QA Automation Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.

Software Test Engineer at Caterpillar developing and testing software solutions for heavy equipment industries. Collaborating with a global team for high-quality product verification and validation.

Posted 7/1/2026full-timeMossville • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $97,530 - $158,480 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SDLC

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Designing, modifying , developing, writing and implementing software programming applications for target system using agile methods.
Acquiring client requirements; resolving workflow problems through automation optimization.
Writing source codes for new applications, and/or generating and enhancing code samples for existing applications.
Utilizing automated testing tools to perform the testing and maintenance.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
Software Development: Knowledge of software development tools and activities; ability to produce software products or systems in line with product requirements.
Software Development Life Cycle: Knowledge of software development life cycle; ability to use a structured methodology for delivering and managing new or enhanced software products to the marketplace.
Software Product Technical Knowledge: Knowledge of technical aspects of a software products; ability to design, configure and integrate technical aspects of software products.
Software Product Testing: Knowledge of software product testing; ability to design, plan, and execute testing strategies and tactics to ensure software product quality and adherence to stated requirements.
System Testing: Knowledge of system and software testing; ability to design, plan and execute system testing strategies and tactics to ensure the quality of software at all stages of the system life cycle.
Consideration for top candidates: Experience creating test automation
A strong understanding of the software development process and an eagerness to learn new technologies
Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and an analytical approach
Knowledge of Civil Engineering or the Civil Construction industry (preferred).
Effective and proactive communication of complex technical issues (verbal and written)
A relevant qualification or equivalent experience in a technical field (Software Testing, Engineering, Computer Science, etc.)

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

Software DevelopmentSoftware TestingAgile MethodsSource Code WritingAutomated Testing ToolsWorkflow Automation OptimizationSystem TestingTechnical Software KnowledgeCode EnhancementSoftware Product Design

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationProblem-SolvingAttention to DetailAnalytical Approach

Certifications

Relevant Qualification in Software TestingEngineeringComputer Science