
Data Scientist II, Downtime and Condition Monitoring
Caterpillar Inc.
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Chicago • Illinois • United 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
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
data gatheringdata miningdata processingdata modelingstatistical techniquestime seriesnatural language processingmachine learningPythonSQL
Soft Skills
problem-solvinginitiativeinterpersonal skillscommunication
Certifications
Bachelors degreeMasters degreePhD degree