Career Area:

Communications

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.

This is Caterpillar

The Cat Technology Division Communications Manager will lead communications strategies that amplify Caterpillar’s technology strategy narrative to internal and external audiences. The senior manager will be responsible for partnering directly with the Cat Technology leadership team, business segments, communications colleagues, media relations and key stakeholders to develop, manage, optimize and execute communications strategies.

Technology is an accelerator for our customers, helping them strengthen safety and productivity. In this role, you’ll be accountable for developing and owning messaging and content around the enterprise strategy for machine autonomy, automation, advanced materials and electronics, and digital integration, which touches nearly every product in the Caterpillar portfolio. You’ll work closely with leadership and subject matter experts to design and execute strategic communications to further the organization's business objectives.

What You Will Do:

This is a leader of communication professionals that sit in a variety of locations. Job duties may include but are not limited to:

• Developing communication strategies, plans, and deliverables for the Cat Technology Senior Vice President and leadership team
• Production and measurement of internal and external communication materials to achieve segment objectives while tying them to Caterpillar enterprise narratives
• Responsible for deliverables including but not limited to speeches, video scripts, presentations, newsletter articles, and internal all-supervisor and all-employee meetings

What You Will Have (Required):

• Education/Experience: College or university degree in communications, journalism, marketing, or a related field or equivalent experience
• Organizational Communications: Significant experience leading global communications efforts with an emphasis on external communications ( i.e. media relations, financial communications, branding)
• Strategic Planning: Knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to strategic (3-5 years) planning in support of the overall business plan; ability to measure business impact for public relations efforts
• Communicating Complex Concepts: Knowledge of effective presentation tools and techniques to ensure clear understanding; ability to use summarization and simplification techniques to explain complex technical concepts in simple, clear language appropriate to the audience
• Effective Communications: 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
• Influencing: Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to impact decisions within and outside own organization
• Interpersonal Relationships: Successful in supporting and interacting with senior level executives; excellent interpersonal skills to engage on sensitive issues, develop others, or persuade others inside and outside the department to take specific actions

Additional Info:

• The primary locations for this position are Irving, TX and Mossville, IL. This position requires the candidate to work a 5-day-a-week schedule in the office
• Domestic relocation assistance is available for those who qualify
• Sponsorship is not available
• International and domestic travel up to 15%

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Final details:

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Summary Pay Range:

$144,960.00 - $217,320.00

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

Posting Dates:

August 20, 2025 - August 27, 2025

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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