Caterpillar

Principal Digital GenAI Product Manager; In-Cab Experience

Reposted 14 Hours Ago

Chicago IL USA

Hybrid

148K-240K 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 the development and lifecycle management of AI-powered capabilities for Caterpillar's machines enhancing operator productivity and safety through intelligent context-aware experiences.

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 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.
As Generative AI Product Manager for Caterpillar you will lead the development integration and lifecycle management of AI-powered capabilities embedded directly into Caterpillar machines. This role focuses on delivering multimodal voice-guided and context-aware experiences that enhance operator productivity safety and comfort through intelligent real-time assistance.
You will oversee the day-to-day activities and cross-functional teams supporting the design engineering testing and deployment of GEN AI agents tailored for in-cab environments. This includes managing the product roadmap aligning with enterprise AI governance and ensuring seamless integration with machine systems and digital platforms.
What You Will Do:
Product Strategy & Roadmap

Define and evolve the GEN AI product vision for In-Cab experiences aligned with Caterpillar's AI Assistant roadmap and enterprise transformation goals
Drive prioritization of features such as voice interaction operator coaching real-time condition monitoring and proactive safety alerts

Cross-functional Leadership

Collaborate with engineering UX data science and platform teams to deliver edge-deployed AI agents with low latency and high reliability
Partner with Cat Digital DPM and Cat Technology teams to ensure alignment with broader enterprise AI strategies

Lifecycle Management

Oversee the full lifecycle of GEN AI agents from ideation and prototyping to testing deployment and continuous improvement
Ensure compliance with governance frameworks security protocols and production readiness standards

Customer & Dealer Enablement

Champion user-centric design for in-cab interfaces enabling intuitive access to operator manuals troubleshooting guides and personalized recommendations
Support customer onboarding through embedded coaching and contextual guidance features

Performance & Analytics

Monitor agent performance usage patterns and feedback to inform enhancements and ensure measurable impact on operator efficiency and safety

Innovation & R&D

Lead proof-of-concept initiatives with external partners and internal teams to explore new GEN AI capabilities

What You Will Have:

Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Apply AI ethics and risk frameworks to guide decisions on agent behavior data usage and model selection
Effective Communications: Translate complex AI concepts into actionable insights for stakeholders across engineering product and field operations
Software Change Request Management: Manage change requests for AI agent configurations model updates and edge deployment protocols.
Software Engineering: Lead development of AI agents using modular architectures ensuring flexibility in LLM selection and minimizing hallucinations
Software Product Business Knowledge: Understand the business impact of in-cab AI features on operator productivity safety and customer satisfaction
Software Product Management: Navigate ambiguity in emerging AI technologies balancing innovation with operational feasibility and compliance
Software Product Technical Knowledge: Deep familiarity with edge computing machine telemetry and integration with Caterpillar's digital ecosystem.
Marketing Strategy and Positioning: Position the In-Cab AI Assistant as a transformative capability in Caterpillar's product portfolio supporting upselling and customer retention

Considerations For Top Candidates:

Experienced with Agile methodology
Experience managing product backlog
Experience working with BI tools such as PowerBI or Tableau
Experience with Python programming is a plus

Summary Pay Range:
$147760.00 - $240110.00
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 16 2026 - January 25 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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Top Skills

Edge Computing

Machine Telemetry

Power BI

Python

Tableau

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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.