On-Site Facilities Engineer: Projects & Asset Management

Caterpillar; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Caterpillar seeks a Facilities Engineer to support facility operations through contractor management, maintenance coordination, and project oversight. You will partner with internal and external teams to ensure safe, efficient operations while managing contracts, safety compliance, fuel procurement, and maintenance inventory.

The role is 1st shift, 100% on-site in Morton, IL with up to 5% travel and no relocation.

Qualifications

• Accuracy and attention to detail required to perform tasks with precision.
• Effective communications to coordinate with teams, contractors, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage contractor relationships and oversee contract administration.
• Coordinate with purchasing and procurement to support engagements and service agreements.
• Supervise onsite contractors for facilities, maintenance, landscaping, vehicle repair, and heavy equipment services.
• Develop, maintain, and monitor contractor safety plans and ensure site safety compliance.
• Conduct contractor inspections and track performance against project deliverables.
• Coordinate procurement and inventory of fuels for facility and vehicle operations.
• Serve as main contact for contractors performing building, facilities, or maintenance work.
• Manage maintenance and repair parts inventory to ensure critical materials are available.
• Oversee storeroom/crib operations and inventory replenishment.
• Develop asset management strategies to optimize equipment reliability and lifecycle costs.
• Lead asset lifecycle planning including maintenance and capital replacement decisions.
• Utilize CMMS data to support maintenance planning and work orders.
• Drive continuous improvement of maintenance workflows and preventive programs.
• Conduct facility condition assessments to identify risks and plan long-term needs.
• Analyze facility and equipment data to inform investments and replacements.
• Lead or support capital equipment procurement, including vendor coordination and bids.
• Manage facility and capital improvement projects from planning through execution.

Job description

Caterpillar seeks a Facilities Engineer to support facility operations through contractor management, maintenance coordination, and project oversight. You will partner with internal and external teams to ensure safe, efficient operations while managing contracts, safety compliance, fuel procurement, and maintenance inventory.

The role is 1st shift, 100% on-site in Morton, IL with up to 5% travel and no relocation.