Logistics Engineer (Automation)

Career Area:

Supply Chain and Logistics

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.

When you join Caterpillar, you’re joining a global team who care not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers and future work 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.

Our Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly every element of the services value stream. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts Distribution of Cat Parts, Integrated Logistics and Global Services supporting Caterpillar dealers and customers. Our teams work together in critical areas that leverage digital capabilities, technology and operational excellence.

As a Logistics Engineer, you will be responsible for researching, developing, and implementing automation solutions, concepts and procedures for worldwide parts distribution facilities. This role will focus primarily on autonomous vehicles, while also supporting storage automation and robotics.

Additional Information:

• This role is located in Morton IL and does not offer relocation.
• This role is 1st shift, Monday – Friday.
• This role is 100% on-site with no opportunity for hybrid or remote schedules
• This role requires up to 25% domestic or international travel. Travel will vary based on business needs and may include trips lasting up to two weeks at a time.

What You Will Do:

• Develop automated solutions to improve warehouse efficiency, material flow, and ergonomics.
• Partner with automation Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) to evaluate, engineer, and implement new technologies.
• Support and maintain existing automation systems while assisting with new deployments across facilities.
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional projects with operations, engineering, IT, purchasing, and external vendors.
• Oversee project timelines, costs, and progress; communicate updates and resolve issues as they arise.
• Support the deployment and optimization of autonomous vehicle technologies, including maintaining existing fleets and evaluating new solutions.
• Lead on-site automation launches, including training operators across multiple shifts and troubleshooting system performance in real time.

What You Have (Basic Requirements):

• Data Gathering & Analysis: Knowledge of data gathering and analysis tools, techniques, and processes; ability to collect and synthesize data from a variety of stakeholders and sources in an objective manner to reach a conclusion, goal, or judgment.
• Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.
• 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.
• Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
• Planning and Organizing: Knowledge of the process of planning and arranging tasks and resources; ability to plan and organize both time and resources to get things completed while structuring and maintaining work in a systematic and highly methodical way.
• Process Management: Knowledge of business process improvement tools and techniques; ability to understand, monitor, update, control, or enhance existing business or work processes.

What Will Set You Apart (Top Candidates Will Have):

• Bachelor’s degree in