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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
140 open roles
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Listed pay typically runs
$121,389–$183,140
across 131 roles with salary data.
The Senior Autonomy Development Engineer joins the Technology Automation and Autonomy team to develop production-quality software for autonomous and semi-autonomous heavy equipment in mining and construction environments. This role involves participating in the full software development lifecycle, including design, documentation, coding, validation, and release support. The engineer will build autonomy features such as planning, positioning, perception, and control systems while contributing to architecture decisions and technical trade-offs. Key requirements include excellence in C++ programming, experience with real-time systems, and proficiency in Linux-based environments using Git and CI/CD pipelines. Candidates may utilize robotics frameworks like ROS, model-based development via Matlab/Simulink, and hardware integration across CAN and Ethernet networks. The role focuses on solving complex problems related to machine behavior, remote control solutions, and safety features like collision mitigation in harsh production settings.
C++
Python
Embedded Linux
HIL
SIL
CAN
Ethernet
CUDA
TensorRT
MATLAB
Simulink
GTest
Computer Vision
Machine Learning
ISO 21448
SOTIF
CANoe
CANalyzer
CANape
ETAS INCA
Systems Engineering
Software Development Life Cycle
HIL
Embedded Systems
Robotics
Autonomy
System Integration
Site Technology
Product Testing
Technical Troubleshooting
architecture, design
Field Testing