Communications Specialist

Caterpillar Inc.; Victoria (TX); On-site; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid time off

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Victoria, Texas seeks a Communications Specialist to create engaging employee communications and drive programs that connect staff to our business strategy and culture.

You will partner with site leadership and the division team to craft content, manage plans, and ensure consistent messaging across channels. The ideal candidate is a strong storyteller with excellent writing, stakeholder management, and project management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in communications-related field.
• Experience creating professional corporate communications in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute employee communication initiatives supporting business objectives.
• Advise partners on messaging strategies and channel selection to maximize engagement.
• Create and distribute announcements, newsletters, leadership communications, and talking points.
• Ensure branding and messaging consistency across all channels.
• Track and analyze communication metrics for continuous improvement.

Skills

Effective communication

Stakeholder management

Storytelling

Relationship building

Project management

Analytical thinking

Change collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, English

Tools

PowerPoint

Teams

SharePoint

Microsoft 365

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.

Career Area

Communications

Job Description

Caterpillar has an exciting opportunity for a Communications Specialist at our Victoria, Texas facility. In this role, you will create engaging employee communications and help execute communication programs that connect employees to our business strategy, culture, and operational goals. This position plays a critical role in driving employee engagement, strengthening organizational communication, and supporting collaboration across the facility and broader division. You will partner closely with site leadership, business stakeholders, and the division communications team to develop compelling content, execute communication plans, and ensure consistent messaging across multiple communication channels. The ideal candidate is a strong storyteller, relationship builder, and project manager who enjoys transforming complex information into clear, meaningful communications. If you are passionate about communication, employee engagement, and creating impactful content that informs and inspires, we encourage you to apply.

What You Will Do

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, leaders, and subject matter experts to develop and execute employee communication initiatives that support business objectives.
• Advise business partners on communication approaches, messaging strategies, and channel selection to maximize employee engagement and understanding.
• Support the development and execution of internal communications plans that align with organizational priorities and strategic goals.
• Create, edit, and distribute communication materials including:
• Employee announcements
• Newsletters
• Leadership communications
• Presentation materials
• Talking points
• Digital content
• Employee resources and FAQs
• Ensure messaging, branding, and communication standards remain consistent across all employee communication channels.
• Track, monitor, and analyze communication metrics to evaluate effectiveness and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Partner with site leadership and the division communications team to support key business initiatives, organizational changes, employee events, and engagement campaigns.
• Leverage multimedia communication tools and technologies to create compelling content and enhance employee experiences.
• Maintain communication calendars and coordinate the timely delivery of communications across multiple audiences.
• Support initiatives that promote collaboration, transparency, and employee understanding of business goals and priorities.

Required Skills

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, English, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience creating professional communications in a corporate, manufacturing, industrial, or business environment.

Communicating for Impact & Interpersonal Relationships

• Ability to effectively communicate ideas and information to diverse audiences.
• Strong listening, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate across multiple functions and organizational levels.

Internal Communications

• Knowledge of employee communication strategies, tools, and channels.
• Experience producing newsletters, announcements, employee updates, and communication materials that drive engagement and awareness.

Copywriting, Editing & Content Development

• Exceptional writing, editing, proofreading, and storytelling skills.
• Ability to create concise, compelling content while maintaining consistent messaging and brand standards.

Multimedia Technologies

• Experience using digital communication tools and multimedia technologies to create engaging content.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint.

Planning & Organizing

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Experience coordinating communication plans, schedules, and deliverables.

Decision Making & Critical Thinking

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to evaluate communication challenges, analyze feedback and metrics, and recommend effective solutions.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in internal communications, corporate communications, employee engagement, public relations, or change communications.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, industrial, engineering, or operations-focused organizations.
• Experience working directly with senior leaders.
• Knowledge of communication measurement and analytics.
• Experience creating visual, video, or multimedia communication content.
• Familiarity with employee engagement strategies and organizational change initiatives.
• Experience supporting communication campaigns across multiple business functions.

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

• 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.

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.