Caterpillar Inc.

Data Scientist II, Downtime and Condition Monitoring

Caterpillar Inc.

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: ChicagoIllinoisUnited States

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Salary

💰 $97,530 - $158,480 per year

About the role

  • Performing the data gathering, mining and processing processes in huge volume; creating appropriate data models.
  • Exploring, promoting, and implementing advanced statistical techniques (such as time series, NLP, genAI…), including tests, validation and delivery.
  • Implement innovative data model optimization framework and algorithms to improve effectiveness and accuracy on models in production.
  • Provide support to technical partners as well as business partners to drive adoption.
  • Defining requirements and scope of data analyses; create documentation, compelling presentations and visualizations to explain complex technical algorithms and impacts into understandable business language.

Requirements

  • Typically, a Bachelors, Masters, or PhD degree in Applied Statistics, Physics, Data Science, Business Analytics, Predictive Analytics, Business Intelligence & Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering (Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, Industrial, Agricultural, etc.), or equivalent technical degree.
  • Extensive experience applying Python (NumPy, SciPy, pandas, etc.) and SQL programming to solve business challenges is a must.
  • Extensive experience with advanced data analysis and statistical methods (typically 4+ years).
  • Extensive experience in practical applications of Machine Learning techniques such as Clustering, Logistic Regression, Random Forests, SVM or Neural Networks.
  • Working experience with heavy equipment engineering is an advantage.
  • In-depth technical and problem-solving skills and evidence of continuous learning in the analytics field.
  • Advanced experience with version control / repositories such as GitHub.
  • Must demonstrate strong initiative, interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate effectively.
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
data gatheringdata miningdata processingdata modelingstatistical techniquestime seriesnatural language processingmachine learningPythonSQL
Soft Skills
problem-solvinginitiativeinterpersonal skillscommunication
Certifications
Bachelors degreeMasters degreePhD degree