Career Area:

Engineering

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.

Role Definition:
Defines robotic needs for businesses; provides technical leadership on complex solutions for robotics software development, testing and validation processes.

Responsibilities:
As a Technical Program Manager at Caterpillar, you will be responsible for creating Functional & Detailed Technical Requirements for TechAdvisor.CAT.com – a digital application that enables Dealers to improve Sales, Service & Support experience on Digital Technology Applications for CI & RI Domain.
You will work with Commercial, Service & Support Teams & Digital Application owners of CI and RI Domains to sensitize a Common User experience to Configure/ Integrate/ Support the right Technology Option. You will understand the requirements prioritized by the Dealer Community to develop Proof of Concepts of various Features & vet it with Dealers to gain interest and further prioritize those Features for Future releases. You will drive Technical Marketing strategies to promote TechAdvisor.CAT.com to our Dealers.
In addition, you will create business/ commercial proposals on developing ideas/ concepts to improve our Digital offering to our Construction Customers & drive its execution.

Degree Requirement:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, Agile, Scrum) preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 9-10 years of experience in a technical program management role, preferably within a manufacturing or engineering environment.

Skill Descriptors

Communicating Complex Concepts:
Level Working Knowledge: 

• Project Leadership: Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex technical programs, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and objectives.
• Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with stakeholders, including product managers, engineers, and senior management, to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.

Effective Communications: 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.
Level Working Knowledge: 

• Maintain clear and effective communication channels with all project stakeholders, providing regular updates and addressing any issues promptly.

Technical Excellence: Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.
Level Working Knowledge: 

• Strong leadership and team-building capabilities.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Proficient in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Waterfall).
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with manufacturing processes, product development, and quality management systems.

Strategic Thinking: Knowledge of the importance of "big picture" thinking and planning; ability to apply organizational acumen and competitiveness to identify and maintain focus on key success factors for the organization.
Level Working Knowledge: 

• Explains elements of the strategy to others and encourages questions.
• Makes sound recommendations when faced with complex and contradictory alternatives.

Relocation is available for this position.

Posting Dates:

August 19, 2024 - September 1, 2024

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

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