Product Data & Regulatory Compliance Engineer

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 Summary

Caterpillar equipment works in markets around the world, and each market has its own regulatory requirements. In this role, you will support our product regulatory compliance programs, working with engineering and operations teams to identify and manage compliance risk throughout design, validation, and production.

What You Will Do (Job Duties)

• Stay current on product regulatory and related technology requirements and apply them to Caterpillar products.
• Use established processes and tools to collect, assess, and manage information that supports product certification and compliance.
• Identify opportunities to improve the processes and tools used to manage product regulatory compliance risk.
• Partner with product groups and component design control to ensure products are developed and produced to meet applicable regulatory requirements.

What You Will Have (Core Skills)

Degree Requirement

A degree in an accredited Engineering, Computer Science, or Materials Science program is required.

Data Gathering & Analysis: Collects, documents, and analyzes data from multiple sources and stakeholders to reach objective, well-supported conclusions.

Risk Management: Identifies, assesses, and helps identify business and compliance risks using established tools and resources.

Collaborating: Works constructively across functions, regions, and levels to align on shared goals and solve business problems.

Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Organizes relevant data, weighs risks, benefits, and alternatives, and reaches sound decisions based on informed judgment to make recommendations to leadership.

Product Engineering: Applies engineering methods to design, build, and troubleshoot hardware products and components in line with engineering standards.

Top Candidates Will Have

• Experience with product regulatory compliance, certification, or industry standards for engineered products in global markets, including telematics certification and data regulations.
• Engineering development or validation experience with mobile machines, engines, or power systems, backed by a strong understanding of complex engineering concepts and applications.
• Experience with radio or data communications, asset connectivity, digital app development, or generative AI.
• Proven ability to manage detailed compliance data and documentation accurately, identify compliance risks, and improve the processes and tools that reduce them.
• Participation in industry associations or standards development organizations.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and analytical skills, with the ability to explain technical information clearly across the organization.
• Ability to build professional relationships with internal partners, including Legal and IT, and external associations and regional regulatory bodies, across diverse backgrounds, cultures, and management levels.

Additional Information

• This position is located in Peoria, IL
• Relocation assistance is available
• Visa sponsorship & ISE assistance are not available
• Up to 25% travel is expected in this role
• When not traveling this role requires working onsite 5 days a week

Summary Pay Range:

$128,470.00 - $192,710.00

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

This position requires working onsite five days a week.Relocation is available for this position.Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

November 10, 2026 - November 17, 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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