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.
Role Definition
As a Connected Asset Data Specialist – Regulatory Compliance you will contribute to enterprise regulatory compliance by supporting internal product group clients and engaging with various external industry associations. This position provides support for identifying, understanding, and communicating regulatory requirements associated with product data generated by engine, machine, and power system products and their supporting digital applications along with assisting in the identification of other regulatory requirements associated with various types of digital radio devices and telematics. Data is an increasingly important part of Caterpillar’s business model, and this role is critical to reducing business risk. This position will collaborate with other data and digital device specialists in various global regions. You will also be responsible for understanding the regulatory landscape and market access requirements for many different regions around the globe and may require occasional international travel.
The impact of decisions made by this position may be far-reaching, including the project team or immediate work group, division and/or business unit, suppliers, internal and external customers, and Caterpillar markets. Decisions may significantly impact product safety, security, warranty, patents, costs, sales, or customer perceptions.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to established tools and processes to manage regulatory compliance and data governance.
- Work with design teams performing product and application compliance reviews, supporting their NTI, NPI, NMI, NSI programs.
- Review technical publications such as Operations & Maintenance Manuals and Special Instructions and various compliance related documentation such as test reports, spec sheets, declarations of conformity, certifications, etc., to ensure compliance-related matters have been properly addressed.
- Keep up to date on new industry standards and regulatory compliance requirements associated with data, and communicate requirements to team members and clients.
- Represent the company externally in various industry association engagements. Influence legislation and regulations while in draft form by working with regulatory bodies.
Skill Descriptors
- Collaborating: Knowledge of collaborative techniques; ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.
- Risk Management: Knowledge of processes, tools and techniques for assessing and controlling an organization's exposure to risks of various kinds; ability to apply knowledge of risk management appropriately to diverse situations.
- Data Gathering & Analysis: Knowledge of data gathering and analysis tools, techniques, and processes; ability to collect and synthesize data from a variety of stakeholders and sources in an objective manner to reach a conclusion, goal, or judgment.
- Product Development Best Practices: Knowledge of product development methods and ability to research, identify and apply formal disciplines and best practices for improving the quality and costs related to product development.
Top Candidates Will Have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer or Data Science, Engineering Technology, or a similar field of study from an accredited college or university.
- 10+ years of job-related experience in engineering, data science or compliance related role.
- Experience with radio or data communications and asset connectivity.
- Experience with telematics certification, data regulations and digital app development.
- Experience with generative AI, engineering development or validation experience with mobile machines, engines or power systems.
- Experience participating in industry associations or standards developing organizations.
- Extensive understanding of complex engineering concepts and applications.
- Ability to communicate technical information effectively across the organization and create professional interactions with internal teams and external agencies around the globe.
Additional Details:
- This position requires the candidate to work full-time at the Peoria, IL office.
- Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position.
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Summary Pay Range:
$128,470.00 - $192,710.00
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
This position requires working onsite five days a week.Relocation is available for this position.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:
February 2, 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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