Senior Test

Career Area:

Engineering

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Senior Test & Validation Engineer – Tucson, AZ

Location: Tucson, AZ

Relocation Assistance: Offered

Visa Sponsorship: Not offered

Travel: Up to 15%

Work Arrangement: On-site

Job Summary

Join Caterpillar's dynamic engineering team in Tucson, AZ as a Senior Test & Validation Engineer for our Large Mining Trucks – Ultra Class product line. In this role, you will lead the development and execution of advanced testing and validation processes to ensure product reliability and performance. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve design and manufacturing issues, implement innovative technologies, and optimize testing procedures for efficiency and cost-effectiveness. This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of heavy equipment and sustainable solutions. Be part of a global organization committed to building a better world.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and improve testing, validation, and development processes for new and existing products.
• Resolve design and manufacturing issues to ensure product readiness and quality.
• Implement advanced technologies such as automation, robotics, and CAM software into testing workflows.
• Develop and execute test procedures to maximize reliability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Develop proactive reliability metrics for NPI and NTI programs and ensure reliability and durability goals are communicated to system and component teams.
• Monitor and analyze test results, machine capabilities, and process performance.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure design acceptance and compliance.

Required Degree

• Bachelor's degree in an accredited Engineering discipline.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of testing and validation methodologies.
• Experience with mechanical or electrical systems in heavy equipment or similar industries.
• Ability to analyze data and troubleshoot complex engineering problems.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Skills

• Proficiency in data analysis tools.
• Experience in product development and New Product Introduction (NPI).
• Strong project management skills in engineering environments.

Summary Pay Range:

$110, $165,840.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of 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

• These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Posting Dates:

December 9, January 4, 2026

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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