Autonomy and Robotics Engineer

Caterpillar•Irving, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

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. Launch your career while helping build the connected technologies that power some of the world's most iconic machines. At Caterpillar, you'll work on products used around the globe, collaborate with talented engineers, and accelerate your growth through hands-on development, mentorship, and meaningful project ownership from day one. The Autonomous and Intelligent Systems team develops the AI-powered technologies that enable Caterpillar machines to perceive, understand, and interact with the physical world autonomously. By combining artificial intelligence, robotics, machine learning, computer vision, sensor fusion, simulation, connectivity, and scalable software platforms, the team is building the foundation for the next generation of intelligent construction equipment. Their work spans machine perception, autonomous decision-making, navigation, machine control, digital twins, and high-fidelity simulation, enabling equipment to operate safely and efficiently in complex, real-world environments. By transforming heavy machinery into intelligent, connected systems, the team is helping solve critical industry challenges such as labor shortages, jobsite safety, productivity, and operational efficiency while advancing Caterpillar's vision for autonomous construction and the future of physical AI. By joining the You can focus on building technical abilities for Physical AI in roles including, but not limited to, Robotics, Simulation, Architecture, Autonomy and Automation, and Software engineering.

Requirements

Knowledge of programming and configuring robots using software tools.
Knowledge of the concepts, technologies and methodologies of artificial intelligence (AI); ability to develop, implement and/or apply artificial intelligence products and services in specific industry domain to achieve business goals.
Knowledge of computer programming, user experience design tools, human factors engineering concepts, communication protocols, graphics software, and 3D modeling tools; ability to design, develop, and maintain Human-Machine Interface (HMI) software and systems, hardware components, and integrate them using communication protocols.
Knowledge of object technologies; ability to use tools and techniques for the design, development and support of object-oriented applications.
Knowledge of mobile operation systems and platforms; ability to develop and support software for mobile environments and platforms.
Minimum cumulative GPA requirement 3.0/ 4.0 (no rounding)
Experience with robotics, autonomy, mechatronics, or embedded systems through a capstone, internship, research, work experience
Hands-on experience building, programming, testing, or integrating autonomous robots, machines, vehicles, or sensor-based systems
Experience using simulation, modeling, or digital twin tools to validate machine behavior, controls, or system performance
Exposure to ROS/ROS2, Python, embedded systems, firmware, real-time software, hardware interfaces, or machine communication protocols
Experience applying AI/ML, computer vision, data analytics, or cloud-based tools to solve engineering problems
Demonstrated ability to debug complex hardware/software systems and move prototypes toward reliable, production-ready solutions

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Robotics Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, AI Engineering, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering or related degree (selected candidates must complete their degree by their start date)
ABET accreditation preferred
0-2 years of relevant experience related to this field (internships or academic projects are a plus)

Responsibilities

Programming and configuring robots using software tools.
Developing, implementing, and/or applying artificial intelligence products and services in a specific industry domain to achieve business goals.
Designing, developing, and maintaining Human-Machine Interface (HMI) software and systems, hardware components, and integrating them using communication protocols.
Using tools and techniques for the design, development, and support of object-oriented applications.
Developing and supporting software for mobile environments and platforms.