
Senior Test & Validation Engineer
Caterpillar Inc.
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Tucson • Arizona • United States
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Salary
💰 $89,210 - $133,810 per year
Job Level
Tech Stack
About the role
- Lead Testing Projects: Plan and execute full-scale tests on advanced equipment and technologies to confirm they meet engineering and customer requirements.
- Drive Safety & Quality: Make safety your top priority and champion continuous improvement in every aspect of testing.
- Own the Process: Develop test plans, write work instructions, manage machine builds/modifications, define instrumentation, and analyze results.
- Solve Complex Challenges: Apply your technical skills across mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, electronic, and software systems.
- Leverage Data: Use tools like Excel, Tableau, DATK, and MS Office to turn raw data into actionable insights.
- Collaborate & Innovate: Work closely with engineers, technicians, and operators to deliver projects on time and within budget.
- Hands-On Experience: Operate mining equipment after training and gain deep knowledge of machine systems.
- Continuous Improvement: Share ideas to enhance safety, efficiency, and product performance.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- Technical Excellence: Experience in testing or validation within heavy equipment, automotive, or industrial machinery.
- Product Testing: Experience designing and executing testing strategies.
- Experience with construction, forestry, mining or agricultural equipment is a plus.
- Troubleshooting Technical Problems: Ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues related to machine performance.
- Uses tools such as CAT ET, CANape, and Cadet for machine functionality.
- Additional Core Skills: Accuracy and Attention to Detail.
- Analytical Thinking.
- Decision Making and Critical Thinking.
- Effective Communication.
- Project Management.
- Top Candidates Will Also Have Strong computer skills and ability to manage multiple software applications.
- Experience with TCE, DATK, SuperComm 2, Cadet, Caterpillar Electronic Technician, CANape, and electrical troubleshooting.
- Background in product development, machine testing, mining, or mechanical/hydraulic systems.
- Ability to work on your feet for extended periods in varied conditions (indoor/outdoor, hot/cold, dusty).
- Ability to safely operate equipment after training.
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
mechanical systemshydraulic systemselectrical systemselectronic systemssoftware systemstesting strategiestroubleshootingdata analysisproject managementmachine performance
Soft Skills
accuracyattention to detailanalytical thinkingdecision makingcritical thinkingeffective communicationcollaborationinnovationcontinuous improvementproblem solving