Senior Autonomy Systems Engineering Specialist

Caterpillar Inc.

. Apply new autonomous system solutions and technologies to construction-industry machines, including Excavators, Wheel Loaders, and Articulated Trucks .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $128,470 - $208,770 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in systems integration and design for robotics and autonomous systems, with a strong focus on technical leadership, project management, and effective communication of complex concepts. Proficient in integrating autonomy solutions with construction machinery, ensuring robust performance and compliance with industry standards.

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Systems Integration EngineeringRobotics ExperienceTechnical LeadershipProject ManagementField Testing

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Hard Skills

Systems IntegrationRoboticsPlanningPerceptionPositioningControlsHIL TestingProving Ground SupportRequirements DefinitionArchitectural Alignment

Soft Skills

MentoringCommunicationProblem-SolvingCollaborationTechnical Guidance

Tools & Technologies

LIDARGNSSGPSRadarCamera Sensors

Industry Keywords

Construction IndustryMining IndustryExcavatorsWheel LoadersArticulated Trucks

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Apply new autonomous system solutions and technologies to construction-industry machines, including Excavators, Wheel Loaders, and Articulated Trucks
Lead and contribute to the design, architecture, implementation, testing, and release of autonomy or robotics systems
Lead or strongly influence requirements generation and system architectural trade-off decisions
Provide technical leadership across functional testing, verification, validation, and certification activities
Integrate new technologies to improve the capability and robustness of autonomy solutions
Troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues across development and production environments
Facilitate and participate in design reviews and technical discussions
Communicate complex technical concepts, risks, readiness, and trade-offs to engineers, stakeholders, and leadership
Manage projects balancing time, cost, quality, and risk
Mentor engineers and raise overall technical quality through guidance and example
Provide technical and project leadership for integrating autonomy solutions with base machines, including system-level integration, requirements definition, architectural alignment, hardware coordination, and test coordination
Lead hands-on engineering in lab environments and on machines at proving grounds for development, validation, and demonstration of autonomous solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field – or commensurate industry experience
Extensive experience as a Systems Integration or Design Engineer supporting engineering projects on robotics, autonomous or semi-autonomous systems
Strong experience with robotics with an understanding of Planning, Perception, Positioning, and Controls
Experience with radars and sensors such as LIDAR, GNSS, GPS, Radar, and other camera sensors preferred
Experience with field testing, HIL, and Proving Ground support preferred
Experience with Site Autonomy Platforms preferred
Knowledge and experience with Wheel Loaders, Excavators, and/or Articulated Trucks preferred
Experience in Construction or Mining Industries preferred
Visa sponsorship is NOT available with this position
Successful completion of a drug screen required

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