Data Scientist

Career Area:

Business Technologies, 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.

CAREER AREA:

Drivetrain Data Analytics

JOB DESCRIPTION:

At Caterpillar, we work to help our customers build a better world. Without our team of talented, bright, and driven individuals, we wouldn’t be the Caterpillar we are today. Now, this is your chance to join our team and do work that matters. We want you to help us enable business and customer success, make progress possible around the world and help our communities grow and thrive.  

The  Data Scientist  will work with other Data Scientists, Data Engineers, business analysts and business stakeholders to build statistical models and predictive analytics on large, complex data sets to support parts classification, inventory, availability, aftermarket growth. The primary responsibility of the Data Scientist is to be an independent contributor on multi-person analytic teams. This position has a depth of knowledge in quantitative analytic methods, data management, and or associated digital technologies suitable to handle all but the most complex issues.
Data Scientists are expected to be familiar with the company’s processes, products, and organization, as well as its customers, competitors, and stakeholders. Work is typically directed by a direct supervisor, team lead through a review of results. The Data Scientist also mentors and develops the capabilities and organizational knowledge of more junior information Data Scientists and business analysts.

Job duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Experienced in applying statistical methods, predictive analytics, and machine learning algorithms to solve business problems.
• Develop, test, and deploy machine learning models.
• Coach and mentor other Information Scientists and Data Engineers in the creation, validation, and application of statistical models, as well as in implementing digital solutions.
• Collaborate and understand analytics initiatives across the company.
• The ability to demonstrate thorough knowledge of Caterpillar Inc.; its products and services; its internal systems, processes, and procedures; and its relevant external influences (competitors, laws and regulations, market conditions, etc.) to meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Demonstrate strong initiative to research and apply new methods to exceed drivetrain goals and expectations.
• Have a strong focus on continual learning in the Analytics field.
• Other duties as assigned by Caterpillar management from time-to-time.

Basic Qualifications:

• 10+ years of professional experience utilizing quantitative analysis.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with quantitative coursework
• Experience with Python, Pandas, NumPy and/or Snowflake, SQL
• The ability to comfortably and confidently working with MS Office as well as industry standard statistics and data visualization packages.
• Must be willing to travel up to 10% of working time (domestic & international)

Additional Information :

• This is an Onsite position and is located in Chennai, India

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.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

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Relocation is available for this position.

Posting Dates:

April 3, 2024 - April 19, 2024

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

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