Senior Test & Validation Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.

Test and validation engineer improving Caterpillar Remanufacturing product quality, testing, and manufacturing readiness. Troubleshooting technical issues and adopting automation, robotics, and manufacturing technologies.

Posted 9/3/2026full-timeCorinth • Mississippi • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $89,210 - $133,810 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in product testing, troubleshooting hardware and software issues, and implementing effective project management strategies. Proficient in analytical thinking, decision making, and ensuring compliance with functional requirements in a manufacturing environment.

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Product Testing KnowledgeTroubleshooting Hardware IssuesProject Management KnowledgeAnalytical ThinkingTechnical Problem Solving

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Hard Skills

Engineering DegreeComputer Science DegreeMaterials Science DegreeRoot-Cause AnalysisTesting Procedures DevelopmentDefect-Tracking AnalysisAutomation TechnologiesRoboticsComputer-Aided Manufacturing SoftwarePLC Troubleshooting

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailEffective CommunicationCritical ThinkingDecision MakingAnalytical Thinking

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing ReadinessDesign AcceptancePerformance ReliabilityRisk MitigationTechnical Reporting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Resolve issues regarding design or manufacturing
Ensure design acceptance and manufacturing readiness
Participate in adopting new technologies and processes, including automation, robotics, and computer-aided manufacturing software
Plan and improve testing procedures and operations for reliability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness
Monitor results, machine and process capabilities, and performance reliability
Document test processes and results
Prepare and analyze defect-tracking reports
Test components for compliance with functional requirements and established conventions
Develop product-testing procedures and participate in selecting testing environments and tools
Troubleshoot hardware, software, communications, PLC, and application problems
Generate technical reports and convey critical information to project stakeholders
Create and manage large-scale project plans
Monitor, advise, and mitigate risk to critical-path tasks

Requirements

What you’ll need

Requires a degree in an accredited Engineering, Computer Science, or Materials Science curriculum or equivalent experience working in an Engineering function
Accuracy and attention to detail
Analytical thinking and root-cause analysis
Decision making and critical thinking
Effective oral and written communication
Technical excellence and structured technical problem solving
Project management knowledge
Product testing knowledge and experience
Troubleshooting technical problems in a manufacturing or product development environment
Ability to troubleshoot hardware failures, PLC inputs/outputs, and performance gaps
Must pass background screening
Must pass drug and alcohol screening
Visa sponsorship is not available
Must not require employer-specific visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Potential annual bonuses
Paid vacation days
Paid holidays
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)
401k savings plan
Health savings account (HSA)
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Short and long-term disability coverage
Life Insurance
Paid parental leave
Healthy Lifestyle Programs
Employee Assistance Programs
Voluntary Benefits (Ex. Accident, Identity Theft Protection)
Employee Discounts
Career Development
Incentive bonus
Adoption benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
Domestic relocation assistance
Onsite work five days a week