Manager, Digital Product - Cat® Inspect

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.
The Cat® Digital group is the digital and technology arm of Caterpillar Inc., responsible for bringing world class capabilities to our products and services. With over 1.5 million connected assets worldwide, we're focused on using data, technology, advanced analytics, and AI capabilities to help our customers build a better world.
Join a group of world-class digital product management professionals and develop digital products that help our customers maintain their equipment, diagnose potential issues, and schedule proactive repairs before the issues ever arise. The opportunity to make an enormous impact is truly remarkable!
Job Summary:
The Cat® Inspect team is seeking a talented and motivated Manager of Digital Products to lead strategy and development of the Cat® Inspect application and inspection services and workflows. This role will manage and lead a team of product owners and business analysts responsible for this application and services. They will work with internal and external stakeholders to develop digital product strategies that meet business partner needs and organize and prioritize the resources necessary to deliver.
What You Will Do:

• Leads the digital product management of a transformation to Cat® Inspect and inspection services - including a complete front and backend overhaul and development and integration of embedded AI workflows.
• Manages a team of product owners and business analysts responsible to deliver the Cat® Inspect application and inspection services and workflows
• Recruits and develops the best talent for the Cat® Inspect product team
• Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to develop digital product strategic plans
• Coordinates with product development engineers to track and communicate design, development, support, and maintenance problems and solutions. Developing contingency plans for potential risks.
• Develops marketing and adoption plans and materials for business growth plans.
• Delivers customer outcomes and business value to support strategic growth goals.

What You Will Have:

• Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Expert knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
• Effective Communications: Extensive understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
• Software Product Business Knowledge: Expert knowledge of and experience with the business aspects and operation of a software product; ability to manage install base, current uses, future plans, and product vision.
• Software Product Technical Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of technical aspects of a software products; ability to design, configure and integrate technical aspects of software products.

Considerations for Top Candidates:

• Field experience with Cat® Dealer operations (Sales & Services)
• Digital product management experience
• Innovation experience with analytics and AI embedded workflows in digital products

Additional Information:
This position will have the option to be based out of our Chicago, IL or Peoria, IL 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 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:
December 12, 2025 - January 4, 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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