Site Manager – Autonomous Mining Technology

Caterpillar Inc.

Caterpillar MineStar Site Manager leading autonomous haulage operations at a Northern Nevada mine site. Driving safety, performance, customer success, and technology outcomes.

Posted 9/2/2026full-timeArizona, Colorado, Nevada, Utah • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $147,760 - $221,640 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in autonomous mine operations and mining technology, with a strong focus on customer success and operational excellence. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders to drive action and ensure safe operations of Autonomous Haulage Solutions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Autonomous Mine OperationsMining TechnologyCommand For HaulingLeadership Through InfluenceOperational Excellence

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Hard Skills

Field SupportSite-Based Technology RolesComplex Technical AnalysisOperational Challenge ManagementSafety Metrics Management

Soft Skills

Consultative MindsetStakeholder InfluenceCustomer Success CommitmentRelationship BuildingProblem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

College DegreeUniversity Degree

Industry Keywords

Autonomous Haulage SolutionMining OperationsZero Harm CommitmentFleet UtilizationProduction Uptime

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Represent Caterpillar on site and lead the success of the Autonomous Haulage Solution (AHS)
Coordinate Caterpillar product groups, dealers, and customer stakeholders
Lead and support Autonomous Application Specialists, Project Engineers, and Autonomous On-Board Specialists
Partner with the customer’s Command team
Drive technology availability, fleet utilization, production, uptime, cost per ton, and safety metrics
Influence Caterpillar product groups and internal partners to accelerate corrective actions
Minimize operational impact from product or production issues
Partner with the Mining Region Director, Site Performance Manager, Commercial Manager, and Sales teams on commercial growth opportunities
Advise customer and dealer operations and maintenance leaders on Command for Hauling and autonomous operations best practices
Build and maintain executive-level relationships with mine leadership, business decision-makers, and subject-matter experts
Serve as the Responsible Person for on-site Caterpillar personnel
Ensure safe operation of the entire AHS system
Champion Caterpillar’s Zero Harm commitment and embed safety into site operations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Extensive experience in autonomous mine operations, mining technology, and Command for Hauling environments
Background in field support, mine operations, Autonomous Run Teams, or site-based technology roles
Proven ability to lead through influence and align multiple teams without direct authority
Consultative mindset with strong commitment to customer success and operational excellence
Ability to navigate sensitive issues, influence stakeholders, and drive action across organizations
Ability to manage complex technical and operational challenges requiring analysis, prioritization, and follow-through
College or university degree or equivalent experience
Mining and mechanical engineering degrees highly desired
Must be available for a Monday–Thursday roster
Must be able to work at the mine site in Northern Nevada
Sponsorship is not available
Successful completion of a drug screen required

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
Domestic relocation assistance
Drug screen required as a condition of employment