Senior Software Engineer (Simulation Platform)

Caterpillar Inc.•Irving, TX

7d•$112,710 - $183,140•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Software Engineer will design, develop, and integrate simulation and visualization capabilities that support Caterpillar’s next-generation digital twin, machine behavior modeling, and interactive 3D experiences. This role combines simulation engineering, real-time visualization, and 3D scene-building using NVIDIA Omniverse and modern C++/Python toolchains. Digital Twin Development: Knowledge of development tools and activities; ability to produce software products or systems in line with product requirements. Conducts walkthroughs and monitors effectiveness and quality of the development activities. Elaborates on multiple-development toolkits for traditional simulation and digital twins. Has participated in development of multiple or large digital twins development. Contrasts advantages and drawbacks of different development languages and tools. Estimates and monitors development costs based on functional and technical requirements. Provides consulting on both selection and utilization of developers' workbench tools.

Requirements

Communicating Complex Concepts; Knowledge of effective presentation tools and techniques to ensure clear understanding; ability to use summarization and simplification techniques to explain complex technical concepts in simple, clear language appropriate to the audience.
Effective Communications; Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools, and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
Managing Multiple Priorities; Knowledge of effective self-management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation.
Strategic Thinking; Knowledge of the importance of “big picture” thinking and planning; ability to apply organizational acumen and competitiveness to identify and maintain focus on key success factors.
Influencing Through Expertise; Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to use these to deepen expertise and impact or challenge decisions within and outside the organization.

Nice To Haves

Simulation Development: Develop the simulation logic and behavioral models governing machine and system behavior.
Real-Time 3D Visualization & Omniverse Engineering: Create high-fidelity 3D models, scenes, and environments using NVIDIA Omniverse, USD, and Omniverse Kit-based pipelines.
Validation & Testing of Models and Digital Twins: Develop and execute model validation and verification plans, ensuring digital twins are accurate and numerically stable.
Integration & Platform Engineering: Integrate simulation components with current Caterpillar models, data systems, and digital twin frameworks. Contribute to toolchain and pipeline design, including scripting utilities, automated test frameworks, and modular code libraries.
Digital Twin Tooling & Ecosystem Support: Work hands-on with multiple digital-twin platforms, such as NVIDIA Omniverse (primary environment), CARLA, Siemens NX/Teamcenter/Plant Simulation, Dassault 3DEXPERIENCE, Ansys Twin Builder, or similar, Unity or Unreal Engine. Integrate data, models, or external simulation engines into unified digital-twin experiences.
Innovation & Technology Leadership: Assist in evaluating emerging tools and frameworks to expand Caterpillar’s simulation and digital-twin capabilities
Software Integration Engineering: Knowledge of software integration processes and functions; ability to design, develop and maintain interfaces and linkage to alternative platforms and software packages.
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.

Responsibilities

Develop the simulation logic and behavioral models governing machine and system behavior.
Create high-fidelity 3D models, scenes, and environments using NVIDIA Omniverse, USD, and Omniverse Kit-based pipelines.
Develop and execute model validation and verification plans, ensuring digital twins are accurate and numerically stable.
Integrate simulation components with current Caterpillar models, data systems, and digital twin frameworks.
Contribute to toolchain and pipeline design, including scripting utilities, automated test frameworks, and modular code libraries.
Work hands-on with multiple digital-twin platforms, such as NVIDIA Omniverse (primary environment), CARLA, Siemens NX/Teamcenter/Plant Simulation, Dassault 3DEXPERIENCE, Ansys Twin Builder, or similar, Unity or Unreal Engine.
Integrate data, models, or external simulation engines into unified digital-twin experiences.
Assist in evaluating emerging tools and frameworks to expand Caterpillar’s simulation and digital-twin capabilities
Knowledge of software integration processes and functions; ability to design, develop and maintain interfaces and linkage to alternative platforms and software packages.
Knowledge of software development life cycle; ability to use a structured methodology for delivering and managing new or enhanced software products to the marketplace.