Caterpillar Inc.

Data Scientist II – Data Algorithms, Optimization

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

  • Design, develop, and maintain advanced analytical models, including machine learning and statistical approaches, to support digital products and enterprise initiatives.
  • Analyze large, complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to define analytical requirements and translate business questions into data science solutions.
  • Support data quality initiatives by validating data sources, identifying gaps, and recommending improvements.
  • Communicate insights and model results clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of analytics tools, methodologies, and best practices within Cat Digital.

Requirements

  • Typically, a Bachelors, Masters, or PhD degree in Applied Statistics, Data Science, Business Analytics, Predictive Analytics, Business Intelligence & Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering (Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, Industrial, Agricultural, etc.), or equivalent technical degree
  • Hands-on experience: applying Python programming to solve business challenges.
  • advanced data analysis and statistical methods such as regression, hypothesis testing, ANOVA, statistical process control, etc.
  • practical applications of Machine Learning techniques such as Clustering, Logistic Regression, Random Forests, SVM or Neural Networks.
  • working with generative AI, with an understanding of strengths, limitations, and responsible use considerations.
  • Advanced experience in quantifying the costs, benefits, risks and chances for success before recommending a course of action.
  • In-depth technical and problem-solving skills and evidence of continuous learning in the analytics field
  • Working knowledge with cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, etc.)
  • Advanced experience with version control / repositories such as GitHub
  • Experience operating in an Agile environment
  • 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
Pythonmachine learningstatistical methodsregressionhypothesis testingANOVAstatistical process controlClusteringLogistic RegressionRandom Forests
Soft Skills
problem-solvingcommunicationinitiativeinterpersonal skillscontinuous learning