Engineering Team Lead

Career Area Engineering 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. An exciting career opportunity awaits within the Rigid Frame Trucks Field Studies & Telemetry team. As a Performance/Simulation/Application Engineering Team Lead you will play a pivotal role in ensuring our machines deliver the performance, power and reliability our customers expect. This position will primarily be responsible for leading end-to-end data collection & analysis for large mining trucks, leading field studies supporting the resolution of critical customer issues and providing engineering support to commercial teams. The position will also play an active role in LMT New Product Integration programs starting from requirements all the way through field follow validation. Job Duties/Responsibilities Manage data acquisition configurations, machine connectivity and data flow for Supercomm2/PLE/VIMS across the LMT platform. Coordinate the software bundle development, verification and validation activities for Product Link Elite/VIMS, truck payload management, tire TKPH and road analysis control (RAC) on all LMT platforms. Provide inputs and guidance to technology platform 1.0/2.0 programs on Product Link Elite, VIMS and advanced productivity modules. Lead some field and remote performance studies – planning, execution and reporting. Perform machine and fleet level virtual performance assessments. Initiate and support new technology introduction (NTI) programs that impact the LMT platform’s short and long‑term strategies. Participate in FMEA and validation workshops. Support investigation of machine software and control strategy performance with regard to CPI/NPI issue resolution and machine performance improvements on the LMT platform. Support marketing on TCO and cost/ton calculations and competitive evaluations. Support the team in the planning and execution of application profile field studies at customer sites. Support the team in the development and deployment of data acquisition kits (Supercomm2) across the LMT platform. Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent education. Top Candidates Will Also Have Prior machine or system level performance, controls and simulation experience. Experience with data acquisition systems and software (Supercomm2, PLE, etc.). Hands‑on machine testing experience collecting and analyzing data. Knowledge of SQL, Python or similar programming languages. Experience with data analytics and automation of data analyses. Prior engine performance experience. Powertrain integration experience. Electronics system integration experience. Knowledge of competitive machines and engines. Knowledge of FEA, multibody dynamic analysis and machine dynamics. Knowledge of the APQP process, NPI process and 6‑sigma methodologies. Self‑starter with strong technical leadership skills. Ability to communicate technical information effectively with team members and others in work group, as well as employees in other units, customers and suppliers. Strong analytical skills with demonstrated problem‑solving ability. Experience with cross‑functional teams. Design/analysis/testing experience. Additional Information Location: Tucson, Arizona. Domestic relocation available for candidates willing to relocate to Tucson, AZ. May require 10‑25% travel. Requires working onsite five days a week. Sponsorship not available. Posting Date: 5/21/2026 – 6/4/2026 Summary Pay Range $128,470.00 – $192,710.00 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 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. Equal Opportunity Employer Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation