Plant Project Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 113,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) savings plans

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Career development

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Plant Project Engineer in the Large Power Systems Division to lead the design, construction, installation and maintenance of major service systems and facilities.

You will supervise engineers and contractors, estimate costs, review proposals, and ensure economical, safe, and compliant project delivery while leveraging CAD and FEA tools. This onsite role requires collaboration across disciplines, strong problem-solving, and a focus on safety,

Qualifications

• ABET accredited Engineering or Engineering Technology degree.
• CAD proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Managing Construction projects for Machine Tool Installations
• Familiarity with reinforced Concrete design
• Maintaining standards and specifications, recommending changes to resolve design and construction problems, and writing periodic reports on the progress of the project.
• Providing leadership to other facilities engineers and directing efforts of contract engineering firms.
• Providing design information, reviewing and approving proposals and serving as the primary company contact.
• Estimating costs for equipment, materials and installation as a basis for determining the feasibility of alternatives and return on investment.
• Approving drawings, specifying equipment and writing purchase requisitions.
• Supervising work of outside contractors.
• Acting as a troubleshooter and investigating and determining causes for failure, lack of efficiency and need for repairing or improving systems or equipment.
• Resolving problems in designing the most economical, efficient systems, deciding what or which equipment should be purchased, making recommendations and keeping up-to-date on technical advances in the design field.
• Design of lifting devices
• Technical support for engine handling systems, cranes, structures and manufacturing equipment.
• Creating technical specifications and functions requirements for facilities related projects.

Skills

Project Management

Plant Facilities Management

Service Excellence

Problem Solving

Collaborating

Troubleshooting Technical Problems

Education

ABET accredited Engineering or Engineering Technology degree

Tools

CAD proficiency

Job description

Career Area:

Manufacturing

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you’rejoining 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’tjust 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 : 8/12/26 – 8/26/26

Your Impact Shapes the World at Caterpillar:

Whether it be groundbreaking products, best in class solutions or creating a lifelong career, you can do the work that matters at Caterpillar. With a 95-year legacy of quality and innovation and 150 locations in countries around the world, your impact spans the globe.

Wherever your passion lies—chemical, electrical, material, mechanical, metallurgical and more—you’ll find a home here. Engineers work in virtually every area of our company.

As a Plant Project Engineer in the Large Power Systems Division at Caterpillar, located in Lafayette, IN, you will have an opportunity to provide the technical expertise, leadership and guidance to ensure the economical design, construction, installation and maintenance of assigned service systems, facilities and equipment, and other large-scope projects associated with Plant Engineering responsibilities.

What you will do:

• Managing Construction projects for Machine Tool Installations
• Familiarity with reinforced Concrete design
• Maintaining standards and specifications, recommending changes to resolve design and construction problems, and writing periodic reports on the progress of the project.
• Providing leadership to other facilities engineers and directing efforts of contract engineering firms.
• Providing design information, reviewing and approving proposals and serving as the primary company contact.
• Estimating costs for equipment, materials and installation as a basis for determining the feasibility of alternatives and return on investment.
• Approving drawings, specifying equipment and writing purchase requisitions.
• Supervising work of outside contractors.
• Acting as a troubleshooter and investigating and determining causes for failure, lack of efficiency and need for repairing or improving systems or equipment.
• Resolving problems in designing the most economical, efficient systems, deciding what or which equipment should be purchased, making recommendations and keeping up-to-date on technical advances in the design field.
• Design of lifting devices
• Technical support for engine handling systems, cranes, structures and manufacturing equipment.
• Creating technical specifications and functions requirements for facilities related projects.

Basic Qualifications:

• ABET accredited Engineering or Engineering Technology degreeand 3 years of experience as a Facility Engineer/Plant Engineering Supervisor
• CAD proficiency

Skills you must have:

• Project Management: Working 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
• Plant Facilities Management: Extensive knowledge of safety measures for physical facilities; ability to maintain, care for and develop commercial and physical facilities.
• Service Excellence: Working knowledge of customer service concepts and techniques; ability to meet or exceed customer needs and expectations and provide excellent service in a direct or indirect manner.
• Problem Solving: Extensive understanding 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.
• Collaborating: Working knowledge of collaborative techniques; ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.
• Troubleshooting Technical Problems: Extensive knowledge of troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, detect and resolve technical problems in a manufacturing environment.

Top candidates will also have:

• Masters degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology
• Creo or other 3D Modeling Software and FEA (Finite Element Analysis) software
• Experience troubleshooting and modifying service systems such as electrical power components for sub-stations, lighting systems, heat treat equipment, machine tool electrical equipment, material handling systems, filtration systems, paint systems, utilities for water, gas, steam, air, heating, ventilation, etc.
• Understanding of shop operations and maintenance procedures as well as previous experience in a particular discipline.
• Familiar with company policies and procedures with a strong department background.
• Able to build strong relationships with various stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate and have basic knowledge of functions performed by the skilled-trades personnel.

Additional information:

• Location of this position is in Lafayette, IN.
• Relocation assistance is available for this position.
• This positionwill require less than 5% travel.
• Sponsorship is NOT approved for this position.
• This position will close on 8/26/26

Final details:

Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.

This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants for this position that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Summary Pay Range:

$112,710.00 - $169,060.00

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

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

September 22, 2026 - October 5, 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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