Facilities Project Electrical Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.

. Lead planning, design, construction, and occupancy activities for small to medium-scale facilities capital projects .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $128,470 - $192,710 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Facilities Electrical Engineering and Low Voltage Systems, with a strong focus on project management, budgeting, scheduling, and risk mitigation for capital projects. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder relationships effectively while ensuring project alignment with business objectives.

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Facilities Electrical EngineeringProject ManagementBudgetingRisk ManagementStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningConstruction ManagementCapital Project ExecutionContract NegotiationConstruction AdministrationProject ControlsFacility DesignRisk MitigationFinancial StewardshipQuality Assurance

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsRelationship BuildingCritical ThinkingDecision MakingDetail-Oriented

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Industry Keywords

Facilities EngineeringConstructionCorporate Real EstateInfrastructureCapital InvestmentGovernance FrameworksEnvironmental Health & SafetyMatrixed OrganizationsStakeholder AccountabilityBest Practices in Project Delivery

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead planning, design, construction, and occupancy activities for small to medium-scale facilities capital projects
Manage multiple concurrent projects, including office renovations, warehouse, distribution, and manufacturing support facilities
Establish project scope, budgets, schedules, execution strategies, and governance frameworks
Monitor project performance and align projects with business objectives
Identify, escalate, and mitigate project risks
Serve as a recognized internal expert in facilities electrical engineering and low voltage systems, including audio/visual, fire alarm, security, and communications systems
Provide engineering guidance and recommendations for office, warehouse, distribution, and manufacturing facilities
Manage external consultants, architects, engineers, contractors, and service providers
Review project deliverables, schedules, budgets, and construction activities
Coordinate stakeholder expectations and ensure accountability across project teams
Support contractor selection, procurement activities, and contract administration
Partner with Facilities, Real Estate, Engineering, Procurement, Finance, Operations, Environmental Health & Safety, and business leaders
Present project updates, business cases, risks, and recommendations to leaders
Support capital planning, portfolio management, investment prioritization, project controls, reporting tools, and governance processes
Promote best practices in project delivery, cost management, risk mitigation, safety, quality, sustainability, compliance, and financial stewardship
Share knowledge and mentor others through technical leadership and best-practice development

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution
A minimum of 10 years of relevant facilities engineering, construction, or project management experience
Experience leading facilities, construction, corporate real estate, infrastructure, or capital projects
Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
Strong planning, budgeting, scheduling, and risk management capabilities
Ability to successfully execute projects in complex, matrixed organizations
Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills
Demonstrated ability to lead without direct authority
Exceptional communication skills with experience presenting to senior leadership and key stakeholders
Experience negotiating construction contracts and developing supplier relationships
Understanding of facility planning, construction, design, project delivery, and capital investment processes
Experience coordinating consultants, architects, contractors, and engineering teams
Familiarity with project controls, construction administration, and governance practices
Strong decision-making and critical-thinking capabilities
Ability to navigate ambiguity while maintaining focus on key objectives
Detail-oriented approach to execution and project delivery
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon successful completion of a drug screen

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Relocation assistance for qualified candidates