Mining Application Specialist

Career Area:

Product Support

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.

We are looking for a Minestar Application Specialist to join our team. If you have experience in technology or mining and thrive on solving complex problems and creating innovative solutions, we want to hear from you

Your job is to help keep a fleet of CAT haul trucks running smoothly using the Autonomous Haulage System (AHS) with Cat MineStar. You'll be part of the team making sure these trucks stay on track and get the job done safely and efficiently.

This role will be based in Ontario, working with a key customer at the Côté Gold Mine. Your roster will align with the customer's schedule and may adjust based on the project you're focused on. 

Why This Job is Awesome:

• Innovative Environment: Be at the forefront of mining technology, working with a team that is changing the way mining is done.

• Global Impact: Work alongside the world's leading mining companies and make a significant impact on the industry.

• Career Growth: Enjoy a robust training program and numerous career advancement opportunities within a global company.

• Work-Life Balance: Experience a role that offers flexibility and aligns with your personal and professional life.

What You Will Do:

Maximize Performance: Implement and optimize Autonomous Haulage System performance.

Lead Safety Initiatives: Be a safety leader within Command for Hauling operations at the mine site.

Drive Continuous Improvement: Work on projects to ensure continuous improvement for mining operations within MineStar.

Collaborate and Advise: Become a trusted advisor for the customer through close collaboration internally and externally.

Support and Innovate: Provide technical support and advise autonomous haulage system Supervisors, Builders, Controllers, and Pit Technicians in all aspects of MineStar performance.

Ensure Quality: Support hardware and software installation and configuration through establishing Quality Assurance and Quality Control processes.

Measure and Improve: Measure, benchmark, and report on MineStar Command System performance, and suggest opportunities for improvements.

Develop Best Practices: Develop best practices and improve processes related to autonomous mining dispatch systems.

Tailored Training: Benefit from a training program tailored to your needs, including classroom training, on-the-job training, and mentoring.

What Skills You Will Have:

Technical Excellence: Experience with mining technology products and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.

Field Support: Experience in providing post-sales support and maintaining hardware products.

Problem Solving: Ability to recognize, anticipate, and resolve organizational, operational, or process problems effectively.

Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work autonomously as well as part of a complex team.

Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong attention to detail and change management skills.

Adaptability: Ability to multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Top Candidates Will Also Have:

Knowledge of mining technology products and product applications, including Fleet Management systems.

Additional Information:

This position is based at the Côté Gold Mine site in Ontario.
Transportation is provided via bus from either Sudbury, ON or Timmins, ON.
While on shift, employees are provided with housing and meals.

Most MineStar Application Specialists work 7x7 day and night shift roster.

Domestic relocation assistance to Sudbury, ON is available.

Sponsorship is not available.

What you will get:

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.

Here you earn more than just wage, because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides:

• Competitive Base Salary

• Annual incentive bonus plan*

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)

• Defined Contribution Pension Plan

• Employee Share Purchase Plan

• Short and long-term disability coverage

• Life Insurance

• Employee Assistance Programs

Summary Pay Range:

$88,000 - $110,000

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. 

Additional Information:

- We are hiring to fill an existing position.This position requires working onsite five days a week.- This position requires working onsite five days a week.- Relocation is available for this position.

Posting Dates:

December 4, January 4, 2026

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

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