Lead Data Scientist

Caterpillar

Lead Data Scientist

Posted 10 Hours Ago

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Peoria IL USA

Hybrid

128K-209K Annually

Senior 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

Lead data science efforts: integrate large data sources direct data gathering and modeling implement NLP and machine learning optimize models and algorithms define analysis requirements and present insights via data visualization to inform business decisions.

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.
Cat Technology has an open position as a Lead Data Scientist. This position will report to the data and analytics manager for Cat Technology.
Cat Technology is transforming the way our customers work - not just by building smarter machines but by delivering integrated scalable solutions that deliver real-world outcomes. Technology is a competitive differentiator. We collaborate with partners across the enterprise to advance technologies including autonomy and automation which helps enhance site safety productivity and efficiency across customer operations worldwide. Our focus isn't just on what we build but how we build it. We scale technology solutions across the business. We spearhead product development tools and processes. We collaborate with our partners to provide a seamless experience for our customers. We are obsessed with speed simplicity and customer outcomes.
What You Will Do:

Connect various data sources across multiple segments to ensure accurate reporting of metrics.
Direct the data gathering data mining and data processing processes in huge volume; creating appropriate data models.
Exploring promoting and implementing semantic data capabilities through Natural Language Processing text analysis and machine learning techniques.
Leading to define requirements and scope of data analyses; presenting and reporting possible business insights to management using data visualization technologies.
Conducting research on data model optimization and algorithms to improve effectiveness and accuracy on data analyses.

What you will have:

Business Statistics: Knowledge of the statistical tools processes and practices to describe business results in measurable scales; ability to use statistical tools and processes to assist in making business decisions.
Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.
Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
Machine Learning: Knowledge of principles technologies and algorithms of machine learning; ability to develop implement and deliver related systems products and services.
Programming Languages: Knowledge of basic concepts and capabilities of programming; ability to use tools techniques and platforms in order to write and modify programming languages.
Query and Database Access Tools: Knowledge of data management systems; ability to use support and access facilities for searching extracting and formatting data for further use.
Requirements Analysis: Knowledge of tools methods and techniques of requirement analysis; ability to elicit analyze and record required business functionality and non-functionality requirements to ensure the success of a system or software development project.

Consideration for top candidates:

Strong diagnostic and analytic ability
Analytical Programming experience with Snowflake Python
Data visualization experience in PowerBI
Ability to collect identify analyze and interpret business data using various kinds of techniques to meet business needs and requirements
Strong communications skills with ability to convey complex concepts in simple terms based on audience perspective

Additional Details:

This position requires the candidate to work full-time at the Mossville IL or Irving TX office
Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position.
Visa sponsorship is NOT available with this position.
This position will require up to 10% travel

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Summary Pay Range:
$128470.00 - $208770.00
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:
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

Business statistics knowledge
Accuracy and attention to detail
Analytical thinking and root cause analysis
Machine learning principles and algorithms
Programming knowledge and ability to write/modify code
Query and database access tools knowledge
Requirements analysis skills
Analytical programming experience with Snowflake and Python
Data visualization experience (Power BI)
Natural Language Processing and text analysis experience
Strong diagnostic and analytic ability
Strong communication skills (convey complex concepts simply)

What the Team is Saying

Caterpillar Compensation & Benefits Highlights

Healthcare Strength—Core benefits include medical dental vision disability life insurance and an enhanced Employee Assistance Program with expanded mental health sessions and tools to help find high‑value care. Coverage breadth and plan options are emphasized for most full‑time roles.
Retirement Support—A 401(k) savings plan with company match is broadly available and some groups receive an additional age‑ or service‑based non‑elective annual contribution. Certain represented facilities also saw improved retirement contributions under a recent agreement.
Strong & Reliable Incentives—Many roles participate in short‑term incentive or gainsharing programs with regular bonuses described for full‑time employees. These incentives are positioned as a routine component of total compensation for eligible positions.

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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.