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Develop and execute a public affairs plan to position Caterpillar's innovation and advanced technology story across earned, paid, and owned media. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create executive content, manage awards submissions, and amplify narratives through media and influencers.
Requires exceptional writing skills and professional experience in communications, public relations, or journalism. Candidates must be able to simplify complex technical topics and navigate a matrixed organization with sound judgment.
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.
Job Summary
We are seeking a public affairs professional with strong writing and strategic communications skills to position Caterpillar’s innovation story across earned and paid media, thought leadership, executive platforms and external recognition. This role will focus on shaping and amplifying narratives that demonstrate how Caterpillar is solving our customers’ toughest challenges – through customer-driven innovation, strong intellectual property and our talented people.
This new position will go beyond traditional media relations and will partner closely with engineering, technology, HR, legal, segment and communications stakeholders and our government affairs team. This role will be part of the Enterprise Media team and is open to candidates in Irving or Peoria.
Key Job Responsibilities
Develop a public affairs plan aligned to our corporate narrative that positions Caterpillar’s advanced technology story to key stakeholder audiences
Develop content focused on innovation and advanced technology leadership, including op‑eds, contributed articles and for owned channels, including web and social, as well as other materials
Identify and develop opportunities and stories that highlight Caterpillar’s intellectual property, patents and innovation pipeline, as well as highlighting the people behind those stories
In partnership with legal and our engineering team, lead development of innovation‑focused awards submissions, including researching opportunities, drafting submissions and securing approvals
Identify speaking and thought leadership opportunities, developing talking points, briefing materials and messaging for executives and subject matter leaders
Identify and engage with media, influencers and stakeholders to help amplify Caterpillar’s innovation stories
Draft proactive and reactive statements and supporting materials as needed
Serve as a general media contact for a variety of Caterpillar-related stories and issues as needed, including supporting events and media engagements as needed
Collaborate with the enterprise media team to ensure innovation narratives are integrated into broader media and communications efforts
Measure and present Caterpillar’s results, as well as those of our competitors
Basic Qualifications
Proven, exceptional writing and editing skills; ability to produce clear, compelling, executive level content
Experience in communications, public relations, corporate affairs, journalism, or a related discipline
Ability to simplify complex or technical topics into clear, audience-appropriate messaging
Strong collaboration skills and comfort working across functions and with senior leaders
Sound judgment and discretion, with the ability to operate effectively in sensitive or high‑visibility situations
Preferred Qualifications
Experience developing integrated public affairs and media strategies across paid, earned and owned channels
Ability to distill complex topics into easily understandable narratives across formats (op-eds, bylined articles, advertorials, speeches and media statement)
Experience in crisis communications or issues management; proven ability to remain composed and deliver clear communications under pressure
Ability to navigate a complex, matrixed organization
Familiarity with content strategy
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.
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.
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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Solving our customers' toughest challenges
For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed. With 2024 sales and revenues of $64.8 billion, Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. Caterpillar does business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries and Energy & Transportation – and provides financing and related services through our Financial Products segment.
Offices: Irving, Texas, US
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