Does Caterpillar pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Caterpillar employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.1 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Caterpillar. This rating has improved by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Caterpillar?

78% of Caterpillar employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Caterpillar 3.7 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.8 for culture and values and 3.8 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Caterpillar?

Engineer (296) , Software Engineer (143) , Design Engineer (122) , Manufacturing Engineer (115) , Intern (114) , Senior Engineer (103) , Associate Engineer (100) , Manager (98) , Project Manager (74) , Estagiário (72) , Mechanical Engineer (64) , Warehouse Associate (60) , Engineering Manager (58) , Section Manager (57) , Internship (53)

What are the pros of working at Caterpillar according to real employee reviews?

"They have very good benefits and they are friendly" ((in 643 reviews)); "Good work life balance and work support" ((in 583 reviews)); "Great people to work with on a daily basis and they make really neat products that help build the world." ((in 495 reviews)); "Good Culture and values." ((in 291 reviews)); "Great opportunities that can fulfill your career if your current assignment allows you to stick around long enough." ((in 166 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Caterpillar according to real employee reviews?

"Poor management and not observant" ((in 289 reviews)); "Constant Layoffs and Board of Directors." ((in 154 reviews)); "there are too many managers" ((in 127 reviews)); "Absolutely zero foresight from upper management." ((in 100 reviews)); "No job security and job always being threatened" ((in 81 reviews))

What are employees saying about Caterpillar layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Caterpillar layoffs and their outlook for job security at Caterpillar in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Caterpillar locations?

Grenoble , Paris , Échirolles , Saint-Denis , Arras , Quincieux , Clamart , Suresnes , Onnaing , Marne-la-Vallee

Caterpillar reviews

4.0

78% would recommend to a friend

(7,326 total reviews)

Joe Creed

68% approve of CEO

74% positive business outlook

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Caterpillar has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 7,326 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Caterpillar employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Industrie manufacturière industry (3.5 stars).

Reviews by job title

7K reviews

4.0

May 1, 2013

Great

Logistics intern

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

I would state the best item in regards to working for a company like Caterpillar is the great colleagues and team environment.

Cons

I would state the worst item in regards to working for a company like Caterpillar is the limited advancement opportunities that are present given the economic state of their industry.

4.0

Apr 27, 2013

Thankful for the opportunity

Supply chain analyst

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great people, plenty of opportunities which allows you to find the right fit. Pay seemed to be in line with responsibilities. Great place to build a resume.

Cons

Don't kid yourself, Cat is a business who's primary obligation is to shareholders. They are not the least bit concerned about the people who work for them. Regardless wether your BU is profitable or not you will be under review to be sold or eliminated as my group was. With the swipe of a pen you will no longer be 'core to Caterpillar' and your ride will begin.

4.0

Apr 26, 2013

Good pay, great stability

Engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- Competitve Pay - Great Short Term Incentive Plan - Given opportunities to showcase skills - Direct hire from contract work is possible

Cons

- Too many Zombies, walking aimlessly, with no constructive thought process on how to build great team dynamics. - Laid back management, doesn't hold people accountable

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