Lafayette Engine Center Factory IT Manager

Career Area

Technology, Digital and Data

Oversees employees who handle factory IT infrastructure, networks, various IT projects, and IT support functions.

• Function as the IT Factory Site Support Manager: Plan and execute all facility IT infrastructure projects, maintain engagement with local facility management, and function as a thought leader on issue resolution or solution design for shop floor technology.
• Business Engagement Broker: Maintain a project list of needs and requirements for business partners, create proposals associated with requests, forecast demand, and follow Caterpillar IT demand management and solution request processes when Caterpillar IT is a supplier.
• Project Manager: Lead small to intermediate projects as required.
• Lead local complex infrastructure technology components that may be used by one or more applications or systems.
• Drive disaster recovery, security, IT controls, and other corporate objectives.
• Evaluate integrated testing and acceptance of infrastructure components.
• Work with IT leadership and facility management on various enterprise IT security initiatives.

• Strong knowledge of network, server, storage, and core infrastructure systems.
• Experience with cloud platforms, virtualization, and infrastructure monitoring tools.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity practices, including access controls, patch management, firewalls, VPNs, and network segmentation.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and root cause analysis skills.
• Experience with backup, disaster recovery, and high-availability solutions for critical infrastructure.
• Experience managing PC deployment, endpoint patching, and end-of-life hardware replacement programs.
• Ability to develop and execute IT strategic plans aligned with business goals, technology roadmaps, and infrastructure lifecycle needs.

• The primary location for this position is Lafayette, IN
• THIS ROLE IS 5 DAYS ONSITE.
• SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE.
• Relocation is NOT available.

• 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

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Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.