Logistics Engineer

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.

About the role

Our Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly every element of the services value stream. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts Distribution of Cat Parts, Integrated Logistics and Global Services supporting Caterpillar dealers and customers. Our teams work together in critical areas that leverage digital capabilities, technology and operational excellence.

As a Logistics Engineer, you will be responsible for researching, developing, and implementing automation solutions, concepts and procedures for worldwide parts distribution facilities. This role will focus primarily on autonomous vehicles, while also supporting storage automation and robotics.

This role is located in Morton, IL and does not offer relocation. It is 1st shift, Monday - Friday, and 100% on-site with no opportunity for hybrid or remote schedules. This role requires up to 25% domestic or international travel. Travel will vary based on business needs and may include trips lasting up to two weeks at a time.

Responsibilities

• Develop automated solutions to improve warehouse efficiency, material flow, and ergonomics.
• Partner with automation Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) to evaluate, engineer, and implement new technologies.
• Support and maintain existing automation systems while assisting with new deployments across facilities.
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional projects with operations, engineering, IT, purchasing, and external vendors.
• Oversee project timelines, costs, and progress; communicate updates and resolve issues as they arise.
• Support the deployment and optimization of autonomous vehicle technologies, including maintaining existing fleets and evaluating new solutions.
• Lead on-site automation launches, including training operators across multiple shifts and troubleshooting system performance in real time.

Requirements

• Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.
• Data Gathering & Analysis: Knowledge of data gathering and analysis tools, techniques, and processes; ability to collect and synthesize data from a variety of stakeholders and sources in an objective manner to reach a conclusion, goal, or judgment.
• Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.
• Logistics Management: Knowledge of logistics and management; ability to follow proper processes and run operations for effective and efficient movement of materials and finished products.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements: The core competencies listed above.

What Will Set You Apart:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related field.
• Experience with autonomous vehicles, automated storage/retrieval systems, or robotics technologies.
• Experience working with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and automation systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical and operational issues.
• Thrives in an environment where new technologies are deployed in live operations and not everything works perfectly at first, requiring resilience, adaptability, and hands-on problem solving.
• Experience supporting on-site implementations, including troubleshooting and stabilizing systems during initial startup.
• Exposure to global or multi-site deployments and working with cross-functional teams.
• Data visualization skills with the ability to create clear, impactful insights for business and operational decision-making.

Pay

Pay Range: $89,210.00 - $133,810.00. Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience.

Benefits

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of 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.

These benefits also apply to part-time employees.