Caterpillar Inc.

User Experience (UX) Engineering Fellow – Cabs

Caterpillar Inc.

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Mossville • Arizona • Illinois • United States

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Salary

💰 $159,120 - $238,680 per year

About the role

  • Drive a thorough understanding of operator needs & desires for RI products through first-hand interactions / investigations and leverage of the global team (CD, etc.)
  • Work with a cross-functional, global team to develop a consistent UX Strategy for corporate cab components, integrated solutions, and ergonomics
  • Engage with component and digital groups to integrate UX considerations into NTI/NPI and to drive awareness and alignment across the verticals
  • Build business cases to articulate the end-to-end impacts of UX Improvement Projects
  • Prioritize and manage a balanced portfolio of short and long-term projects
  • Develop and facilitate processes for governing UX and consistency across the enterprise
  • Lead efforts to secure funding for the development of preferred & consistent enterprise solutions

Requirements

  • Requires a degree in an accredited Engineering, Computer Science, or Materials Science curriculum.
  • Demonstrate ability to clearly articulate complex design and technical concepts to diverse audiences, including engineers, designers, and executives.
  • Experience presenting UX strategies, conducting workshops, and creating compelling narratives that influence decision-making.
  • Communicate effectively with operators and field teams to understand usability challenges in heavy equipment applications.
  • Apply advanced UX engineering principles and best practices to deliver intuitive, accessible, and high-performing user interfaces.
  • Experience with front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript), design systems, and usability testing to ensure seamless user experiences.
  • Hands-on experience designing and validating interfaces for heavy equipment control systems and telematics applications.
  • Provide expert guidance on emerging UX technologies, frameworks, and tools to optimize design and development workflows.
  • Experience evaluating technology trade-offs, recommending scalable solutions, and aligning UX strategies with business objectives.
  • Advise on integration of UX solutions into heavy equipment software platforms and operator-assist technologies.
  • Leverage deep UX knowledge to shape product direction and gain buy-in from stakeholders across cross-functional teams.
  • Experience mentoring peers, leading design reviews, and driving adoption of user-centered design principles throughout the organization.
  • Influence design decisions for applications that enhance operator efficiency and safety in heavy machinery environments.
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
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
UX engineeringHTMLCSSJavaScriptusability testingdesign systemsinterface designtelecommunications applicationsuser-centered designUX strategies
Soft Skills
communicationpresentationinfluencementoringcollaborationarticulation of complex conceptsproject managementstakeholder engagementprocess facilitationdecision-making
Certifications
degree in Engineeringdegree in Computer Sciencedegree in Materials Science