Caterpillar Inc.

Senior Data Scientist, Condition Monitoring

Caterpillar Inc.

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: ChicagoIllinoisUnited States

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Salary

💰 $112,710 - $183,140 per year

Job Level

About the role

  • Directing the data gathering, data mining, and data processing processes in huge volume; creating appropriate data models to support predictive maintenance.
  • Exploring, promoting, and implementing semantic data capabilities and advanced modeling paradigms to synthesize equipment insights from unstructured service data.
  • Defining requirements and scope of data analyses; presenting and reporting possible business insights to management using data visualization technologies.
  • Conducting research on data model optimization and evaluating emerging generative technologies to improve the effectiveness and accuracy of equipment health assessments.

Requirements

  • Master’s 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
  • Experience with advanced statistical methods such as survival analysis/reliability engineering, statistical process control, Bayesian inference, and time series analysis.
  • Practical applications of machine learning techniques such as Clustering, Regression/Classification, Random Forests, and Deep Learning.
  • Experience with model interpretability methods and communicating model behavior to stakeholders.
  • Competency in coaching and mentoring junior Data Scientists in the creation, validation, and application of statistical models as well as in implementing digital solutions.
  • Extensive experience applying python (NumPy, SciPy, pandas, etc) programming to solve business challenges (typically 3+ years).
  • Practical knowledge of cloud computing and workflow orchestration (e.g., Airflow) for building solutions in cloud environments (AWS, Snowflake, etc.).
  • Good communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
  • Strong initiative to research and apply modern AI advancements, including generative approaches, to further enhance the evolution of predictive maintenance capabilities.
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 methodsmachine learningmodel interpretabilitypredictive maintenancedata visualizationcloud computing
Soft Skills
communicationinterpersonal skillscollaborationcoachingmentoringinitiativeresearchpresentationreportingstakeholder communication
Certifications
Master’s degreePhD degree