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.
Job Posting Dates: 8/3/26 – 8/17/26
About Large Power Systems Division (LPSD):
We design and manufacture the most comprehensive lineup of large diesel and natural gas engines in the industry, as well as engine components and powertrains
Job Summary:
The Facilities Engineer plays a key role in supporting the reliability, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the Hodges facility. This position is responsible for identifying and documenting capital equipment within the CMMS system, developing preventive maintenance (PM) programs for building and utility equipment, and managing the process for identifying and stocking critical spare parts. The role also supports annual and assigned capital projects, facility and grounds upkeep, and the effective management of maintenance-related expenses.
Working closely with Maintenance, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, and EHS teams, the Facilities Engineer will coordinate maintenance planning activities, support work order management, order spare parts, establish maintenance requirements for all building support / production equipment and lead assigned projects through the full project lifecycle. Additional responsibilities include managing purchasing processes, including purchase order creation and invoice approvals, while ensuring facility support requirements are met for new and existing equipment installations. Strong project management, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills are essential for success in this role.
What you will do:
- Manages and displays competencies with Building Auxiliary equipment which can include compressors, electrical infrastructure, cooling towers, dust collectors, plumbing systems, HVAC systems, Fire Suppression systems, etc.
- Manages maintenance functions and details for planning of maintenance serviced equipment to include planning, work organization, spare parts ordering, project management, etc.
- Provides guidance to maintenance manager and maintenance supervisors in planning support, equipment expertise
- Knowledge of CMMS with understanding of planning functions
- Understands parts ordering, Creating Purchase Orders, Budgets, maintenance cost structures
- Understands project management disciplines, quoting, contractor management and project life cycle
- Works with other departments to ensure plant goals and customer service goals are met to include possibility of supporting off shifts as needed
Education:
Degree or equivalent experience desired
Skills you must have:
Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Basic understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.
Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Basic knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
Problem Solving: Basic 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: Basic 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.
Relationship Management: Basic knowledge of relationship management techniques; ability to establish and maintain healthy working relationships with clients, vendors, and peers.
Supplier Management - MFG: Basic knowledge of processes and methods to effectively manage business relationships and transactions with suppliers of raw materials or product components; ability to apply related knowledge, experience and skills into real practice.
Top candidates will also have:
- Knowledge of technical concepts to include hydraulics, pneumatics, industrial electrical, electrical controls, mechanical, print or schematic reading skills, plc’s, along with other technical fundamentals.
- Organizational skills for project management and problem solving
- Mentoring maintenance technician teams
- Excellent communication and computer skills such as all Office 365
Additional Information:
- This position is located in Hodges, SC
- Domestic relocation is available.
- VISA Sponsorship is not available
- Travel requirement- less than 10% (domestic)
- Job Posting Dates: 8/3/26 – 8/17/26
Finals Details:
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This Job Description is intended as a general guide to the job duties for this position and is intended for the purpose of establishing the specific salary grade. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive summary of all responsibilities, duties, and effort required of employees assigned to this job. At the discretion of management, this description may be changed at any time to address the evolving needs of the organization. It is expressly not intended to be a comprehensive list of “essential job functions” as that term is defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Summary Pay Range:
$89,210.00 - $133,810.00
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:
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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