Sr. Communication Specialist

Caterpillar Inc; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 113,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Volunteer time off

Tuition Reimbursement

Career development

Incentive bonus

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Senior Communications Specialist to serve as a strategic communications consultant supporting Human Resources initiatives.

You will partner with HR leaders to design, develop, and deliver communications that engage employees and simplify complex information. You will translate complex HR updates into clear messages, manage editorial processes, and publish content across internal channels while collaborating with stakeholders across the business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Communications, HR, PR, Journalism, Marketing, or related field.
• Knowledge of effective communication techniques, active listening, and influencing diverse audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and execute projects methodically.
• Strong collaboration and relationship-building across teams and stakeholders.
• Experience developing and distributing employee communications and newsletters.

Responsibilities

• Serve as strategic communications advisor to HR leaders and translate complex information into clear messaging.
• Design and produce communications from concept to execution aligned with business objectives.
• Build strong relationships with HR and business stakeholders.
• Support communication operations: newsletters, editorial processes, internal sites, and channels.
• Create and distribute internal communications content to employees using various formats.

Skills

Communication

Planning and organizing

Interpersonal relationships

Internal communications

Communicating for impact

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

PowerPoint

AI tools

Job description

Career Area

Communications

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.

Caterpillar is seeking a Senior Communications Specialist to serve as a strategic communications consultant supporting Human Resources initiatives. In this role, you will partner with HR leaders and key stakeholders to design, develop, and deliver impactful communications that drive engagement, support business objectives, and simplify complex information for employees across the organization.

What You Will Do

• Serve as a strategic communications advisor to HR leaders, helping translate complex information into compelling communication strategies and deliverables.
• Design and produce high-quality communications from concept through execution, ensuring alignment with business objectives and clear, effective messaging.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across HR and the business.
• Support communication operations, including publishing newsletters, managing editorial processes, and maintaining internal websites and communication channels.
• Create and distribute internal communications content targeted to employees using a variety of communication tools and formats.

What You Have

• Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent experience in Communications, Human Resources, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Communicating for Impact - Knowledge of effective communication techniques, active listening, and the ability to influence and engage diverse audiences.
• Planning and Organizing - Ability to manage multiple priorities, organize resources, and execute projects in a highly methodical manner.
• Interpersonal Relationships - Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively across teams and stakeholder groups.
• Internal Communications - Experience developing and distributing employee communications, newsletters, and other internal communication materials.

What Will Set You Apart :

• Human Resources experience.
• Strong technical acumen, including leveraging AI tools and technologies.
• Advanced PowerPoint skills with the ability to visually communicate ideas and concepts.
• Experience creating multi-media content, including video and other digital communication formats.

Additional Information

• Required Travel: Approximately 5%

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: October 5, 2026 - October 16, 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.