Talent Acquisition Partner - CAT Technology

Posted:
3/3/2026, 3:57:20 AM

Location(s):
Illinois, United States ⋅ Texas, United States ⋅ Irving, Texas, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
People & HR

Career Area:

Human Resources

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.

Digital, Technology & Distribution (DT&D) is responsible for the oversight and performance of the Cat® Dealer Network, managing the global aftermarket parts distribution network, and enterprise‑wide inbound and outbound logistics. DT&D also leads the development of digital and technology solutions to support dealers and serve customers across all Caterpillar segments

By combining operational excellence with advanced digital capabilities, DT&D plays a critical role in ensuring customers receive the right parts, services, and support—when and where they need them. From optimizing global logistics to delivering innovative technology platforms, DT&D helps drive efficiency, connectivity, and exceptional customer experiences across Caterpillar’s worldwide footprint.

As a Talent Acquisition Partner, you will act as a strategic advisor to business leaders, owning the end‑to‑end recruitment lifecycle and shaping hiring strategies that attract high‑quality talent. You will build strong partnerships with stakeholders, gain deep understanding of workforce needs, and deliver proactive, data‑driven hiring solutions that support organizational priorities.

This role blends hands‑on recruitment delivery with talent market insight, ensuring an exceptional candidate experience while driving efficient, inclusive, and high‑quality hiring outcomes across Cat Technology.

What You Will Do

You will be responsible for, but not limited to:

  • Partnering with hiring managers to advise on recruiting strategies and best practices aligned to business goals, leveraging data and market insights to inform decision‑making
  • Managing the full recruitment lifecycle, including sourcing, interviewing, reference checking, offer management, and onboarding coordination
  • Utilizing the Applicant Tracking System (ATS), Candidate Relationship Management (CRM) tools, and industry‑leading sourcing technologies to deliver qualified candidates and build robust talent pipelines
  • Developing proactive sourcing plans to attract diverse talent, managing structured interview processes, and extending offers to selected candidates
  • Ensuring a consistent, positive candidate & Hiring manager experience while balancing speed, quality, and compliance

What You Will Have:

  • Relationship Management: Knowledge of relationship management techniques with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with leaders, peers, and partners
  • Customer & Market Focus: Strong understanding of shifting talent market dynamics and the ability to respond to internal and external customer needs in a way that consistently adds value
  • Candidate Screening: Extensive knowledge of candidate screening and assessment techniques to identify suitability for initial and subsequent interview stages
  • Candidate Sourcing: Extensive experience using multiple sourcing methods and channels to attract and qualify candidates for immediate and future hiring needs
  • Staffing & Recruiting Expertise in Digital or Technology Industries: Extensive knowledge of staffing and recruiting standards, processes, tools, and best practices across a range of roles and functions
  • Workforce Analytics: Working knowledge of workforce and recruiting metrics, with the ability to interpret data and apply insights to support business decisions

Additional Info:

  • This position can be located in our Irving, TX or Mossville, IL office
  • This role requires 5 days a week in office
  • Sponsorship is not available
  • Minimal travel required

What You Will Get:

  • Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.
  • Here you earn more than just a salary because we value your performance.  We offer a total rewards package that provides benefits on day one (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus. Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays.
  • All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

About Caterpillar –

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. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Final details:

Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.

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Summary Pay Range:

$97,530.00 - $146,290.00

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:

March 3, 2026 - March 9, 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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