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Caterpillar

Autonomy Development Engineer

Irving, TX · On-site

$97K - $158K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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

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Staff Engineer - MedTech Surgery - R&D

Irving, TX · Hybrid

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Job Function: R&D Product Development Job Sub Function: Biomedical Engineering Job Category: Scientific/Technology All Job Posting Locations: Irving, Texas, United States of America About Surgery ...

GM Financial

Salesforce Development Engineer II

Arlington, TX · Hybrid

$50 - $66.25/hr

  • Retirement

Software development expertise in one or more high level programming languages * The SDE II has ... Familiarity with AI assisted research, summarization, and content generation * Understanding of ...

DTCC

Lead Software Development Engineer in Test

Coppell, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Software Development Engineer In Test (SDET) role encompasses automation development and ... Research and evaluate technical solutions consistent with DTCC technology standards * Align risk ...

PepsiCo

2027 Summer Intern: R&D (Undergrad and Grad)

Plano, TX

$21.09 - $44.40/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

As a R&D Engineer (product or process engineer), you will collaborate with cross functional teams comprising technical experts within the R&D function, as well as business unit leaders to design ...

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Research Engineer

Frisco, TX · Hybrid

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We obsess over our customers through applied research and development of new products and ... The science and engineering of AI are rapidlyevolving.Weare looking for an adaptable learner who ...

Waabi

Research Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site +1

$122K - $215K/yr

  • Medical

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  • Vision

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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 Aug 15, 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.

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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

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Autonomy Development Engineer

Caterpillar

Irving, TX • On-site

$97K - $158K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago

Caterpillar Inc. rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 480 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

286th of 489 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.
The Autonomy Development Engineer II develops and delivers production-quality software that enables autonomous and semi-autonomous functionality for heavy equipment in mining and construction environments.
This role operates with moderate independence, owning features or subsystems while contributing to system-level design decisions. The engineer applies strong software engineering practices to solve real-world problems and supports development across the full lifecycle, from concept through validation and release. The role collaborates closely with cross-functional teams and begins to influence technical direction while supporting the advancement of autonomy technologies into production environments.
Our CAT Technology Automation and Autonomy teams are focused on evolving the state of the art and bringing emerging automation & autonomy technology into the harsh production environments found on typical mining and construction jobsites. As we continue to enhance and develop new products we will be hiring across;
  • Command for Hauling
  • Core Autonomy Development Framework
  • Positioning Solutions
  • Safety Solutions
  • Remote Control Solutions
  • Surfacing Loading (Construction & Quarry)
  • Site Technology (Surface, Underground, and Construction)

What You Will Do:
  • Develop production-quality C/C++ software for autonomy and automation systems
  • Own feature or subsystem development across the full software lifecycle (design, implementation, validation, release)
  • Contribute to requirements definition, architecture discussions, and technical trade-offs
  • Troubleshoot and resolve moderately complex software and system issues
  • Support verification, validation, and functional safety activities
  • Collaborate with software, systems, hardware, and validation teams
  • Communicate technical approaches, risks, and status to stakeholders
  • Provide peer support and informal mentorship to junior engineers

What You Have:
  • Programming:
    • Strong proficiency in C/C++
    • Ability to interpret system designs and implement scalable solutions
    • Solid debugging, profiling, and performance optimization skills
  • Software Development Life Cycle:
    • Experience contributing to all phases of development lifecycle
    • Ability to independently execute development plans and adapt to changes
  • Problem Solving:
    • Solves complex but well-defined technical problems
    • Evaluates trade-offs and recommends solutions
    • Uses structured methodologies and data-driven analysis
  • 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 Computer Science, Engineering, or related field - or commensurate industry experience.

Consideration for Top Candidates:
  • Autonomy Feature Development
    • Experience developing autonomy domains such as planning, positioning, perception, or controls
    • Robotics frameworks (e.g., ROS)
    • Translating prototypes or research into production autonomy software
    • Experience with autonomous or semi-autonomous machine behavior
  • Autonomy Platform & Framework Development
    • Experience building autonomy frameworks, middleware, or shared libraries
    • Linux-based development environments
    • CI/CD pipelines, Git, and modern DevOps practices
    • Hardware/software integration at the platform level
    • Enabling multiple teams through reusable software foundations
  • Embedded, Remote Control & Real-Time Systems
    • Embedded C/C++ development in real-time systems
    • AUTOSAR Classic Platform (BSW, RTE)
    • Remote control or operator-assist system development
    • CAN, Ethernet, and vehicle/machine networks
    • Model-based development using Matlab/Simulink
  • Experience in Construction or Mining Industries preferred

Additional Information:
  • This position is to work onsite at our Mossville, IL office.
  • Some teams may also work out of our Irving, TX.
  • Relocation assistance may be available for this position.
  • Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position
  • This position may require travel up to 15%

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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 21, 2026 - October 4, 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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