Engineering Manager - Large Trucks - Telematics, Advanced Controls and Field Studies

About the role

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who care 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team in the planning and execution of competitive performance and application profile studies at customer sites.
• Lead the team in the development and deployment of Data Acquisition Kits for field follow monitoring and issue resolution.
• Collaborate directly with customers, proving grounds, and cross-functional teams to identify machine performance and controls improvements and resolve product issues.
• Manage staffing, employee development, performance management, and succession planning while fostering a culture of innovation and technical excellence.
• Influence machine architecture decisions and support Multi-Generation Product Planning (MGPP) and New Technology Introduction (NTI) initiatives.
• Lead high-impact engineering projects and business-critical initiatives to deliver quality solutions on time and within budget.

Requirements

Technical Excellence: Deep expertise in machine telematics, data acquisition, controls, electronic systems integration, performance analysis, and advanced technology development for complex equipment applications. Provides technical direction, solves challenging engineering problems, and mentors engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions that improve machine performance, efficiency, and customer value.

Engineering Leadership & Talent Development: Proven experience leading, coaching, and developing high-performing engineering teams through effective performance management, succession planning, mentoring, and employee development. Create an environment that fosters innovation, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement while building organizational capability.

Decision Making & Critical Thinking: Ability to utilize data-driven analysis, sound judgment, and systems thinking to evaluate complex technical and business challenges. Assesses alternatives, manages risk, and drives decisions that support customer needs, product requirements, and organizational objectives.

Customer & Market Focus: Experience partnering with customers, dealers, and internal stakeholders to understand application requirements, market trends, and business priorities. Leverage customer insights and machine performance data to influence product improvements and future technology investments.

Project & Program Management: Skilled at leading cross-functional projects from concept through implementation. Coordinate engineering, software, validation, and product development activities to deliver business-critical initiatives on time, within budget, and aligned with strategic objectives.

Effective Communication & Collaboration: Demonstrate strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence technical decisions and build alignment across engineering teams, leadership, customers, and global partners. Effectively translate complex technical concepts into actionable business solutions.

Analytics & Data-Driven Problem Solving: Experience utilizing machine data, simulation tools, performance analytics, and data acquisition systems to identify trends, resolve issues, and support strategic decision-making. Drive continuous improvement through fact-based analysis and measurable results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent education.
• Previous engineering leadership or people management experience leading and developing high-performing technical teams.
• Prior machine/vehicle level controls software development, tuning and validation experience.
• Strong expertise with telematics modules, preferably with Caterpillar VIMS, Product Link Elite and Supercomm systems.
• Understanding of Software-in-Loop and Hardware-in-Loop processes.
• Knowledge of SQL, Python, or similar programming languages.
• Knowledge of Snowflake, Tableau and other data pipeline and analytics tools and software.
• Prior experience with Large Mining Trucks or Quarry Trucks and knowledge of worldwide applications.

Skills

• Technical Excellence
• Engineering Leadership & Talent Development
• Decision Making & Critical Thinking
• Customer & Market Focus
• Project & Program Management
• Effective Communication & Collaboration
• Analytics & Data-Driven Problem Solving

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)
• 401(k) savings plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Health Lifestyle Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
• Career Development
• Incentive bonus
• Disability benefits
• Life Insurance
• Parental leave
• Adoption benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement

Additional Information

The primary work location for this role is Tucson, AZ, with a requirement to work on-site full-time at a Caterpillar facility. This position may require 10% travel. Domestic relocation assistance is available.

Visa sponsorship, international assignments, or payroll transfers are not available for this role.

Posting Dates: 7/13/2026-7/27/2026

Summary Pay Range: $147,760.00 - $221,640.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience.

Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar. Benefits Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this role.

Posting Dates: Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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