Career Area:

Technology, Digital and Data

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.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead execution of facility IT projects and initiatives.
• Support production uptime requirements and enable business outcomes through strong knowledge of network infrastructure, including switches, firewalls, cabling, and architecture.
• Create and update facility Logical Technical Architectures (LTA’s).
• Manage firewall rules to support factory operations.
• Maintain shop‑floor Active Directory structures and Group Policy.
• Provide hardware and software support for corporate and facility IT assets.
• Perform basic installation of network and server equipment under guidance from the infrastructure team.
• Collaborate with Caterpillar teams and vendors on application and software issues.
• Conduct root-cause analysis for shop‑floor computing issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Support Caterpillar-developed applications through initial troubleshooting.
• Assist with non-standard Active Directory account administration.
• Provide operating system support and manage security patch deployments.
• Assist with hardware diagnostics and coordination with third‑party vendors when needed.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent including 7+ years’ IT experience in each of the following:
  • Information technology
  • PC related hardware/software technology
• Backend infrastructure (server, storage, database, network)
• Excellent written and oral communications

Ideal Candidate Will Also Have:

• Enterprise and Technical Architecture
• LTA and Firewall Rule writing/analysis
• Expertise in network and computer troubleshooting
• Factory Application knowledge:
  • PinPoint – PC and Tooling connectivity and troubleshooting
  • CIMNET and FreedomE – Legacy machining center connectivity
  • AVD based factory applications (Infinity and GageIT) – Shop floor account management and operator interface
  • Office 365 client computing solutions
  • Project Management capabilities
  • Effective teamwork skills
  • Initiative (Self Starter)
  • CompTIA Network+, or Microsoft Server and Client certifications

Additional Information:

• Relocation assistance not available for this position
• Sponsorship not available for this position

Summary Pay Range:

$97,530.00 - $158,480.00

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:

April 24, 2026 - May 7, 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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