Senior Data Engineer, Cat Digital

Career Area:
Technology, Digital and Data
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.
Cat Digital is the digital and technology arm of Caterpillar Inc., leveraging the latest technologies to build industry leading digital solutions for our customers and dealers. With over 1.5 million connected assets worldwide, our teams use data, technology, advanced analytics, telematics, and AI capabilities to help our customers build a better, more sustainable world.
Job Summary:
This position on the Marketing Data & Engineering team will support the implementation of data products. The Marketing Data & Engineering team supports Cat Digital's overall marketing efforts having responsibility for data pipelines and products used to reach our customers where they are in their journey.
This position will be responsible for enhancing profiles for visitors, contacts, and customer personas. You will not only be expected to solution across multiple cloud database technologies but daily collaboration with various business & technical teams will be vital. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record of progressive technical responsibility, demonstrated communication skills, and comfort with a rapid-paced environment.
What You Will Do:

• Implement and document standardized data models
• Build and document data pipelines required to support those models
• Work with multiple international teams for overall success of shared goals
• Execute proofs of concept as needed to prove out solutions
• Support senior team members on implementation issues and best practices
• Regularly report on initiative status to peers and leadership
• Standard administration tasks like time reporting, accomplishing training requirements, and task tracking via Azure DevOps

What You Will Have:

• Data Modeling Expertise: Working knowledge of implementing and documenting standardized data models; ability to translate requirements into well‑structured datasets.
• Data Pipeline Engineering: Extensive knowledge of building and supporting cloud‑based data pipelines; understanding of ingestion, transformation, and orchestration patterns.
• Cloud Database Proficiency: Working knowledge of cloud database technologies; ability to apply best practices for performance and scalability.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with international business and technical teams; capability to communicate progress and technical concepts clearly.
• Solution Prototyping & Innovation: Ability to support execution of proofs of concept to validate technical approaches; interest in exploring and learning new technologies.
• Progressive Technical Ownership: Demonstrated progression in technical capabilities and responsibility; ability to execute tasks autonomously while seeking guidance when needed.

Considerations for Top Candidates:

• Experience with web tracking, social, and ad platform data sets
• Working knowledge of SQL & Python
• Experience with web based ETL and/or Reverse ETL technologies
• Experience with Microsoft productivity tools
• Familiarity with Google Cloud and AWS capabilities
• Experience with BigQuery and/or Snowflake

Additional Information:
This position will have the option to be based out of our Chicago, IL or Peoria, IL offices.
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What You Will Get:
Working with a Fortune 100 leader, you can build your career on a global scale and take advantage of development opportunities with emerging technologies. We've created an inclusive environment for you to explore your passions, make an impact and do the work that really matters. Join Us.
About Caterpillar
Caterpillar Inc. is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we've been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
Summary Pay Range:
$112,710.00 - $183,140.00
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
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.
Posting Dates:
January 29, 2026 - February 15, 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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