for autonomous and connected-machine technologies
Lead cybersecurity, vulnerability remediation, and compliance efforts
Manage infrastructure projects, vendors, budgets, and stakeholder communications
Drive continuous improvement, reliability, and modernization initiatives
Design, deploy, monitor, and support large-scale wireless network environments
Maintain connectivity supporting autonomous and remotely operated equipment
Develop network coverage strategies and RF spectrum utilization plans
Utilize spectrum analyzers, site survey tools, drive-test tools, and diagnostic platforms
Manage outdoor network infrastructure including access points, towers, solar-powered network assets, wireless bridges, edge communication devices, industrial networking equipment, and wireless mesh solutions
Perform root cause analysis and continuous improvement activities to improve reliability

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field or hands on experience
Experience in infrastructure, networking, systems administration, or technical operations
Experience supporting enterprise networks and wireless technologies
Proven project leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills
Strong communication, customer relationship, and problem-solving abilities
Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout the proving ground
Experience in manufacturing, engineering, testing, or industrial environments
Knowledge of Cisco networking, wireless mesh, LTE/5G, microwave communications, and RF technologies
Experience with autonomous/connected-machine technologies and OT environments
Familiarity with cybersecurity, vulnerability management, scripting, and automation tools (PowerShell/Python)
Sponsorship is not available
Successful completion of a drug screen required for employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Day-one medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, and 401(k) benefits
Annual bonus potential
Paid vacation days
Paid holidays
Volunteer time off
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