Job Description
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.
The Rental Connectivity Specialist is responsible for enabling connectivity solutions across non-CAT (allied) equipment within the rental ecosystem. This role serves as the bridge between allied OEM vendors internal technology teams and field/service operations to deploy integrate and sustain telematics and connectivity hardware at scale.
The position ensures allied equipment is fully integrated into digital fleet platforms enabling visibility utilization tracking and customer value through connected rental offerings.
What Will You Do:
Connectivity Deployment & Integration
- Coordinate installation of connectivity hardware at allied vendor manufacturing facilities and retrofit locations
- Partner with CAT technology/telematics teams to ensure compatibility standards adherence and data flow integrity
- Develop and execute rollout plans for new allied equipment models
- Troubleshoot installation issues and ensure timely resolution across vendors and internal teams
Vendor Engagement & Factory Coordination
- Establish working relationships with allied OEMs and key supplier contacts
- Define and standardize installation processes bill-of-material (BOM) requirements and quality expectations
- Conduct factory visits and onsite support to ensure successful hardware integration
- Drive adoption of connectivity standards among allied vendors
- 3. Rental Connectivity Enablement
- Ensure connectivity readiness for fleet onboarding into rental systems
- Support integration of telematics data into rental platforms and customer-facing tools
- Partner with rental operations teams to ensure seamless activation and commissioning workflows
- Monitor connectivity performance uptime and data quality
Program & Process Development
- Build scalable processes for deployment tracking and lifecycle management of connectivity hardware
- Maintain documentation installation guides and SOPs for internal and external stakeholders
- Identify continuous improvement opportunities in deployment efficiency and vendor execution
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Serve as a liaison between:
- Vendors
- CAT digital/technology teams
- Rental operations
- Supply chain and procurement
- Align stakeholders on timelines priorities and issue resolution
- Communicate status risks and performance metrics to leadership
Issue Resolution & Support
- Lead root cause analysis for connectivity failures or data issues
- Coordinate corrective actions across vendors and internal engineering teams
- Provide escalation support for critical deployments or fleet disruptions
What Will You Have:
Technical / Functional
- Understanding of telematics IoT devices or fleet connectivity systems
- Familiarity with hardware installation wiring and basic diagnostics (off-highway or heavy equipment preferred)
- Knowledge of data integration concepts (APIs fleet management systems or telematics platforms)
- Ability to interpret technical documentation and collaborate with engineers
Program & Execution
- Strong project management capabilities (multi-site deployment coordination)
- Process development and standardization mindset
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent vendor engagements and timelines
- Detail-oriented execution with a focus on scalability and repeatability
Relationship Management
- Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with external vendors and OEM partners
- Experience influencing without direct authority
- Strong stakeholder management across technical and operational teams
- Comfortable working across organizational boundaries and differing priorities
- Communication
- Clear communicator with ability to translate technical concepts into business terms
- Strong written documentation skills (SOPs requirements vendor guidelines)
- Effective in leading meetings driving alignment and resolving conflicts
Top Candidate Will Also Have:
Extensive experience in one or more of the following:
- Equipment/fleet management
- Telematics or IoT deployment
- OEM/vendor technical coordination
- Field service or product support in heavy equipment / industrial environment
- Demonstrated experience working with external vendors or manufacturers
- Experience in cross-functional project delivery (technology + operations)
- Background in heavy equipment construction rental or industrial machinery sectors
- Experience with factory-level integration or OEM product support
- Familiarity with telematics ecosystems
- Experience deploying hardware at scale across multiple sites or partners
Additional Details:
- The location for this position: Irving TX. (Dallas) or Chicago IL. or Phoenix AZ. or Broomfield CO. or Peoria IL or Raleigh NC.
- Domestic relocation assistance is not available for this position.
- This position may require 50% travel or more.
- Sponsorship is not available.
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Summary Pay Range:
$112710.00 - $169060.00
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:
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
- Understanding of telematics IoT devices or fleet connectivity systems
- Familiarity with hardware installation wiring and basic diagnostics
- Knowledge of data integration concepts
- Strong project management capabilities
- Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with external vendors
What the Team is Saying







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.
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05/29/2026
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