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.

Caterpillar is seeking a Facility Engineer (Planning/ Scheduler) in Sanford, NC. In this role, you will support the planning and scheduling of the improvement projects for the Sanford NC Facilities.

What you can look forward to in this role:

• Monitor Radio and CMMS for incoming breakdown and repair requests
• Direct and ensure all Preventative Maintenance tasks are completed accurately and on time.

• Responsible for updating and maintaining CMMS system, like adding new machines, new users, PM's, coordinating training and any other additional tasks.
• Responsible for providing the Maintenance and Team Leaders with the monthly CPS data and other metrics generated from the CMMS system.
• Act as the machine documentation manager for all current and future machines at the facility and maintain the current documentation in paper and electronic form.
• Act as liaison between facility management, the maintenance group, purchasing, and crib personnel.
• Will manage maintenance spare parts inventory
• Communicate with suppliers to obtain maintenance spare parts and will follow the procurement process.
• This is a unique role that will require work hours that vary from a typical schedule. There will be times when the successful candidate will be required to support activities and installations during weekends, holidays, and plant shutdowns. 

A successful candidate in this role will showcase their skills in:

• Plant Facilities Management: Knowledge of processes, methodologies and techniques used to manage plant facilities; ability to handle the full spectrum of activities for managing and maintaining physical facilities and infrastructure.
• Technical Troubleshooting: Knowledge of technical troubleshooting approaches, tools, and techniques; ability to anticipate, recognize, and resolve technical issues on hardware, software, application, or operation.
• 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.
• 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.

Top Candidates for this position may also have:

• Minimum 2 yrs of experience in maintenance or related education such as manufacturing engineering, HVAC, industrial maintenance
• Use of AutoCAD 2D modeling for floor plans
• Experience working in a mechanical and fabrication-focused environment, with a strong understanding of manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Experience in inventory management
• Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and/or Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally
• Demonstrated ability to work independently to move projects forward
• Experience with creating and implementing standard work
• Avetta compliance knowledgeable
• NextGen, Guided Buy knowledge
• RFI Completion

Additional information

• The primary location for this position is in Sanford, NC.
• Domestic relocation assistance is available
• Sponsorship is not available

• Caterpillar will provide a cash sign-on bonus to selected candidates who apply by 11:59 p.m. EST on Sunday, July 19 in the amount of $1500, less applicable withholdings and taxes, to be paid as soon as administratively practical upon completion of your first day of employment.

Summary Pay Range:

$81,370.00 - $122,060.00

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:

July 11, 2026 - July 23, 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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