Senior Autonomy Engineer

Senior Autonomy Engineer Apply: Irving, Texas: Full time: Posted Today: R0000390680Career Area:Technology, Digital and DataJob Description:Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.Role DefinitionOur team is focused on evolving the state of the art and bringing emerging automation & autonomy technology into the harsh production environments found on typical mining and construction jobsites. As an Autonomy Engineer focusing on autonomous mining trucks, you’ll collaborate with team members to develop new autonomous truck models and features that provide critical value to our customers. Every day you will work with your team to solve real world problems by selecting the right approach and bringing those solutions to production. We have a fabulous team that does some of the most exciting work at Caterpillar, and we can’t wait for you to join the team!Responsibilities* Own and lead autonomous hauling capabilities and improvement projects* Design and implement autonomous machine capabilities from requirements to production* Collaborate within the hauling team, with process partners, and with SMEs to identify and evaluate potential solutions.* Document designs and break work down into team deliverables* Coordinate delivery of improvements through development, validation, field trials, and into production.* Estimate time and cost to enable prioritization and project management.* Troubleshoot and resolve system level issues found in development, validation, or production.What you will have:* Technical Excellence: Knowledge of and experience with autonomous or robotics technology and associated application methods; ability to design and deliver solutions to significant technical challenges.* Product Design/Architecture: Knowledge of product design; ability to convert customer needs into product design.* Managing Multiple Priorities: Knowledge of effective self-management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation.* Effective Communications: Understanding and application of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques.* Strategic Thinking: Knowledge of the importance of \"big picture\" thinking and planningTop candidates will have:* Bachelors degree in an accredited Engineering or Computer Science curriculum* Strong collaboration and organization skills.* Ability to contribute to multiple complex projects, meeting timelines and deliverables* Experience leading technology projects* Strong foundation in mathematics and engineering fundamentals* Development or System Engineering experience in autonomy, robotics, or related industriesAdditional Details:* This position requires the candidate to work full-time at the Dallas, TX office.* Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position.* Visa sponsorship is NOT available with this position.* #LI