Lead Physical AI Engineer
Caterpillar
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This role pays less than 81% of similar roles. Most pay $140,975–$216,250 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $128k versus about $179k for comparable roles.
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Caterpillar Inc. is the world''s largest manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives. Industry: Heavy Equipment & Manufacturing
Caterpillar currently has 30 open roles on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs $147,760–$190,176 across 29 roles with salary data.
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As a Digital Twin Engineer, you will join the Cat Technology team to design, develop, and integrate simulation and visualization capabilities for next-generation digital twins, machine behavior modeling, and interactive 3D experiences. Your daily work involves developing simulation logic and behavioral models, creating high-fidelity 3D scenes, and ensuring digital twins are numerically stable through rigorous validation and testing. You will build toolchains, scripting utilities, and automated test frameworks while integrating data into unified experiences. The role requires proficiency in C++, Python, and NVIDIA Omniverse, including USD workflows, Omniverse Kit, PhysX, and potentially CARLA, Siemens NX, Dassault 3DEXPERIENCE, Ansys Twin Builder, Unity, or Unreal Engine. You will solve complex problems by creating the intelligence layer that connects machines, data, and people to improve safety and productivity across various industrial products and fleets.
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