Manager, Talent Acquisition – CAT Technology

Caterpillar Inc.

Talent Acquisition Manager leading technology recruiting efforts for Caterpillar. Focusing on specialized engineering and technology talent to support global initiatives.

Posted 4/16/2026full-timeIrving • Illinois, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $112,710 - $169,060 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, coach, and develop a team of Talent Acquisition Partners focused on technology, and tech-enabled operational roles
Define and execute technology talent acquisition strategies aligned to software engineering, robotics, automation and autonomy, machine and systems architecture, virtual product development, and advanced site solutions.
Drive innovative employer branding and talent attraction strategies to position Caterpillar as an employer of choice for technology professionals
Build scalable, proactive pipelines for critical and hard-to-hire technology skillsets using market intelligence and workforce planning insights
Continuously evolve sourcing, assessment, and selection practices to reflect modern technology hiring expectations and candidate experience standards
Partner with senior technology and business leaders to understand capability needs, advise on market trends, and shape hiring plans
Use recruiting analytics, benchmarks, and talent market data to measure effectiveness and improve outcomes
Ensure compliance with company policies while championing inclusive, equitable, and high-quality hiring practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Demonstrated experience leading Talent Acquisition teams supporting technology-driven organizations
Strong background in hiring for software, automation, autonomy, AI and robotics.
Proven success in employer branding, talent pipelining, and competitive technology market sourcing strategies
Experience improving end-to-end recruiting processes and operating models at scale
Data-driven mindset, with the ability to translate workforce and recruiting analytics into actionable insights

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

talent acquisitionrecruiting analyticsemployer brandingsourcing strategieshiring processesworkforce planningdata-driven decision makingtechnology recruitmentautomationrobotics

Soft Skills

leadershipcoachingcommunicationcollaborationstrategic thinkingproblem-solvingadaptabilityinclusivityequitycandidate experience