Human Resources Generalist, Cat Digital - Engineering

Caterpillar Inc.•Chicago, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resources Generalist for the Cat Digital Division plays a critical role in supporting our Data & AI, Applications, and Platform Engineering teams as we continue to scale and evolve. Reporting to the HR Manager, this role partners closely with leaders and employees to deliver core HR services, support talent and organizational initiatives, and foster an inclusive, high‑performance culture. The HR Generalist will also collaborate and interact with Cat Digital team members across the globe, supporting a diverse and geographically distributed workforce. As Cat Digital grows, our people remain at the center of our success—driving innovation, enabling transformation, and positioning Caterpillar to lead the industry forward for the next 100 years. This role helps ensure our teams are supported, engaged, and empowered to do their best work. The HR Generalist provides direction and support to business units in the areas of staffing, employee development, employee counseling, training and performance management.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred
Knowledge of the organization's vision, structure, culture, philosophy, operating principles, values, and code of ethics; ability to understand the value of aligning capabilities with business goals to support optimal performance.
Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
Knowledge of the techniques and the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner
Knowledge of tools, techniques and processes for gathering and reporting data; ability to practice them in a particular department or division of a company.
Knowledge of the rights and obligations in employee relations; ability to adhere to legal requirements when handling employee negotiations.
Knowledge of human resource function; ability to uphold the organization's and industry's standards, procedures and policies regarding human resources management.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in engineering/technology industries
Previous experience with immigration and global mobility

Responsibilities

Making recommendations to senior management on issues concerning employees, recruiting, turnover or training.
Administering compensation programs; monitoring performance evaluation programs and revising as necessary.
Handling employee relations issues, outplacement counseling, and exit interviewing.
Conducting organizational effectiveness assessments and recommending programs to address issues.