Facilities Project Engineer
Caterpillar
Career Area:
ManufacturingJob 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.
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 customer success, make progress possible around the world and help our communities grow and thrive. We are looking for a dynamic, organized self-starter to join our Product Support and Logistics Division as a Facilities Project Engineer in Morton, IL
Our Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. PSLD is responsible for the worldwide distribution of Cat aftermarket parts, integrated logistics, and global service to develop and support our global dealer network and customers.
We’re committed to our customers, who build a better world with our products, services and solutions. We understand and show the value of why they should always choose us. We’re exploring new ideas and opportunities –innovating to discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrow’s growth.
Job Summary:
- A Facilities Project Engineer provides maintenance, installation, and consulting support for building and infrastructure requirements of an Aftermarket Parts Distribution Center.
- Projects are specific to new building construction, existing building expansion, renovation of existing facilities, sustainability improvements, building systems modernization, improvement, or regulatory compliance updates, and building related improvements (fire protection, floor preparations, lighting, etc) to support implementation of automated and/or conventional storage and material handling systems.
Additional Info:
- This role is located in Morton, IL and does offer relocation
- This role is 1st shift
- This role is 100% on-site with no opportunity for hybrid or remote schedules
- This role may require up to 35% domestic and international travel
What You Will Do:
To be successful, a Facilities Engineer must utilize technical and soft skills, along with effective communication to lead and / or support the following type of activities,
- Site development supplier selection
- Technical review of the supplier solution
- Engineering design specifications for the project, i.e. mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural, and architectural. Examples of these activities include floor loading requirements, building bay spacing, roofing systems, HVAC systems, building electrical requirements, etc.
- Fire and life safety solutions that meet local building code and property insurance carrier requirements.
- Basic understanding of Primary and Secondary Power electrical distribution systems
- Sustainable building practices and solutions
- Understanding of building construction regulations
A Facilities Engineer needs a fundamental understanding about warehousing logistics and how it impacts building design elements such as building clear height, floor loading capacity, electrical demand requirements, etc.
In addition to technical skills, a Facilities Engineer must demonstrate intermediate to strong skilled levels of the following competencies: integrity & trust; building inclusive relationships; customer focus; problem solving; priority setting; and dealing with uncertainty.
Although the requirements above describe most of the responsibilities of the position, due to the breadth of challenges that arise on projects, it is sometimes expected that a Facilities Engineer take on other responsibilities outside of this job description.
What You Have (Required Skills):
- Degree in Civil, Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering or related/equivalent degree
- Problem Solving: 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.
- Project Management: 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.
- Service Excellence: Knowledge of customer service concepts and techniques; ability to meet or exceed customer needs and expectations and provide excellent service in a direct or indirect manner.
What Will Put You Ahead (Preferred Skills):
- 5+ years of construction industry experience
- Strong PC Skills (Microsoft applications - Excel, PowerPoint, Word & AutoCAD)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
What You Will Get:
- Through it all, we are one team– creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition.
- Learn more about the Caterpillar Experience.
Summary Pay Range:
$126,000.00 - $189,000.00Compensation 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. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.Posting Dates:
September 8, 2025 - September 22, 2025Any 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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