Supports end-to-end construction site technology solutions through systems requirements, interface definition, architecture alignment, integration planning, verification, and cross-functional coordination. Develops engineering artifacts, traceability documentation, integration plans, readiness assessments, and verification evidence. Helps resolve cross-team integration issues, supports field deployments and validation, and identifies risks and dependencies across programs. The role is onsite in Dallas/Irving, Texas, with relocation assistance and up to 10% travel.
Career Area:
Technology, Digital and Data
Job 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.
The Site Systems Engineering Specialist - Construction Applications supports the definition, integration, and validation of end-to-end construction site technology solutions. This role works closely with the Construction Site Systems Engineering Lead to convert customer, business, and program needs into scalable solution requirements, interface definitions, architecture inputs, and delivery plans.
This position collaborates across machine, onboard software, office software, architecture, delivery, and validation teams to support safe, integrated construction solutions. The role focuses on systems engineering, requirements management, architecture alignment, integration planning, and cross-functional coordination for connected construction technology applications.
What You Will Do:
Key Deliverables:
What You Have:
Consideration for Top Candidates:
Additional Information:
Summary Pay Range:
$128,470.00 - $208,770.00
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.
* These benefits also apply to part-time employees
This position requires working onsite five days a week.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Posting Dates:
October 9, 2026 - October 12, 2026
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.
Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.
Technology, Digital and Data
Job 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.
The Site Systems Engineering Specialist - Construction Applications supports the definition, integration, and validation of end-to-end construction site technology solutions. This role works closely with the Construction Site Systems Engineering Lead to convert customer, business, and program needs into scalable solution requirements, interface definitions, architecture inputs, and delivery plans.
This position collaborates across machine, onboard software, office software, architecture, delivery, and validation teams to support safe, integrated construction solutions. The role focuses on systems engineering, requirements management, architecture alignment, integration planning, and cross-functional coordination for connected construction technology applications.
What You Will Do:
- Support development and maintenance of end-to-end construction site solution requirements, interfaces, constraints, and behaviors.
- Partner with machine systems, office software, architecture, and delivery teams to align solution behaviors, interfaces, and data flows.
- Contribute to architecture activities including requirements traceability, verification planning, technical reviews, integration planning, and support for program and NPI deliverables.
- Develop and maintain systems engineering artifacts including requirements, interface definitions, design documentation, and verification evidence.
- Support identification and resolution of cross-product and cross-team integration issues impacting solution performance and readiness.
- Participate in technical reviews, architecture discussions, and governance activities to ensure construction needs are represented in system-level decisions.
- Assist construction site solution deployments by supporting readiness reviews, validation activities, issue investigation, and lessons learned.
- Collaborate with the Construction Site Systems Engineering Lead to identify risks, dependencies, and mitigation plans across multiple programs and initiatives.
Key Deliverables:
- Systems Engineering artifacts, requirements traceability, and verification evidence supporting program & NPI Milestones
- Construction solution integration plans and issue resolution tracking
- Risk, dependency, and readiness assessments for program delivery
- Baseline updates and documentation supporting deployed construction solutions
What You Have:
- Systems Thinking: Ability to understand how machine, onboard, office, network, and operational systems interact to deliver integrated construction solutions.
- Technical Excellence: Demonstrated ability to solve complex systems integration challenges through sound engineering analysis, collaboration, and structured problem solving.
- Managing Multiple Priorities: Ability to balance competing program needs, technical challenges, stakeholder requests, and project timelines while maintaining focus on key deliverables.
- Collaboration and Influence: Ability to work effectively across multiple engineering disciplines and influence technical outcomes through communication, analysis, and engineering expertise.
- Requirements and Integration Focus: Experience defining, tracing, validating, and managing requirements while supporting end-to-end integration efforts.
Consideration for Top Candidates:
- Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Experience supporting construction, mining, quarry, or site technology solutions.
- Experience with systems engineering practices including requirements management, interface control, traceability, and verification planning.
- Experience working across machine, embedded software, office software, and digital technology teams.
- Familiarity with NPI processes and engineering governance activities.
- Experience supporting field deployments, commissioning, validation, or integration testing.
- Familiarity with Caterpillar construction products, VisionLink, autonomy, or connected site technologies.
Additional Information:
- This position requires the candidate to work full-time at the Dallas/Irving, TX office
- Relocation assistance is available for this position
- Visa sponsorship is NOT available with this position.
- This position will require up to 10% travel
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Summary Pay Range:
$128,470.00 - $208,770.00
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.
- 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
This position requires working onsite five days a week.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Posting Dates:
October 9, 2026 - October 12, 2026
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.
Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.
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