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.

About CaterpillarCaterpillar is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives.

We are a leader and proudly have the largest global presence in the industries we serve. For over 95 years, Caterpillar has been making sustainable progress possible and driving positive change on every continent. Here you'll find challenges that excite you and development opportunities to build a lifelong career.

About the roleCaterpillar is looking for an enthusiastic validation lead to work on automated robotic systems operating in a challenging underground operational environment.

This is a key role supporting the evolution of our MineStar for underground product ecosystem through its lifecycles. This role will support the validation planning, test asset development, test collaboration and execution of an end-to-end validation plan.

As a validation lead, the incumbent will work with cross-functional teams in product definition, engineering delivery, and customer support to ensure quality and fit-for-purpose product outcomes.

Job Duties:
Provide program management leadership with documentation to inform program gate reviews for validation and compliance activities.

Represent validation engineering (as a discipline stakeholder) throughout the MineStar for underground systems lifecycle, from product need definition to Test and Evaluation (T&E).

Maintain a focus on quality and proving customer value throughout program execution.

Develop key program definition documentation including test concepts, validation requirements, and validation plan related to the Test and Evaluation Master Plan.

Lead issue management process between test teams, engineering development, and product support.

Lead the collaboration between various test and execution teams to ensure prioritization, adequate test coverage, and risk communication.

Support the planning and execution of Caterpillar lead test and evaluation activities at proving grounds and at customer locations.

Engage with customers, Caterpillar dealers, and mining solutions team members through periodic product demonstrations.

Key Skills Desired:
For a bachelor's degree in an accredited technical Engineering or Computer Science curriculum.

Minimum of 5+ years of experience as a validation lead in the development of complex systems having applied systems engineering methodologies.

Experience validating complex systems involving hardware and software in a challenging environment. Demonstrate excellent communication, analytical skills, and the ability to perform complex assignments. Strong interpersonal, technical leadership, and communication skills are required.

Strong networking skills to enable obtaining resources and cooperation needed to remove roadblocks to ensure the success of required activities.

Ability to write and speak clearly about a technical subject matter. Experience in documentation and revision control in various forms (git, wiki, or others). Experience in test and evaluation toolsets for definition, planning, and reporting.

Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive salary based on degree and professional industry working experience.

The Total Rewards package includes:
Competitive remuneration package

Attractive Bonus and Share options

Higher Superannuation

Career development with global prospects

A strong commitment to safety and your well-being

An inclusive workplace culture focused on quality, customer service, and the environment

A commitment to diversity and inclusion, equal opportunity, and equal outcome

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The opportunity to do truly meaningful work in a supportive, constructive culture that encourages you to make the most of your talents.

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