Project Manager

Caterpillar Brazil; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 121,000 - 181,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Tuition Reimbursement

Incentive bonus

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Project Manager to lead PSU projects from booking to installation of turbomachinery equipment in Houston.

You will ensure technical soundness, adhere to contractual requirements, and manage schedules to hit customer readiness-to-ship milestones. The role requires strong commercial and technical acumen, ability to lead cross-functional teams, and excellent communication with customers and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related technical field.
• 5-7 years of relevant experience in project management for turbomachinery.
• Strong commercial and technical acumen with customer focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from booking through installation and commissioning of turbomachinery equipment.
• Ensure on-schedule delivery and milestones to meet readiness-to-ship timelines.
• Drive project financial performance with margins within ±5 percentage points of revenue targets.
• Serve as primary customer representative from project award through commissioning.
• Ensure customer satisfaction through on-schedule execution and quality deliverables.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across global business units.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Technical acumen

Multitask leadership

Issue resolution

Customer-facing

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related technical field

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

LN

Job description

Career Area:StrategyJob 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.The Project Manager serves as the primary liaison between the PR&U Organization, internal stakeholders, and customers. This role is the technical and commercial lead responsible for the successful execution of PSU (Package System Upgrade) projects. The Project Manager regularly interfaces across global business units as well as with customer senior management and major suppliers.What you will do:Lead projects from booking through installation and commissioning of turbomachinery equipment.Ensure technical soundness of system design and equipment application, adhering to engineering best practices and contractual requirements.Deliver projects that meet quality expectations for turbine package equipment, drawings, and documentation.Manage project schedules and ensure on‑time delivery to meet customer readiness-to-ship timelines.Drive project financial performance, controlling profit margins within ±5 percentage points of revenue targets.Serve as the primary customer representative from project award through commissioning.Ensure a high level of customer satisfaction through on-schedule execution, quality deliverables, and effective issue resolution.Contribute significantly to business objectives through project profitability and customer relationship management.What you will have:Strong commercial and technical acumen.Proven ability to multitask and lead cross-functional project teams.Demonstrated capability to identify, analyze, and resolve issues impacting project execution.Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, Word and LN.Knowledge of turbomachinery package and systems.Customer‑oriented mindset with the ability to track milestones, communicate progress, and resolve both technical and commercial issues within project scope.Education and Experience:Bachelor’s degree in a related technical field5-7 Years of relevant experienceThis Job Description is intended as a general guide to the job duties for this position and is intended for the purpose of establishing the specific salary grade. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive summary of all responsibilities, duties and effort required of employees assigned to this job. At the discretion of management, this description may be changed at any time to address the evolving needs of the organization. It is expressly not intended to be a comprehensive list of “essential job functions” as that term is defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.Summary Pay Range:$120,600.00 - $180,900.00Compensation 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 benefitsLife InsuranceParental leaveAdoption benefitsTuition Reimbursement* These benefits also apply to part-time employeesThis position requires working onsite five days a week.Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.Posting Dates:September 11, 2026 - September 24, 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.Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community .