QA Automation Engineer

Caterpillar

Quick summary

Work type
On-site
Location
Mossville, ILEast Peoria, IL
Salary
$97,530–$158,480 / yr
Posted
3 days ago
Closes
Jul 11, 2026
Nearby
25 roles within 25 mi

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $160k
This role $128k
$86k most similar roles pay here $206k

This role pays less than 80% of similar roles. Most pay $130,000–$190,300 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $128k versus about $160k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About Caterpillar

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 37 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $128,470–$191,443 across 36 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · QA Automation Engineer

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As a Software Test Engineer at Caterpillar Trimble Control Technologies, you will join an international team dedicated to verifying and validating products for the earthmoving, paving, and mining industries. Your role involves designing and executing test strategies using agile methods, acquiring client requirements, and resolving workflow problems through automation optimization. You will write source codes for new applications and enhance existing ones while utilizing automated testing tools for maintenance. The ideal candidate possesses system testing knowledge, experience in creating test automation, a strong understanding of the software development process, and excellent problem-solving skills. Familiarity with Civil Engineering or the civil construction industry is preferred, along with effective communication abilities to convey complex technical issues clearly.

Skills

Python Java C# JavaScript Agile Git JIRA Selenium JUnit PostgreSQL MySQL Docker Kubernetes CI/CD SonarQube Swagger RESTful APIs JSON

What you'll do

  • Design and implement software programming applications using agile methods.
  • Resolve workflow problems through automation optimization based on client requirements.
  • Write source codes for new applications and enhance existing code samples.
  • Utilize automated testing tools to perform and maintain system tests.
  • Communicate complex technical issues effectively both verbally and in writing.

What we're looking for

  • Experience in designing and executing system testing strategies for software development.
  • Proficiency in creating test automation tools and scripts.
  • Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle and agile methodologies.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on detail and analysis.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills for technical issues.
  • Relevant qualification or equivalent experience in Software Testing, Engineering, or Computer Science.
  • Knowledge of Civil Engineering or the Civil Construction industry preferred.

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