Data Scientist

About the Role

Employment Type: Full time 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. Hear about the Caterpillar Experience for yourself

Role Definition

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Data Scientist to join our Digital team in the US Drivetrain facility. This role is pivotal in developing data-driven solutions that directly support teams in the facility like Supply Chain, Quality, LEAN, and Operations.

What You Will Do

• Design, develop, and maintain data pipelines and reporting solutions using Snowflake based SQL, Power BI, and Python.
• Build and deploy web-based applications using Django and Python, hosted on Azure.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business needs and translate them into data-driven solutions.
• Support ongoing automation efforts across the facility by integrating data science and software tools.
• Ensure data integrity, security, and performance across all applications and databases.

Skills You Must Have

• Business Statistics: Knowledge of the statistical tools, processes, and practices to describe business results in measurable scales; ability to use statistical tools and processes to assist in making business decisions.
• Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.
• Analytical Thinking: 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.
• Programming Languages: Knowledge of basic concepts and capabilities of programming; ability to use tools, techniques and platforms in order to write and modify programming languages.
• Query and Database Access Tools: Knowledge of data management systems; ability to use, support and access facilities for searching, extracting and formatting data for further use.
• Requirements Analysis: Knowledge of tools, methods, and techniques of requirement analysis; ability to elicit, analyze and record required business functionality and non-functionality requirements to ensure the success of a system or software development project.

Top Candidates Will Also Have

• Bachelor’s Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency in SQL, Python, Power BI, Django, or related programming languages.
• Familiarity with utilizing databases for SQL or application development.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Great communication and organizational skills.

Additional Information

• This position will close 8/15/2025 at 11:59 pm.
• The location for this position is East Peoria, IL (Building KK) and requires the employee to work a 5-day-a-week schedule onsite.
• Relocation assistance is NOT available.
• Sponsorship is NOT available.
• This position may require less than 10% travel.

Final Details

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Summary Pay Range

$79,800.00 - $119,760.00 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 the overall compensation package.