Manager, Engineering Transformation

Caterpillar Inc.

Engineering Transformation Manager leading AI initiatives for Caterpillar. Overseeing AI technologies to improve engineering productivity and quality in a global team environment.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timePeoria • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $147,760 - $240,110 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading AI transformation initiatives, with a strong focus on software development lifecycle optimization and team leadership. Capable of translating AI capabilities into measurable business outcomes while fostering organizational awareness and capability in AI.

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AI Transformation LeadershipSoftware Development Lifecycle OptimizationTeam LeadershipAI/ML Application ExperienceFunctional Safety Standards Familiarity

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Hard Skills

AI-Enabled EngineeringCode GenerationDefect DetectionAnalytics AutomationCI/CDValidation ProcessesLarge Dataset ManagementDigital TransformationEnterprise-Scale Implementations

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationCommunication

Industry Keywords

ISO 26262IEC 61508Engineering ToolsAI-Driven AutomationWorkflow Redesign

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineering specialists focused on AI-enabled engineering and validation transformation.
Establish clear objectives, KPIs, and delivery roadmaps aligned to business outcomes (productivity, quality, cycle time).
Oversee execution of AI initiatives from concept through division scaling, ensuring measurable impact.
Direct development and deployment of AI-assisted solutions for: Code generation, review, and defect detection, Software development lifecycle optimization, Analytics automation (GenAI & Agentic AI).
Drive adoption of AI as a standard engineering capability rather than isolated experimentation.
Identify and prioritize high-impact opportunities for AI-driven automation and workflow redesign.
Collaborate with engineering leaders, product teams, and division stakeholders to align AI initiatives with business goals.
Communicate outcomes, risks, and roadmap to senior leadership.
Build organizational awareness and capability in AI through training, coaching, and best practices dissemination.

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of experience in software engineering, systems engineering, or engineering tools, with hands-on AI/ML application experience.
3+ years of experience in team leadership or supervisory roles.
Deep understanding of software development lifecycle, CI/CD, and validation processes.
Experience in vehicle/site connectivity, large dataset management.
Strong ability to translate AI capabilities into business value and operational outcomes.
Experience leading AI transformation initiatives in validation, quality, or engineering domains.
Familiarity with functional safety standards (ISO 26262, IEC 61508, etc.)
Background in digital transformation and enterprise-scale implementations.

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