Senior Autonomy Engineer

Caterpillar

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Work type: On-site
Location: Irving, TX
Salary: $112,710–$183,140 / yr
Posted: 4 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Closes: Oct 15, 2026
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $193k

This role $148k

$98k most similar roles pay here $251k

This role pays less than 77% of similar roles. Most pay $149,500–$235,750 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $148k versus about $193k for comparable roles.

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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 on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $121,389–$183,140 across 131 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Senior Autonomy Engineer

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As a Senior Autonomy Engineer, you will join the hauling team to evolve state-of-the-art automation and autonomy technology for use in harsh mining and construction environments. You will own and lead autonomous hauling capabilities and improvement projects, designing and implementing machine features from initial requirements through production. Your daily work involves collaborating with process partners and subject matter experts to identify solutions, documenting designs, breaking down deliverables, and coordinating improvements through development, validation, and field trials. You will also troubleshoot system-level issues and manage project timelines and costs. The role requires expertise in robotics technology, product design, and engineering fundamentals. Ideal candidates possess a degree in Engineering or Computer Science and demonstrate strong skills in strategic thinking, technical problem solving, and managing multiple concurrent projects within the autonomy and robotics industries.

Skills

Robotics Product Design Architecture Mathematics Engineering Fundamentals Project Management Development Validation Field Trials

What you'll do

Own and lead autonomous hauling capabilities and improvement projects.
Design and implement autonomous machine capabilities from initial requirements through production.
Identify and evaluate potential solutions with process partners and subject matter experts.
Document designs and break down work into specific team deliverables.
Coordinate the delivery of improvements through development, validation, field trials, and production.
Estimate time and cost for project management and prioritization.
Troubleshoot and resolve system-level issues found during development, validation, or in production.

What we're looking for

Knowledge of and experience with autonomous or robotics technology and associated application methods.
Ability to design and deliver solutions to significant technical challenges.
Knowledge of product design and the ability to convert customer needs into product designs.
Ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities while prioritizing time effectively.
Understanding and application of effective communication concepts, tools, and techniques.
Knowledge of "big picture" thinking and planning.
Bachelor's degree in an accredited Engineering or Computer Science curriculum (preferred).
Experience in development or system engineering within autonomy, robotics, or related industries (preferred).

5+ yrs exp

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