Engineering Manager, ADAS Safety
Caterpillar· enterprise· Oct 16, 2026 · 12d ago
Irving, Texas
In office
Full-time
Manager
$159K–$239K
8+ years exp
Job description
Career Area:
Engineering
Job Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
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Job Description
The Engineering Manager plans, directs and leads engineering staff and activities to develop and integrate forward-looking technologies within ADAS systems and safety products, including data gathering capabilities and build system infrastructure that enable efficient development, validation and deployment, while ensuring alignment with established policies/objectives.
What You Will Do:
Managing the engineering staff and activities with an emphasis on organizational goals achievement, professional development and continuous improvement.
Monitoring and continuously improving product and process performance, quality and cost-effectiveness for all engineering activities and deliverables.
Providing leadership to create and maintain processes used to design, develop and manufacture components, systems, products, services, and technologies.
Managing engineering product and manufacturing process or quality issues, from concept through end of life-cycle.
Requires a degree in an accredited Engineering, Computer Science, or Materials Science curriculum.
What You Have:
Planning: Tactical, Strategic: Knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational (short term), tactical (1-2 years) and strategic (3-5 years) planning in support of the overall business plan.
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.
Technical Excellence: Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.
Communicating for Impact: Knowledge of the concepts, tools and techniques for effective listening and communicating; ability to apply these theories to receive, transmit and accurately interpret information and ideas to influence others in various situations.
Customer/Market Focus: Understanding of the importance of remaining aware of shifting market priorities and ability to respond to internal and external customer needs in a manner that consistently adds value.
Managing People: Knowledge of processes involved in managing people; ability to lead successful teams, and diligently address issues related to performance and conflicts at the workplace .
Collaborating Globally : Knowledge of effective collaboration techniques and ability to build networks with people from different countries and cultures, think and work with them to bring positive impact and flourishing business results.
Influencing Through Expertise: Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to use these to deepen own expertise and impact or challenge decisions within and outside own organization.
Consideration for Top Candidates:
8 years’ Proven experience in Technical Program Management experience (robotics or autonomous vehicles preferred) or leading complex autonomous or heavy‑equipment product development
New Product Introduction (NPI) leadership experience for complex machines or product features Experience with ADAS or Safety program preferred
Strong technical background in complex hardware–software systems
Experience leading cross‑functional teams and managing release schedules
Familiarity with agile development methodologies
Exposure to verification and validation of safety‑critical software and systems
Proven success managing large-scale technology programs from concept through deployment and support.
Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and project leadership skills
Additional Information:
This position requires the candidate to work full-time at the Irving, TX office.
Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position.
Visa sponsorship is NOT available with this position.
This position will require 25-50% travel
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Summary Pay Range:
$159,120.00 - $238,680.00
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
Posting Dates:
October 16, 2026 - October 27, 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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Dental
Vision
401(K)
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Professional Development