Logistics Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.•Morton, IL

3d•$89,210 - $133,810•Onsite

About The Position

Our Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly every element of the services value stream. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts Distribution of Cat Parts, Integrated Logistics and Global Services supporting Caterpillar dealers and customers. Our teams work together in critical areas that leverage digital capabilities, technology and operational excellence. As a Logistics Engineer, you will be responsible for researching, developing, and implementing automation solutions, concepts and procedures for worldwide parts distribution facilities. This role will focus primarily on autonomous vehicles, while also supporting storage automation and robotics.

Requirements

Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.
Data Gathering & Analysis: Knowledge of data gathering and analysis tools, techniques, and processes; ability to collect and synthesize data from a variety of stakeholders and sources in an objective manner to reach a conclusion, goal, or judgment.
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.
Logistics Management: Knowledge of logistics and management; ability to follow proper processes and run operations for effective and efficient movement of materials and finished products.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related field
Experience with autonomous vehicles, automated storage/retrieval systems, or robotics technologies
Experience working with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and automation systems
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical and operational issues
Thrives in an environment where new technologies are deployed in live operations and not everything works perfectly at first, requiring resilience, adaptability, and hands-on problem solving
Experience supporting on-site implementations, including troubleshooting and stabilizing systems during initial startup
Exposure to global or multi-site deployments and working with cross-functional teams
Data visualization skills with the ability to create clear, impactful insights for business and operational decision-making

Responsibilities

Develop automated solutions to improve warehouse efficiency, material flow, and ergonomics.
Partner with automation Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) to evaluate, engineer, and implement new technologies.
Support and maintain existing automation systems while assisting with new deployments across facilities.
Lead and coordinate cross-functional projects with operations, engineering, IT, purchasing, and external vendors.
Oversee project timelines, costs, and progress; communicate updates and resolve issues as they arise.
Support the deployment and optimization of autonomous vehicle technologies, including maintaining existing fleets and evaluating new solutions.
Lead on-site automation launches, including training operators across multiple shifts and troubleshooting system performance in real time.