Autonomy Systems Integration Lead

Career Area: Technology, Digital and Data Job Description: 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. Our team is focused on evolving the state of the art and bringing emerging automation & autonomy technology into the harsh production environments found on typical mining and construction jobsites. As a System Integration Lead focusing on core technology application platform, you’ll collaborate with team members to develop the core autonomy framework used in on-board applications at Caterpillar that provide critical value to our customers. Every day you will work with your team to solve real world problems by selecting the right approach and bringing those solutions to production. Responsibilities • Leading a team of developers to deliver software for Cat Robotics • Gathering requirements and scoping deliverables • Communicating requirements and managing performance of partner teams developing other aspects of complex autonomy projects • Designing system architectures for interfacing autonomy middleware to a variety of applications • Managing I/O requirements for machine control hardware and other autonomy-related devices What you will have: • Technical Excellence: Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges. • Software Product Design/Architecture: Knowledge of software product design; ability to convert market requirements into the software product design. • 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. • 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. • Strategic Thinking: Knowledge of the importance of "big picture" thinking and planning Top candidates will have: • Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree in an accredited Electrical or Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, or related degree • Ability to lead multiple complex projects, meeting timelines and deliverables • Skilled at programming in C++ • System Engineering experience in automotive or heavy machinery industries • Strong foundation in mathematics and engineering fundamentals Additional Details: • This position requires the candidate to work full-time at the Mossville, IL office. • Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position. • Visa sponsorship IS available with this position. • This position may require up to 10% travel. • #LI Summary Pay Range: $128,470.00 - $208,770.00 Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-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 available for eligible applicants. 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. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community .