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Entrylevel Research And Development Engineer Jobs in Dallas, TX

Caterpillar

Autonomy Development Engineer

Irving, TX · On-site

$97K - $158K/yr

Engineering Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're ... Cat Technology also owns enterprise-wide initiatives in innovation, research and development ...

Caterpillar

Autonomy Development Engineer

Irving, TX · On-site

$97K - $158K/yr

The Autonomy Development Engineer II develops and delivers production-quality software that enables ... Translating prototypes or research into production autonomy software * Experience with autonomous ...

RTP Company

R&D TECHNICIAN

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

Description The R&D Technician supports the area of the R&D department by setting up, calibrating ... Run experiments under the direction of Product Development Engineers. * Set up, calibrate, and ...

Raytheon

Manufacturing Development Engineer II

Dallas, TX

$72K - $93K/yr

With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and ... As a Manufacturing Development Engineer II you'll participate in projects and improvements across ...

Career Search

R&D TECHNICIAN

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

The R&D Technician supports the area of the R&D department by setting up, calibrating, operating ... They work in a fast-paced collaborative environment, regularly interacting with engineering ...

Dhalite Inc.

Entry Level Business Analyst

Dallas, TX · On-site

This role is ideal for entry level candidates who are passionate about software development, programming, and system analysis. As a Programming Analyst, you will work closely with developers ...

Waabi

Research Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site +1

$122K - $215K/yr

To learn more visit: www.waabi.ai As a Research Engineer, you will be at the forefront of advancing ... to the development of a unified self-driving platform. - Stay up-to-date with the latest ...

Waabi

Research Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site +1

$122K - $215K/yr

To learn more visit: www.waabi.ai As a Research Engineer, you will be at the forefront of advancing ... to the development of a unified self-driving platform. - Stay up-to-date with the latest ...

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As of Jul 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for entrylevel research and development engineer in Dallas, TX is $95,531.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $76,700.00 and $115,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entrylevel Research And Development Engineer vs Entry-level Mechanical Engineer?

AspectEntrylevel Research And Development EngineerEntry-level Mechanical Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in engineering or related field; some roles may prefer internships or project experienceBachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline; internships are common
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, product development teams, innovation centersDesign offices, manufacturing plants, testing facilities
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, R&D departments, manufacturing firmsMechanical design firms, automotive, aerospace, manufacturing industries

While both roles require a bachelor's degree and involve engineering work, the Entrylevel Research And Development Engineer focuses on innovation, product development, and research activities, often in lab settings. In contrast, the Entry-level Mechanical Engineer typically works on designing, testing, and improving mechanical systems in manufacturing or industrial environments. Understanding these differences helps job seekers target the right roles based on their skills and career interests.

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Autonomy Development Engineer

Autonomy Development Engineer

Caterpillar

Irving, TX • On-site

$97K - $158K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Caterpillar Inc. rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 474 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

264th of 485 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

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.
Our focus isn't just on what we build, but how we build it. We scale technology solutions across the business. We spearhead product development tools and processes. We collaborate with our partners to provide a seamless experience for our customers. We are obsessed with speed, simplicity and customer outcomes.
Cat Technology also owns enterprise-wide initiatives in innovation, research and development, manufacturing automation and advanced materials, ensuring Caterpillar continues to lead the industry in technological excellence and engineering innovation.
Job Summary:
As an Autonomy Engineer, your responsibilities in software development will be focused on positioning and localization, you'll collaborate with team members to prototype and bring to production algorithms that enable autonomous & semiautonomous systems to localize robustly within the world around them. This includes estimating position and altitude absolutely but also relatively to terrain features and static or mobile equipment, and implementing filters using perception-based, inertial, and GNSS inputs. Every day you will work with your team to solve real world problems by selecting the right approach, developing quick prototypes & bringing them to production. The localization developer will participate in various aspects of the development process including design, documentation, coding, product quality, and validation. To excel in this role, you must be able to write and test high quality production code and enjoy solving challenging problems.
What You Will Do:
  • Research and design of localization algorithms and software
  • Develop production quality C++ software including design, documentation, coding, product quality, and validation
  • Support requirements generation and architecture design considerations for the localization architecture
  • Support functional safety software design and validation process
  • Collaborate and mentor localization team members to execute on goals

What You Have:
  • Problem Solving:
    • Identifies and documents specific problems and resolution alternatives.
    • Help to analyze risks and benefits of alternative approaches and obtain decisions on resolution.
    • Uses fact-finding techniques and diagnostic tools to identify problems.
  • Software Development Life Cycle:
    • Identifies common issues, problems, and considerations for each phase of the life cycle.
    • Interprets product development plans and functional documentation.
  • Programming:
    • Excellency in C++
    • Fluency in Python
    • Interprets application system designs and program specifications.
    • Strong engineering practices, debugging/profiling skills.
    • Apply structured programming techniques to structured environments.
  • Technical Troubleshooting:
    • Discovers, analyzes, and resolves software or application problems.
    • Analyzes code, logs, and current systems as part of advanced troubleshooting.
    • Records and reports specific technical problems, solving processes and tools that have been used.
  • Education Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience; Masters' Degree preferred

Consideration for Top Candidates:
  • Experience with localization including Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM) type approaches, utilization of graph-optimization libraries, and overall state estimation
  • Experience implementing filtering solutions including Error State, Kalman and Extended Kalman
  • Knowledge of Inertial Measurement technology and Inertial Based Navigation and/or Guidance Systems
  • Knowledge of robotics and frameworks such as Robot Operating System (ROS)
  • Strong foundation in mathematics and fundamentals (3D geometry, linear algebra, statistical error modeling including Gauss Markov Processes)

Additional Information:
  • This position requires the candidate to work full-time at the Mossville, IL or Irving, TX office.
  • Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position.
  • Visa sponsorship is NOT available with this position.
  • This position will require up to 10% travel
  • #LI

Summary Pay Range:
$97,530.00 - $158,480.00
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.
Relocation is available for this position.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Posting Dates:
July 23, 2026 - August 6, 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.
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