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 has an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Communications Specialist to join the Cat Digital division. In this role, you will serve as the primary communications partner for the AI & Analytics, Digital Applications, and Digital Platforms teams, helping translate complex technology initiatives into compelling narratives that resonate across the enterprise and beyond.
You will play a key role supporting senior leaders and bringing to life the stories behind Caterpillar's digital transformation efforts, helping employees, customers, and stakeholders understand the critical role these teams play in developing the digital solutions that solve customer challenges and shape the future of our business.
This position requires someone who can quickly understand technical concepts, connect business strategy to technology outcomes, and create impactful communications that elevate the work of software engineering teams and executive leaders.
Strategic Storytelling & Content Development
Create executive presentations, talking points, speeches, leadership messaging, and strategic communication materials.
Create, manage, and deploy internal communications across a variety of channels, including employee newsletters, Viva Engage, SharePoint, leadership messages, presentations, and organizational updates.
Executive Partnership & Communications Advisory
Provide counsel on messaging, communication risks, stakeholder considerations, and organizational impact.
Manage communication priorities, workflows, timelines, and deliverables across multiple stakeholders.
Presentation Development & Communication
Experience using tools such as PowerPoint, Canva, Adobe Express, or similar platforms to support storytelling and executive communications.
Ability to quickly learn and understand technical concepts related to software engineering, analytics, artificial intelligence, applications, digital platforms, and emerging technologies.
Communication & Influence
Experience leveraging AI tools and emerging technologies to improve productivity, efficiency, content creation, and research.
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Five or more years of experience in Communications, Public Relations, Executive Communications, or a related field.
Proven ability to translate highly technical concepts into meaningful business narratives for non-technical audiences. Experience supporting technology, software engineering, analytics, AI, digital products, or digital transformation is preferred.
Experience supporting both internal and external communications (executive communications, thought leadership initiatives, speaking engagements, media opportunities).
Be part of a team helping redefine what the future of heavy industry looks like through technology, data, automation, and AI.
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
Posting Dates:
August 5, 2026 - August 19, 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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