Development & Research Technology Specialist

Tucson, AZ - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 128470 - 192710

Posted on: 22 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Career Area:

Engineering

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar yourejoining 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 dontjust 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.

Join our Dynamic Energy Transfer (DET) Product Development and Electrification Integration team where were redefining how energy flows through mining and heavy equipment systems. DET is at the forefront of Caterpillars innovation enabling efficient power distribution to machines to maximize performance and lower total cost of ownership. Our mission is to deliver products that meet the highest standards of safety reliability and efficiency through well-planned validation strategies. We dont just design energy transfer systems we ensure they perform flawlessly in the toughest real-world conditions.

As a Development & Research Technology Specialist you will serve as a technical leader and integrator supporting customer technical queries enabling crossdivision system compatibility managing regulator submissions and driving alignment across engineering product support and safety teams. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence the direction of Caterpillars electrification strategy while ensuring our systems perform safely and reliably in realworld applications.

What Youll Do

Customer Support of electrification technical queries by collaborating with crossfunctional teams navigating customer riskassessment processes and providing clear guidance that builds confidence in Caterpillars integrated electrification solutions.
CrossFunctional Collaboration leading alignment of electrification safety and regulatory requirements coordinating integration activities across engineering validation and product support teams to ensure consistent system performance and readiness.
Continuous Improvement & Technical Excellence driving development of scalable processes tools and documentation that enhance system integration across teams and enable support for an expanding electrification customer base.

Why This Role is Different

Breadth of Impact: You will influence how major Caterpillar divisions design and integrate electrified systems impacting products across the mining and construction portfolios.

High Visibility: This role interfaces with customers regulators senior technical leaders and cross-functional engineering groups.

Critical-to-Safety & Compliance: Your work directly supports the safe operation of highenergy systems and ensures Caterpillar products meet global regulatory expectations.

What Skills You Will Have

Technical Expertise: General understanding of electrical system integration and machinelevel architecture with interest and motivation to learn new skills in electrification technologies and safetyrelated engineering.
Analytical Thinking: Ability to break down complex problems identify root causes and develop effective solutions.
Effective Communication: Skilled at translating complex technical topics for nontechnical audiences
Project & Coordination Skills: Ability to coordinate multi-team efforts manage documentation flows and meet regulatory or customer deadlines.

Education Requirements

Bachelors degree or higher in Engineering (Electrical Mechanical Materials Science) or related field.

Additional Information

This position requires full-time work at the Tucson Mining Center or Mossville AC
Up to 10% travel may be required.
Domestic relocation assistance available.
Sponsorship is not available.
Follow the link to learn more about DET: Meet the Cat Dynamic Energy Transfer System

Posting Date: 1/28/2026 - 2/4/2026

Summary Pay Range:

$128470.00 - $192710.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjob-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

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer such as H L TN F J E O. As a global company Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at 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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Career Area:EngineeringJob Description:Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar yourejoining 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 su...