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Robot type
Construction
Location
LafayetteIndianaUSA
Job type
Hardware
Posted
Oct 28, 2026
Salary
$97,530–$146,290 a year
Full-time

Robotics Engineer - (2 Openings 1st Shift & 3rd Shift)

Job description

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 Large Power Systems Division (LPSD) is part of Caterpillar’s Power & Energy segment. Through this global organization, Caterpillar designs and manufactures large (greater than 18 liters) diesel and natural gas engines, powertrains and key engine systems.

Job responsibilities

  • Integrate, optimize, and support industrial robots, collaborative robots, automated manufacturing equipment, and robotic work cells.
  • Identify and implement improvements that strengthen safety, quality, cost, throughput, ergonomics, and equipment reliability.
  • Evaluate manufacturing operations for robotics and cobot opportunities, including application risk assessment and system testing.
  • Troubleshoot robotic, automation, controls, sensor, and machine-vision issues using structured problem-solving and diagnostic methods.
  • Develop engineering specifications and support equipment installation, commissioning, maintenance, and process integration.
  • Research emerging robotics, machine-vision, sensor, and automation technologies for use in manufacturing.
  • Support automation projects through planning, cost and schedule coordination, equipment integration, stakeholder communication, and status reporting.
  • Coach operations and technical personnel who support robotics and manufacturing automation systems.

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