IT Analyst - Technical Infrastructure and Test Cell

Caterpillar; Louisiana (MO); Hybrid; 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)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Paid time off

Career Development

Incentive bonus

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Caterpillar in Lafayette, IN is seeking an IT Analyst for Technical Infrastructure and Test Cell. The role focuses on designing, deploying, and supporting IT infrastructure and Test Cell solutions to enable reliable, secure operations and meet business requirements.

The position requires onsite work five days a week at the Lafayette plant and collaboration with IT teams and service providers. The ideal candidate will assist with testing, security compliance, requirements gathering, and ongoing

Qualifications

• Must have experience in testing, validation and acceptance of IT infrastructure and Test Cell solutions.
• Support information security, compliance, and technology standards.
• Gather, document, and prioritize business and technical requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and support IT infrastructure and Test Cell solutions.
• Support deployment, maintenance, and improvement of infrastructure technologies and services.
• Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, network, application, and system issues.

Skills

System Testing

Infrastructure maintenance

Technical writing

Information Security

Collaboration

Documentation

Job description

## IT Analyst - Technical Infrastructure and Test CellApply: Lafayette, Indiana: Full time: Posted Today: R0000399880**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.**IT Analyst – Technical Infrastructure and Test Cell** **Role Definition:**Design, deploy, and support IT infrastructure and Test Cell solutions that enable reliable, secure, and efficient business operations. Apply current technologies and established standards to maintain infrastructure performance, support manufacturing operations, and meet business requirements. **What You Will Do:*** Support testing, validation, and acceptance of infrastructure and Test Cell solutions.* Support infrastructure security, compliance, and technology standards.* Collaborate with business partners, IT Teams, and service providers to support infrastructure and Test Cell operations.* Support infrastructure, application, and Test Cell initiatives that improve business operations.* Gather, document, and prioritize business and technical requirements.* Support the deployment, maintenance, and improvement of infrastructure technologies and services.* Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, network, application, and system issue**s.** **What You Have:*** System Testing: Support testing, validation, and acceptance of infrastructure and Test Cell solutions.* Information Security: Support infrastructure security, compliance, and technology standards.* Collaboration: Work with business partners, IT teams, and service providers to support operational objectives.* Requirements Analysis: Gather, document, and prioritize business and technical requirements.* System Software Infrastructure: Support infrastructure components that enable business applications, platforms and systems.* Infrastructure Maintenance: Deploy, maintain, and improve infrastructure technologies and services.* Continuous Improvement: Support infrastructure, application, and Test Cell initiatives that improve business operations.* Technical Documentation: Create and maintain technical documentation, procedures and standards**.** **Skills Descriptors:** **Technical Excellence:*** Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.**Technology Advising:*** Knowledge of effective advisory methods and ability to provide valued information and advice to clients regarding products, technologies, services, and solutions for a specific technology domain.**System Testing:*** Knowledge of system and software testing; ability to design, plan and execute system testing strategies and tactics to ensure the quality of software at all stages of the system life cycle.**Systems Software Infrastructure:*** Knowledge of computer architecture and system software interaction; ability to design and build fundamental architecture of operating systems, database management systems, communications protocols, compilers, and other development tools.**Technical Troubleshooting:*** Knowledge of technical troubleshooting approaches, tools, and techniques; ability to anticipate, recognize, and resolve technical issues on hardware, software, application, or operation.* Knowledge of computer architecture and systems programming; ability to design, build and integrate IT hardware into multi-platforms for the organization.**Technical Writing/Documentation:*** Knowledge of technical writing; ability to write documents such as training manuals, guidelines or documents on standards, processes, and procedures. **Additional Info:*** This position requires 5 days’ onsite at our Lafayette, IN plant.* NO RELOCATION* Sponsorship is not available including OPT, H4-EAD. Must be US Citizen or Green Card holder.* Global Travel 10% **What You Will Get:*** Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.* Here you earn more than just an hourly wage because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus.* Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date). **About Caterpillar:**Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed. ### ### **Summary Pay Range:**$89,210.00 - $133,810.00Compensation 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:**October 14, 2026 - October 18, 2026Any 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.