Facilities Project Engineer 1

Career Area:

Manufacturing

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.

The Caterpillar Large Engine Center, based in Lafayette, IN is looking for a self-motivated Facilities Engineer that is both knowledgeable and skilled mechanically to assist with heavy equipment installation, foundation work, and contractor management.

In this role you would report up through the Facilities team and provide your guidance in the maintenance and improvement of various facility, manufacturing processes, and equipment. This will include design, construction, systems integration, maintenance, and other services needed to support our operations. You will be responsible to ensure all established standards, policies, and practices related to quality, safety, cost reduction, hazardous materials, ergonomics, etc… are compliant for the projects that you work on. You will have a direct impact on our key goals including safety, continuous improvement, delivery performance, equipment availability, operational efficiency, cost savings, process capability, etc.

This will be a demanding but rewarding job!

What you will do:

• Coordinating, performing, or assisting in routine maintenance, construction work, or integration of manufacturing equipment, supporting equipment, and infrastructure.

• Support contractor interactions assuring that all on-site contractors meet project deadlines and that all work is completed safely following the facility / regulatory requirements.

• Ensures compliance with specifications, codes, or customer requirements by directing or coordinating installation, manufacturing, construction, maintenance, documentation, support, or testing activities.

• Monitoring and maintaining parts and tools inventory for infrastructure components and services.

• Serving as first line of support for building service problems and work requests; often Troubleshooting throughout the facility to determine the cause of failure, the lack of efficiency, and the need for repair or improvement of systems or equipment.

• Assisting other facility engineers and supporting manufacturing and other related departments.

• Establishes construction, manufacturing, or installation standards or specifications by performing a wide range of detailed calculations.

• Analyzes and recommends current and future systems, procedures, training, and equipment needs based upon understanding and communication with customers.

Skills you must have:

• Plant Facilities Management: Extensive knowledge of processes, methodologies and techniques used to manage plant facilities; ability to handle the full spectrum of activities for managing and maintaining physical facilities and infrastructure.

• Construction Engineering and Technology: Basic knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology to the construction industry; ability to apply principles, techniques, procedures and equipment for a specific branch of engineering to the design and production of various goods and services.

• Engineering - MFG: Working knowledge of processes, techniques and methods of engineering in a manufacturing environment; ability to design and implement materials, structures, machines, devices, systems and processes that safely realize a desired objective or invention.

• Manufacturing Standards, Procedures and Policies: Working knowledge of organizational standards, procedures and policies in manufacturing activities; ability to plan, guide, and monitor manufacturing processes for compliance.

• Troubleshooting Technical Problems: Extensive knowledge of troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, detect and resolve technical problems in a manufacturing environment.

• Problem Solving: Extensive knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.

• Effective Communications: Extensive understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.

• Project Management: Working knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives.

Education:

• Accredited engineering or engineering technology degree or equivalent experience

Top candidates will also have:

• Demonstrated abilities as an influential or indirect leader

• Deep understanding and experience in civil/structural engineering and infrastructure systems such as building construction (foundation), mechanical, electrical, air, and HVAC

• Industrial facility and capital project experience; use of MS Projects and/or Primavera is a plus

• Ability to use AutoCAD, Creo, Solidworks or other engineering software tools

• Fire suppression systems, testing and compliance

• Building management system experience (Simplex experience is a plus)

• Knowledge of permitting and regulatory requirements

What you will get:

• A commitment to diversity and inclusion. Our common values and focus on inclusion and respect drive the decisions made by our company, teams, and people. Here, you can apply your unique life and job experiences, and work in a team environment where your ideas are heard, your contributions are celebrated, and your whole-self matters.

• You earn more than just a salary because we value your performance. We offer a total rewards package that provides benefits on day one (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus.

• Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date)

Additional Information:

• Travel requirements may be less than 10%.

• This position is located in Lafayette, IN

Summary Pay Range:

$112,710.00 - $169,060.00

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

• These benefits also apply to part-time employees

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

March 19, 2026 - March 26, 2026

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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