Software Test & Validation Engineer
Caterpillar
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This role pays less than 95% of similar roles. Most pay $168,500–$224,325 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $128k versus about $196k 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 157 open roles on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs $118,860–$183,140 across 148 roles with salary data.
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The Staffed Technologies Validation Engineer develops, tests, and troubleshoots technology software systems for staffed, semi-autonomous, and autonomous machines. Working within the technical domain of machine health, reporting, perception, positioning technologies, and operator assist features, this role involves creating high-quality validation plans and executing them to ensure system performance. The position requires advanced data analysis and systems analysis to troubleshoot complex issues from test or customer sites while collaborating with other engineers to meet client needs. Key skills include software product testing, technical troubleshooting, and knowledge of industry trends. Preferred qualifications include experience with CAT MineStar systems, on-machine validation, Linux operating systems, and Vector tools like CANape and CANalyzer. The role focuses on the infrastructure supporting machine development, including calibration, simulation, analytics, and machine learning development pipelines to solve complex automation challenges.
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