Autonomy Development Engineer (Machine Collision Mitigation and Avoidance Software)

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.

This Autonomy Development Engineer position is with the Integrated Technology Solutions division of Cat Technology. This is a software development role working with machine collision mitigation and avoidance systems. You’ll be working with software requirements to develop new features, interacting with hardware component teams, troubleshooting issues, and coordinating with testing teams. This is a fast-paced and challenging job, but the intangible rewards are high, knowing that you are directly contributing to our customers’ safety.

What You Will Do

• Participating in design and development of application software.
• Documenting architecture specifications, software design description, verification plans, test cases, operating procedures, and safety procedures.
• Utilizing appropriate tools to debug, test and maintain software and hardware systems of robotic and driver monitoring tools; assisting in the verification and validation process.
  
  

What You Have

• Programming: Knowledge of relevant programming languages and tools; ability to test, write, design, debug, troubleshoot and maintain source codes and computer programs using C++ and Python.
• Software Development Life Cycle: Knowledge of software development life cycle; ability to use a structured methodology for delivering and managing new or enhanced software products to the marketplace.
• Software Product Testing: Knowledge of software product testing; ability to design, plan, and execute testing strategies and tactics to ensure software product quality and adherence to stated requirements.
• Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.

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• Be a model for the team by exhibiting the five critical behaviors:
• Customer-back mindset: Create customer value every day.
• Act with Urgency: Inspire velocity and lead the team to resolve issues quickly.
• Think Differently: Find new and innovative ways to deliver by removing roadblocks and inefficient processes from your team’s path.
• Open & Direct Communication: Be radically transparent with your team and partners.
• Accelerate Early wins: Champion ways to deliver value for the customer faster.
  

Consideration For Top Candidates

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Mining / Construction Industry experience required.
• Proven engineering experience as a Software Engineer working with requirements.
• Software development experience for machine applications preferred
• Prior test verification experience supporting projects with camera and radar detect sensors is preferred
• DevOps experience preferred
  
  

Additional Information

• This position requires the candidate to work full-time at the Mossville, IL or Irving, TX office.
• Relocation assistance is available for this position
• Visa sponsorship is available with this position.
• This position will require up to 10% travel

Summary Pay Range

$97,530.00 - $158,480.00

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)*

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• 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
  
  

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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