Autonomy Validation Engineer

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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.

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar youre 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 dont 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 Technology collaborates 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.

The Autonomy Validation Engineer assists in the writing and execution of test plans for robotics software development; documents troubleshoots and debugs any issues found during testing; collaborates with senior engineers to ensure that internal and external clients needs are met.

Additional Information:

• Location: Peoria IL (PPG) & Mossville IL (Tech Center) (United States)
• Required Travel: Up to 10% (Domestic & International)
• Relocation Assistance Offered: None
• US Work Sponsorship Offered: None

What You Will Do:

• Documenting architecture specifications software design description verification plans test cases operating procedures and safety procedures.
• Utilizing appropriate tools to debug test and maintain software and hardware systems; completing the verification and validation process.
• Participating in design and development of application software and algorithms for robotic platforms.
• Execute testing on machines in the field on a daily basis.
• Requires a degree in an accredited Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering Mechanical Engineering or Computer Science.

What You Will Have (Basic Requirements):

Education Requirement: Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering Mechanical Engineering or Computer Science

Technical Troubleshooting: Knowledge of technical troubleshooting approaches tools and techniques; ability to anticipate recognize and resolve technical issues on hardware software application or operation.

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.

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.

What Will Set You Apart (Top Candidates Will Have):

• Proven experience in Hardware and Software Validation including hands-on mechanical work
• Systems Integration experience for end-to-end systems including but not limited to hardware software electronics hydraulics etc preferred
• Experience in Construction / Mining Industry preferred
• Experience with safety systems and/or robotics (Perception Planning or Positioning systems)
• Prior experience with Back Office applications such as Minestar Office
• Experience testing on machines in the field in a day-to-day setting

What You Will Get:

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About Caterpillar:

Caterpillar Inc. is the worlds 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 weve 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:

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

Posting 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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