Career Area:
Manufacturing
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 Automation & Controls Engineer is responsible for providing technical support, maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of automated systems, industrial robots, PLCs, HMIs, and equipment associated with CNC machining centers. This position ensures equipment reliability, uptime, and operational continuity through effective problem-solving, automation initiatives, and collaboration with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance teams.
Provide technical support and maintenance for automated systems, industrial robots, PLCs, HMIs, control systems, and CNC machining equipment.
Diagnose, program, and troubleshoot automated equipment to maximize system availability, reliability, and operational performance.
Lead and implement automation and continuous improvement projects focused on safety, quality, productivity, and downtime reduction.
Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance teams to optimize processes, implement standards, and improve equipment performance.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field required
Industrial Automation/Automatic Control
Proficiency in PLCs, HMIs, sensors, actuators, drives, and industrial communication networks.
Technical Troubleshooting
Ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues involving control systems, robotics, CNC equipment, and industrial machinery.
Robotics / Computer-Controlled Machinery
Top Candidates will have:
Strong technical expertise in industrial automation systems and CNC machining centers, including PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and control systems
Caterpillar's Code of Conduct states that we will select, and place employees based on their qualifications for the job to be performed, without regard to race, religion, national origin, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age or disability. In this company we do not request pregnancy tests or HIV tests as requirements for entry, permanence, or promotion in employment.
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This position requires working onsite five days a week.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Posting Dates:
August 5, 2026 - August 9, 2026
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply
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