Mining Application Specialist - MineStar

Caterpillar
Mesa, AZ, United States
3 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Compensation
$37,440.0 - $64,480.0
Working hours
Shift work
Job source

Tech stack

Performance Tuning Power BI Software Troubleshooting

Job description

As a MineStar Application Specialist, you will be based at the MineStar Hub in Phoenix, Arizona, and will travel to mine sites for shift-based assignments. In this role, you will work directly with customers to support and maintain a fleet of Caterpillar autonomous haul trucks.

What Makes This Role Unique?

* 7x7 Day and Night Shift Roster: Work hard for 7 days, then enjoy 7 days off. Travel, relax, recharge-your time is truly yours. * On-Site Impact: Be the go-to expert on-site, ensuring systems run smoothly and efficiently. * Innovation in Action: Collaborate with Caterpillar’s engineering teams to identify and implement product improvements. * Hands-On Problem Solving: Troubleshoot, analyze, and optimize cutting-edge autonomous systems. * Unique global exposure: MineStar® Command spans three continents, offering international site visits and cross-border collaboration that enhance training and operational experience.

What you will do:

* Implementing MineStar® Command and optimizing system performance. * Building trusted relationships with customers through close internal and external collaboration. * Supporting and advising MineStar® Command Office Supervisors, Builders, Controllers, and Pit Technicians on all aspects of system performance, with a focus on minimizing downtime. * Assisting with hardware and software installation and configuration, including the development of Quality Assurance and Quality Control processes. * Measuring, benchmarking, and reporting on system performance, while identifying opportunities for improvement. * Creating training materials and process documentation to support ongoing learning and operational excellence.\ * Executing continuous improvement projects to optimize production and efficiency

Requirements

Technical Excellence: Experience in mining technology. Solid understanding of mining best practices.

Field Support: Strong troubleshooting and field support experience.

Problem-Solving Mindset to identify root causes and drive solutions.

Communication Skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams and customers.

Analytical Skills: Analytical mindset with experience using tools like Power BI or similar.

Top Candidates will also have:

Prior experience with Cat MineStar (onboard, implementation, product support, engineering, or application).

Degree or technical training in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronic, or Mining Engineering.

Benefits & conditions

The position is based in Phoenix, Arizona, and requires 50-75% travel to support roster work.

Most MineStar Application Specialists follow a 7/7 rotation of day and night shifts. During scheduled rotations, the selected candidate will travel to the site and stay in customer-provided accommodations. At the end of each rotation, they will return home for their scheduled time off. Some roster assignments may also require working from Phoenix, AZ.

Domestic relocation assistance is available.

Sponsorship is not available.

Summary Pay Range:

$81,370.00 - $122,060.00

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

About the company

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.

Join Us as a MineStar Application Specialist - Be at the Forefront of Autonomy

Are you passionate about solving complex problems and delivering real-world solutions? Do you want a schedule that gives you the freedom to explore life outside of work?

If you answered yes, then this is your opportunity to join our team that’s transforming the future of mining.

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