Team Lead - Verification & Validation

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.

• Hands on Exp with HIL, SIL methods
• Deep understanding of Electronic system architecture.
• Hands on coding exp with C++ /Python
• Understanding of CAT machines, Machine electronics and Technology features.
• Lead the execution of the verification strategy for Machine Systems (MS) and Op&site products, ensuring independent and scalable verification across both platforms.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to the Chennai verification team, improving test design, automation quality, and engineering best practices.
• Drive strategic verification initiatives, including:
  • API Contract Testing
  • Web UI / OpenSite UI verification
  • Automation framework improvements
  • Test tooling and infrastructure enhancements
• Own and coordinate strategic initiatives such as Day in Dirt, ensuring successful planning and execution. 
• Build and strengthen verification capabilities by identifying process improvements, standardising workflows, and increasing automation coverage.
• Support complex technical investigations, root cause analysis, and cross-functional problem solving across product teams.
• Collaborate closely with global engineering, product, and verification teams to ensure consistent verification approaches and alignment with product roadmaps.
• Represent the Chennai verification organization during customer demonstrations, field events, and engineering engagements such as Dimensions, CONEXPO, and machine validation activities, while building deeper machine and product expertise.
• Coach and develop engineers through test plan reviews, test strategy discussions, and mentoring, reducing dependency on key individuals and improving overall team capability

 

Posting Dates:

July 16, 2026 - July 30, 2026

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

Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.