Career Area:
Technology, Digital and Data
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.
This IT Analyst Infrastructure position is for the individual with the desire to work in a technical capacity, onsite at Caterpillar's Castings Foundry and Seals facility located at Mapleton, Illinois. This position comprises supporting facility end computing devices, applications, and site-specific infrastructure. Candidate will perform implementation, integration, support, and security compliance for both PC based hardware and software. Candidate will participate in and assist with application account administration and management. Additionally, candidate will have the ability to consult and participate in facility related projects introducing/deployment technology to support business related initiatives. We seek a results-oriented team player willing to work on sometimes tight schedules, and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, customer service and interpersonal skills. Candidate must also be a self-starter and possess strong initiative/willingness to understand business processes.
What You Will Do:
Provide PC hardware/software support for devices including corporate deployed IT assets at the Castings Foundry and Seals facility
Provide PC operating system support and security patch updates/deployments
If requested, assist facility with hardware diagnosis including engaging with 3rd party vendors
Basic understanding of network infrastructure (switches, routers, cabling, architecture understanding)
Performing basic network and server equipment installation under the direction and support from Caterpillar's infrastructure team
Assist with Caterpillar and vendor (factory floor) on application/software related issues
Provide Root Cause Analysis on issues impacting computers on the factory floor and make necessary corrections or make recommendations to the site on changes to improve/resolve impact
Assist with supporting Caterpillar developed applications including initial troubleshooting
Assist with non-standard account administration in Active Directory
Assist with other engine castings and seals facility IT projects and initiatives as requested.
What You Have:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or 7+ years' IT experience in each of the following:
Information technology
PC related hardware/software technology
Backend infrastructure (server, storage, database, network)
Excellent written and oral communications
Top Candidates Will Also Have
Experience within each of these areas:
Enterprise and Technical Architecture understanding
Office 360 client computing solutions
Project Management capabilities
Effective teamwork skills
Initiative (Self Starter)
Network+, or Microsoft Server and Client certifications
Experience in an engine castings foundry environment
Additional Information
Relocation assistance not available for this position
Sponsorship not available for this position
About Caterpillar -
For more than a century, Caterpillar has helped build a better, more sustainable world. With 2025 sales and revenues of $67.6 billion, Caterpillar Inc. is shaping the future as the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. Backed by one of the largest independent global dealer networks and financing services through Cat Financial, the company's primary business segments: Power & Energy, Construction Industries and Resource Industries are solving customers' toughest challenges through commercial excellence and advanced technology, driven by a highly skilled, dedicated global team. Learn more at www.caterpillar.com.
Summary Pay Range:
$89,210.00 - $133,810.00
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.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Posting Dates:
June 17, 2026 - June 29, 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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