Senior Principal Architect, Digital Twin

Caterpillar Inc.

Irving, Texas, United States
Base: $172,630.00 - $258,950.00; bonus/equity: inc...
Onsite
10+ years in simulation or digital twin development
Deep expertise in nvidia omniverse and usd workflows
Experience with multi-physics modeling and system-level simulation
This role involves establishing the long-term vision and architecture for simulation and digital twinning across products and job sites

Job Summary

  • This role involves establishing the long-term vision and architecture for simulation and digital twinning across products and job sites.
  • Candidates will lead the evaluation and deployment of emerging technologies to improve performance, scalability, and accuracy of digital twins.
  • The position offers a competitive salary range of $172,630.00 - $258,950.00 along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans.

Matching Summary

This role involves establishing the long-term vision and architecture for simulation and digital twinning across products and job sites.

Salary

Base: $172,630.00 - $258,950.00; Bonus/Equity: Incentive bonus mentioned; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), HSA, FSA, parental leave, tuition reimbursement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years in simulation or digital twin development
  • Deep expertise in NVIDIA Omniverse and USD workflows
  • Experience with multi-physics modeling and system-level simulation
  • Ability to architect cloud/edge infrastructure for real-time data
  • Background in heavy machinery, robotics, or industrial systems

Nice-to-have

  • Strong cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Experience integrating CARLA, Simulink, or Unity ecosystems
  • Knowledge of machine learning-based simulation techniques
  • Strategic vision for long-term technology roadmaps

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Systems Engineering (Master's/PhD preferred)
  • 10+ years of experience in simulation, digital twin, robotics, or systems engineering
  • Direct experience deploying Omniverse-based digital twins
  • Work authorization required; visa sponsorship not available
  • Must be willing to work onsite full-time in Irving, TX

Work Rights

Visa sponsorship not available

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