Career Area:

Environmental Health and Safety

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.

About the Role

Caterpillar's Leadership and Technical Development Program (LTDP) for Environmental, Health, & Safety (EHS) is a three-year rotational program designed to accelerate development of entry-level talent and provide a solid foundation for meeting EHS challenges within operations and manufacturing. Being part of the LTDP team offers you a broad exposure to Caterpillar, presents diverse project responsibilities, engages you in a global team, provides cross-functional job experiences and includes valuable networking opportunities with all levels of Caterpillar leadership. This program provides the opportunity to build foundational technical and leadership skills for future success within the organization.

What You Will Do

Professionals within the program will complete three 12-month rotations, which are defined based on business needs. You must be willing to travel and relocate to any participating facility in North America upon hire and throughout each rotation while in the program. You’ll join a team with diverse project responsibilities and have experiences including (but not limited to):

• Corporate/Enterprise EHS: Responsible for enterprise safety driven strategy initiatives.

• Front Line Leadership: Responsible for overseeing production or logistics activities, supervising daily worker tasks, coordinating between teams, ensuring safety, and monitoring performance.

• Facility EHS : Responsible for the Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) strategy, while also completing specific EHS assignments in support of the facility performance and compliance.

What You Have – Skills and Experiences

In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute your unique skills and experiences. Below are some of the most critical skills:

• Analytical skills, initiating ideas, troubleshooting, problem-solving, and critical thinking capabilities

• Ability to work with others of diverse cultures, interpersonal styles, and abilities in a constructive and collaborative manner.

• Organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, ability to quickly gain and effectively apply new skills & knowledge

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Participate in and build on our inclusive, constructive, and productive work environment

• Ensure all team member’s contributions are recognized and valued

Program Qualifications

• Completed degree from a university/college by the start of the program in Environmental, Health, & Safety, Safety Management, Occupational Safety, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, or other EHS and Engineering Degrees

• Minimum cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.8/4.0 (no rounding)

• Must be willing to relocate domestically based upon business need for each rotation and for post-program assignment

• Program Start Dates: January & June 2027

Top Candidates May Also Have

• 0-2 years of relevant safety or environmental engineering, which may include internships or academic projects

• Project or Team Leadership experience

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Ideal for those building foundational skills in environmental health and safety, generally within the first 0-2 years of their career

Additional Information:

• Please attach your resume and an unofficial copy of your transcript to your application.

• Applicants will be considered for positions throughout the United States.

• Sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

• Relocation is available to those that qualify

• This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Final details:

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Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

Recent graduates should explore our direct hire positions at www.caterpillar.com/careers. For more information, visit caterpillar.com. To connect with us on social media, visit caterpillar.com/social-media.

Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment based non-immigrant and immigrant visas. However, as a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website www.Caterpillar.com/careers.

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

Summary Pay Range:

$81,370.00 - $122,060.00

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.

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

July 6, 2026 - February 28, 2027

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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