Facilities Engineer

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