Senior Permitting and Regulatory Manager

Caterpillar Inc.; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 159,000 - 239,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off (vacation, holidays)

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Career Development

Incentive bonus

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Irving, TX seeks a Senior Permitting and Regulatory Manager to act as a strategic advisor linking environmental rules, equipment operations, and project success.

You ensure equipment runs efficiently while complying with environmental permits. You will lead data-driven emissions initiatives, collaborate across the organization, and guide teams through federal and state requirements to win customer engagements.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of data gathering and analysis tools, techniques, and processes.
• Ability to collect and synthesize data from a variety of stakeholders and sources in an objective manner to reach a conclusion, goal, or judgment.
• Knowledge of the decision‑making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to analyze situations and reach productive decisions.
• Knowledge of relationship management techniques; ability to establish and maintain healthy working relationships with clients, vendors, and peers.
• Knowledge of the importance of "big picture" thinking and planning; ability to apply organizational acumen and competitiveness to identify and maintain focus on key success factors for the organization.

Responsibilities

• Create ad-hoc Emissions Solution recommendations at a project level, to lock in immediate business and begin crafting agreements.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with business partners across the organization and outside consultants to gain data on industry trends and collect voice of the customer and voice of the business to propose ideas for business growth.
• Thoroughly understand working-level Federal and State emissions requirements to guide team strategies to secure wins with customers.
• Manage metrics, dashboards, and supporting management tools in place to monitor performance and develop processes to increase sales.
• Plan and direct all projects viewed as critical to the department and the enterprise.
• Gather information and assess the market, including competitive issues, market dynamics, market service needs, and the company position in the industry by securing a leadership role within the trade associations, technical bodies, and schools particular to this sector.

Skills

Data gathering & analysis

Decision making & critical thinking

Effective communications

Relationship management

Strategic thinking

Education

PE

CHMM

CEP

QEP

Job description

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

Sales

Job Summary

The Electric Power Division’s Business Development team is seeking an individual to be a strategic advisor to our customers and internal partners. As a Senior Permitting and Regulatory Manager you are the critical link between environmental rules, equipment operations, and project success. You act as a trusted advisor ensuring equipment runs efficiently without violating environmental permits.

What You Will Do

• Create ad-hoc Emissions Solution recommendations at a project level, to lock in immediate business and begin crafting agreements.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with business partners across the organization and outside consultants to gain data on industry trends and collect voice of the customer and voice of the business to propose ideas for business growth.
• Thoroughly understand working-level Federal and State emissions requirements to guide team strategies to secure wins with customers.
• Manage metrics, dashboards, and supporting management tools in place to monitor performance and develop processes to increase sales.
• Plan and direct all projects viewed as critical to the department and the enterprise.
• Gather information and assess the market, including competitive issues, market dynamics, market service needs, and the company position in the industry by securing a leadership role within the trade associations, technical bodies, and schools particular to this sector.

What You Will Have

Data Gathering & Analysis: Knowledge of data gathering and analysis tools, techniques, and processes; ability to collect and synthesize data from a variety of stakeholders and sources in an objective manner to reach a conclusion, goal, or judgment.

• Documents sources and validates the accuracy of data analysis by evaluating the pros and cons of data analysis methods used.
• Implements procedures and policies within a data processing function.
• Teaches others how to improve the validity and reliability of data used in various analyses.
• Evaluates best practices of data gathering and analysis within the industry.

Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.

• Differentiates assumptions, perspectives, and historical frameworks.
• Evaluates past decisions for insights to improve decision-making process.
• Uses effective decision-making approaches such as consultative, command, or consensus.
• Ensures that assumptions and received wisdom are objectively analyzed in decisions.

Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.

• Reviews others' writing or presentations and provides feedback and coaching.
• Demonstrates both empathy and assertiveness when communicating a need or defending a position.
• Employs appropriate methods of persuasion when soliciting agreement.

Relationship Management: Knowledge of relationship management techniques; ability to establish and maintain healthy working relationships with clients, vendors, and peers.

• Communicates to clients regarding expectations of all parties.
• Participates in negotiating the terms of the business relationship.
• Maintains productive, long-term relationships with clients or vendors.
• Empowers others to establish collaborative, healthy relationships.

Strategic Thinking: Knowledge of the importance of "big picture" thinking and planning; ability to apply organizational acumen and competitiveness to identify and maintain focus on key success factors for the organization.

• Directs strategic alliances and partnerships for mutual benefit.
• Makes sound business decisions on behalf of the group when faced with complex and contradictory alternatives.
• Builds the strategic thinking capability of the group.
• Interprets available data and analyses when creating business plans.
• Recommends ways to position the organization for long-term competitiveness.
• Prepares the group's response to key marketplace trends, opportunities, and vulnerabilities.

Top Candidates Will Also Have

• Expert knowledge of the various relevant permits available (e.g. Title V, NSR, PSD, etc.)
• Core professional credentials/certifications (e.g. PE, CHMM, CEP, QEP, etc.)
• Ability to model emissions output based on equipment performance, creating emissions calculating methodologies
• Ability to analyze equipment data sheets to determine operational flexibility under strict permit caps
• Convert legal code into practical use and incorporate it into standard operating procedure

Additional Information

• The primary location for this position will be Irving, TX (secondary locations include: Mossville, IL, Alpharetta, GA, or Griffin, GA).
• Travel up to 10-15% is required.
• Domestic relocation assistance is offered for this position.
• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• This position requires the candidate to work a 5-day-a-week schedule in the office.

Summary Pay Range

$159,120.00 - $238,680.00

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

Posting Dates

August 5, 2026 - August 12, 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.