Autonomy Engineer

Career Area:

Engineering

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you'rejoining 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'tjust 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.

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you’re joining a global team who care not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers and future work 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.

Cat Technologycollaborates with partners across the Caterpillar enterprise to advance technologies including autonomy and automation, which helps enhance site safety, productivity and efficiency across customer operations worldwide. Cat Technology also owns enterprise-wide initiatives in innovation, research and development, manufacturing automation and advanced materials, ensuring Caterpillar continues to lead the industry in technological excellence and engineering innovation.

As an Autonomy Engineer, you will be part of an engineering team primarily focused on wireless network validations and supporting Caterpillar autonomy customer network design and deployments. You will work with outdoor wireless networks including private cellular and WiFi, as well as radio frequency (RF) planning for mining and quarry operations. This position will collaborate with end customers and wireless OEM vendors on validation activities.

Additional Information:

• This role is located in Mossville, IL and does not offer relocation or sponsorship
• This role is 1st Shift: Monday through Friday
• This role is 100% on-site with no opportunities for hybrid or remote schedules
• This role requires up to 25% domestic and international travel

What You Will Do:

• Lead wireless network validations, execute test plans, engage with wireless OEM’s on identified issues during testing.

• Work with Cat commercial teams on pre-sales engagements to analyze customer operational needs and recommend wireless technology solutions.

• Plan, design, deploy, and help support customer site networks.

• Participate in design reviews, testing, and validation processes to ensure compliance with requirements.

• Stay updated with the latest advancements in cellular and Wi-Fi technologies and connectivity standards.

What You Have (Basic 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.
• 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.
• Technical Troubleshooting: Knowledge of technical troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, recognize, and resolve technical issues on hardware, software, application or operation.

What Will Set You Apart (Top Candidates Will Have/Preferred Skills):

• Ability to effectively communicate with cross-functional teams including, but not limited to, Caterpillar end customers, Product groups, Hardware, Validation and Cybersecurity.

• Demonstrated ability to quickly adjust to changing priorities, navigating unforeseen challenges with a proactive mindset.

• Prior experience with Caterpillar Command Technology.

What You Will Get:

Through it all,weareone team – creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition. Learn more about theCaterpillarExperience.

About Caterpillar:

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

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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)*

• 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:

March 24, 2026 - March 31, 2026

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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