Caterpillar Inc. · 8 hours ago
Program Manager, Edge AI
Mossville, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$148K/yr - $222K/yrCaterpillar Inc. is a global team dedicated to building sustainable communities through innovative solutions. The Program Manager for Edge AI will lead New Product Introduction for customer and dealer-facing Connectivity Solutions, ensuring alignment of product requirements with market trends and managing stakeholder communication. This role involves collaboration with various teams to define functional requirements and oversee the development of AI Assistance products.
ConstructionMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingMechanical Engineering
No H1B
Responsibilities
Facilitating the development and support of On-Asset AI Assistance products through collaboration with development partners including Cat Technology, Cat Digital, Industry Groups, and purchasing
Ensuring the NPI program meets all goal requirements for product function, reliability, program cost, budget, and customer satisfaction
Communicate the status of program/project to stakeholders and customers in clear, concise, and compelling manner
Accountable for the definition and management of functional requirements. This will require interfacing with internal customers including customers, dealers, and aftermarket
Developing and tracking annual budgets and program life-time forecasts related to product development and programs
Providing leadership and direction to multi-function teams to develop program level development strategy and oversee all functions involved in the NPI product development process
Executing the NPI Process; prioritize critical customer and business requirements; guide concept selection and the development of product requirements and technical specifications
Leading the evaluation and deployment of new digital technologies and solutions to add or enhance existing digital technical capabilities
Overseeing and ensuring the timely delivery of features through collaboration with development partners in both Cat Technology and Cat Digital. This entails shepherding features through architectural assessment, engineering forecasting, release commitment, validation and delivery
Qualification
Required
Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment
Organizational Leadership: Knowledge of leadership concepts and ability to use strategies and skills to enlist others in setting, embracing and achieving objectives
Program Management: Knowledge of the policies and techniques to manage a set of related projects within a program; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control the set of projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve program objectives
Change Control: Knowledge of the processes and procedures by which a change is identified, evaluated, approved, monitored and documented; Ability to manage changes in the production environment and processes effectively
Problem Management: Knowledge of the processes involved in problem control, error control and the production of management information or computer hardware; ability to identify the root cause of problems in a timely and accurate manner and bring them to a successful resolution
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in engineering, Computer Science, Materials Science or related field preferred
Experience and history of progressive product and project leadership responsibility
Knowledge and experience with connectivity/telematics product line, on-board software, Gateway, and Platform
Knowledge and experience with AI Compute Platforms
Knowledge and awareness of IoT Standards, regulations, and regional requirements
Familiarity and experience in wireless technology i.e., cellular, Satellite, Wi-Fi/B.T., Positioning, etc
Incumbents must have demonstrated excellent analytical skills and the ability to perform complex assignments
Must have ability to communicate technical information effectively with team members and others in the work group, as well as employees in other business units, customers, and suppliers
Successful execution of multiple NPI programs
Requirements gathering and documentation experience with customers
Electronic component, information systems, and machine systems development experience and knowledge
Commercial, business, engineering and manufacturing skills along with an understanding of product test & development, materials, accounting and pricing functions
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
Company
Caterpillar Inc.
For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world.
Founded in 1925
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.51BKey Investors
US Department of EnergyAdvanced Propulsion Centre UK
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3.5B
2024-10-31Grant· $5.04M
2019-06-23Grant
Leadership Team
George Moubayed
Chief Sustainability and Strategy Officer / Senior Vice President Enterprise Strategy Division
E
Eric Sporre
Vice President & Global Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Recent News
2026-01-22
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