Data scientist

Career Area:

Technology, Digital and Data

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:

The Data Scientist is responsible for performing advanced analytical tasks on large-scale datasets to support data-driven decision-making and strategic business development. This role combines statistical analysis, process automation, and data engineering to uncover actionable insights and drive innovation.

What will you do?

• Identify and automate repetitive or manual tasks using Power Automate, Power Apps, SharePoint solutions, and SQL-based workflows.
• Design and maintain data models, SQL queries, Snowflake integrations, and standardized reporting structures that enable fast and consistent access to information.
• Develop Power BI dashboards, reports, and data visualizations to provide timely insights and support business performance reviews.
• Provide long-term ownership, maintenance, and continuous improvement of dashboards, automated solutions, data pipelines, and SharePoint applications.
• Collect, clean, mine, and process high-volume datasets to ensure reliable data foundations for analysis and decision-making.
• Define project scope and requirements with stakeholders, translating business needs into scalable digital and analytical solutions.

Education Requirement:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in applied Statistics, Data Science, Business Analytics, Computer Science, or a related field.

• Fluent English level.

Required Skill:

Business Statistics:

• Applies basic statistical methods to interpret business performance.
• Understands sample size, distributions, and standard deviation.
• Identifies and explains common statistical errors and misinterpretations.

Analytical Thinking:

• Defines problems and evaluates their significance.
• Compares alternative solutions using structured analysis.
• Uses visual tools (e.g., flowcharts, Pareto diagrams) to identify patterns and trends.

Programming Languages:

• Understands foundational programming concepts and structures (SQL, Python).
• Recognizes the capabilities of major programming languages.
• Uses documentation and specifications to maintain coding standards.

Top candidates also have:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Platforms (Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate)

Additional Information:

• Location: Cienega de Flores, Nuevo León.
• This position is five-day a week in-office model.
• Sponsorship for foreign candidates is not available.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Do not forget to include a resumé in English in your profile in Workday​.

Final details 

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The Caterpillar Code of Conduct states that we will select, and place employees based on their qualifications for the job to be performed, without regard to race, religion, national origin, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age or disability. In this company we do not request pregnancy tests, nor HIV tests as requirements for employment entry, permanence or promotion.

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

 

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

September 2, 2026 - September 9, 2026

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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