Digital Simulation Manager

Caterpillar

Digital Simulation Manager

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San Antonio TX USA

Hybrid

173K-259K Annually

Mid level

Artificial Intelligence • Cloud • Internet of Things • Software • Cybersecurity • Industrial

Cat Digital uses digital technologies to help Caterpillar Inc. customers build a better more sustainable world.

The Role

The Digital Simulation Manager leads the strategy and delivery of digital twin capabilities in manufacturing focusing on performance improvement and operational agility. Responsibilities include defining product vision managing use cases optimizing manufacturing processes and ensuring integration with enterprise systems.

Summary Generated by Built In

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.
Role Summary:
The Digital Twin Product Owner for Modern Manufacturing leads the strategy roadmap and delivery of digital twin capabilities that enable the next generation of manufacturing operations.
This role is responsible for defining and managing the digital twin product portfolio enabling virtual modelling simulation and optimization of manufacturing systems across global production environments.
The product owner ensures the digital twin capabilities deliver measurable improvements in throughput quality uptime and operational agility by enabling engineering and plant teams to simulate test and optimize production processes before changes and implemented I the physical environment.
This role operates at the intersection of manufacturing operations industrial engineering data platforms and enterprise technology translating business objectives into scalable digital capabilities that accelerate modern manufacturing transformation.
What You Will Do:
Product Strategy & Roadmap

Define and own the digital twin product vision and roadmap aligned to the modern manufacturing strategy.
Identify high value use cases including factory simulation line balancing virtual commissioning etc.
Prioritize investments based on business value operational impact and scalability.

Product Ownership & Delivery

Serve as the accountable owner for digital twin capabilities across manufacturing operations
Manage the product backlog release planning and feature prioritization.
Ensure alignment across engineering manufacturing data platform and IT teams.

Use Case Development: Partner with plants to define and prioritize digital twin use cases lead pilots and scale across global facilities and replicate best practices for digital twin adoption within plant operations.
Manufacturing Optimization: Enable plant teams to simulate production flow machine interactions process bottlenecks and quality variation to provide operational improvements including cycle time reduction capacity optimization and predictive maintenance strategies.
Platform Integration: Establish data synchronization between physical assets and virtual models while partnering with IT to seamlessly integrate across key enterprise systems (ERP MES etc.)
Governance: Establish model fidelity standards simulation validation methods and data governance practices.
What skills you will have:
Software Product Management:

Leads complex digital product development initiatives within manufacturing environments guiding products from concept through delivery while balancing technical feasibility operational constraints and stakeholder priorities.
Demonstrates consistent success delivering complex technology products in active manufacturing settings ensuring alignment across engineering operations and business teams.

Software Product Business Knowledge:

Applies a strong understanding of manufacturing operations including production systems automation and quality management to define product vision functional roadmaps and long-term platform strategies.
Uses domain expertise to anticipate user needs align product capabilities to operational realities and shape scalable digital solutions across manufacturing use cases.

Business Acumen:

Leverages deep manufacturing and digital transformation knowledge to inform product and investment decisions that align with enterprise objectives and operational performance goals.
Evaluates product opportunities and trade-offs through the lens of business impact manufacturability scalability and long-term value.

Value Realization:

Drives digital transformation initiatives with a strong focus on measurable outcomes ensuring technology investments deliver tangible improvements in efficiency quality and operational effectiveness.
Aligns product execution with value realization by integrating process change technology adoption and performance measurement within manufacturing environments.

Top candidates will also have:

Experience with digital twin simulation or industrial modeling techniques
Hands-on experience with NVIDIA Omniverse including:
- Omniverse Kit
- USD (Universal Scene Description)
Experience integrating real-time industrial data into software systems
Background in industrial IoT MES or smart manufacturing platforms
Experience operating within large global manufacturing organizations

Additional Information:
This position requires the candidate to work onsite five days a week at one of the following locations: Seguin TX; Mossville IL; Decatur IL; Lafayette IN; or Irving TX.
Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position.
Visa sponsorship is NOT available with this position.
This position may require up to 25% travel.
Summary Pay Range:
$172630.00 - $258950.00
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.
Posting Dates:
May 15 2026 - May 19 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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Skills Required

Experience with digital twin simulation or industrial modeling techniques
Hands-on experience with NVIDIA Omniverse
Experience integrating real-time industrial data into software systems
Background in industrial IoT MES or smart manufacturing platforms
Experience operating within large global manufacturing organizations

What the Team is Saying

Caterpillar Compensation & Benefits Highlights

Healthcare Strength—Health coverage is described as broad with multiple plan options and expanded mental‑health support via an assistance program. Tools and wellness initiatives that help find high‑value care reinforce the overall medical offering.
Retirement Support—Savings programs include a 401(k) with employer matching and for some groups additional annual contributions based on age and service. Stock purchase opportunities provide another avenue for long‑term financial benefits.
Leave & Time Off Breadth—Paid time off holidays and paid volunteer time are highlighted across many roles. Parental and adoption benefits are also called out within the broader Total Rewards framework.

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The Company

HQ: Irving TX

100000 Employees

Year Founded: 1925

What We Do

Cat Digital is the digital and technology arm of Caterpillar Inc. responsible for bringing digital capabilities to our world-famous yellow iron. With over 1.5M connected assets worldwide our teams use data technology advanced analytics and AI capabilities to help our customers build a better world.

Why Work With Us

The Cat Digital team is at the forefront of Caterpillar’s evolution. We take pride in solving complex problems by building new systems from the ground up. On our team you’ll leverage data from across our entire enterprise to find solutions that open a new world of possibilities for our customers and dealers. Join us in building a better tomorrow.