Manager Analytics, Gen AI

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.
Job Summary:
Join the Gen AI Engineering team of Cat Digital and take charge of leading and coordinating a team dedicated to building advanced generative AI solutions-including intelligent agents, digital assistants, and other innovative capabilities. You will shape the development of cutting-edge products that redefine how customers and dealers interact with technology through AI-driven experiences.
What You Will Do:

• Providing strong technical support and clear direction to ensure the team is aligned with company goals and capable of delivering advanced AI projects.
• Managing resources efficiently to ensure projects are completed on schedule and to a high standard.
• Overseeing the performance of both individual team members and the team as a whole, fostering a culture of learning by identifying and addressing training and development needs.
• Establishing and supervising the implementation of engineering best practices to maintain consistency and excellence in development processes.
• Taking ownership of the quality of engineering products, making sure all solutions are robust, reliable, and meet high standards.

What You Will Have:

• Analytical Thinking: Extensive 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.
• Emerging Technologies: Extensive knowledge of emerging technologies; ability to design, apply and evaluate new information technologies for business environments.
• Innovation: Extensive knowledge of the value of innovation; ability to create and develop new ideas for answers to work-related problems that improve the performance of the organization
• Organizational Leadership: Extensive knowledge of leadership concepts and ability to use strategies and skills to enlist others in setting, embracing and achieving objectives.
• Machine Learning: Extensive knowledge of principles, technologies and algorithms of machine learning; ability to develop, implement and deliver related systems, products and services.

Considerations For Top Candidates:

• Typically, an advanced degree in statistics, data science, engineering, economics, mathematics, or a similar field with quantitative coursework is highly desired.
• Demonstratable experience delivering Gen AI solutions as an individual contributor or as a manager or lead of a team.
• Competency in coaching and mentoring Data Scientists in the creation, validation, and application of statistical models as well as in implementing digital solutions
• Experience leading analytics projects connecting data from various business domains and providing forecasts and insights to run the business profitably
• Strong initiative to research and apply new methods and digital technologies to exceed customer expectations.
• Highly developed interpersonal communication and delegation skills.
• Should have strong project management skills, team leadership skills, excellent communication skills, strong analytical and organizational skills.

Additional Information:
This position will have the option to be based out of our Chicago, IL; Peoria, IL or Irving, TX offices.
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What You Will Get:
Working with a Fortune 100 leader, you can build your career on a global scale and take advantage of development opportunities with emerging technologies. We've created an inclusive environment for you to explore your passions, make an impact and do the work that really matters. Join Us.
About Caterpillar
Caterpillar Inc. is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we've been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
Summary Pay Range:
$144,960.00 - $235,440.00
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
Relocation is available for this position.
Visa sponsorship is available for eligible applicants.
Posting Dates:
December 3, 2025 - December 15, 2025
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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