Staffed Technologies Validation Engineer

Caterpillar

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Work type
On-site
Location
Green Valley, AZ
Salary
$97,530–$158,480 / yr
Posted
3 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live today
Closes
Oct 11, 2026 (soon)

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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $196k
This role $128k
$82k most similar roles pay here $241k

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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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 157 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $118,860–$183,140 across 148 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Staffed Technologies Validation Engineer

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.

What you'll do

  • Develop, test, and troubleshoot software systems for staffed and autonomous machines.
  • Create and execute high-quality validation plans for perception, positioning, and machine health technologies.
  • Perform advanced data analysis to troubleshoot complex issues from test sites or customer locations.
  • Analyze test site information to improve overall system performance.
  • Document and communicate technical issues and status updates to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Design and execute testing strategies to ensure software quality and adherence to requirements.
  • Monitor industry trends and new technology breakthroughs through continuous self-study and professional interaction.

What we're looking for

  • Knowledge of software product testing to design, plan, and execute testing strategies for quality and requirement adherence.
  • Ability to perform advanced data analysis and systems analysis to troubleshoot complex issues from test or customer sites.
  • Proficiency in technical troubleshooting techniques to resolve hardware, software, application, or operation issues.
  • Strong communication skills for technical status updates, test plan reviews, and cross-team collaboration.
  • Knowledge of industry trends, regulatory considerations, and problem-solving techniques for organizational processes.
  • Experience with CAT MineStar systems (Health, Fleet, Detect, and CMD) (preferred).
  • Experience with on-machine validation, Vector tools (CANape and CANalyzer), and Linux operating systems (preferred).
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Computer Engineering, or a related field (preferred).

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