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Caterpillar Inc

Q: When was Caterpillar Inc founded?

Caterpillar Inc was founded in 1925. The company has been operating for 99 years primarily in the Industrial Machinery sector .

Q: Where is the Caterpillar Inc headquarters located?

Caterpillar Inc is headquartered in Deerfield, Illinois. It operates in 4 cities such as Chennai, Bangalore / Bengaluru, Hosur, Aurangabad. To explore all the office locations, visit Caterpillar Inc locations .

Q: How many employees does Caterpillar Inc have in India?

Caterpillar Inc currently has more than 7,300+ employees in India. Production, Manufacturing & Engineering department appears to have the highest employee count in Caterpillar Inc based on the number of reviews submitted on AmbitionBox.

Q: Does Caterpillar Inc have good work-life balance?

Caterpillar Inc has a work-life balance rating of 4.2 out of 5 based on 1,100+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox. 84% employees rated Caterpillar Inc 4 or above on work-life balance. This rating reflects the company's efforts to help employees maintain a healthy balance between their personal and professional lives. We encourage you to read Caterpillar Inc work-life balance reviews for more details

Q: Is Caterpillar Inc good for career growth?

Career growth at Caterpillar Inc is rated fairly well, with a promotions and appraisal rating of 3.5. 84% employees rated Caterpillar Inc 4 or above, while 16% employees rated it 3 or below on promotions/appraisal. Though the sentiment is mixed for career growth, majority employees have rated it positively. We recommend reading Caterpillar Inc promotions/appraisals reviews for more detailed insights.

Q: What are the pros of working in Caterpillar Inc?

Working at Caterpillar Inc offers several advantages that make it an appealing place for employees. The company is highly rated for company culture , work life balance and job security , based on 1,100+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox.

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based on 1.1k Reviews

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Company Summary

Overall Rating

4.3/5

based on 1.1k reviews

33% above

industry average

Highly rated for

Company Culture, Work-Life Balance, Job Security

Key Factors to Consider

3.9

Salary & Benefits

4.1

Job Security

4.2

Work-Life Balance

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Work Policy

Hybrid

54% employees reported

Monday to Friday

80% employees reported

Flexible timing

74% employees reported

No travel

51% employees reported

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Top Employees Benefits

Job/Soft skill training

90 employees reported

Health insurance

64 employees reported

Cafeteria

57 employees reported

Office cab/shuttle

56 employees reported

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About Caterpillar Inc

Founded in1925 (99 yrs old)

India Employee Count5k-10k

Global Employee Count1 Lakh+

HeadquartersDeerfield, Illinois, United States (USA)

Office Locations

Bangalore / Bengaluru

Hosur

Chennai

Websitecaterpillar.com

Primary Industry

Industrial Machinery

Other Industries

Engineering & Construction

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Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. We are a leader and proudly have the largest global presence in the industries we serve. Learn more about our Strategy, Governance, History and Brands, as well as the values that guide our conduct. With 2021 sales and revenues of $51.0 billion. 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. Caterpillar does business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries and Energy & Transportation – and providing financing and related services through our Financial Products segment.

Mission: We build thriving communities by investing in the skills people need to join the modern workforce, and the natural and vital infrastructure they rely upon.

Vision: The Caterpillar Foundation is transforming communities to be stronger, more resilient, and more sustainable.

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based on 1.1k reviews

Overall Rating

4.3/5

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Category Ratings

4.2

Company Culture

4.2

Work-Life Balance

4.1

Job Security

4.1

Skill Development

4.0

Work Satisfaction

3.9

Salary & Benefits

3.5

Promotions/Appraisal

Caterpillar Inc is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars on AmbitionBox, based on 1.1k company reviews. This rating reflects a generally positive employee experience, indicating satisfaction with the company’s work culture, benefits, and career growth opportunities. AmbitionBox gathers authentic employee reviews and ratings, making it a trusted platform for job seekers and employees in India.

Gender Based Ratings at Caterpillar Inc

based on 1.1k reviews

4.1

Rated by 168 Women

Rated 4.0 for Job Security and 4.0 for Skill Development

4.3

Rated by 901 Men

Rated 4.2 for Work-Life Balance and 4.2 for Company Culture

Work Policy at Caterpillar Inc

based on 103 reviews in last 6 months

Hybrid

54%

Work from office

41%

Permanent work from home

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Overall Rating	4.3/5 based on 1.1k reviews	4.0/5 based on 636 reviews	4.3/5 based on 113 reviews	3.9/5 based on 102 reviews
Highly Rated for	Work-Life balance Company culture Job Security	Job Security Work-Life balance Company culture	Work-Life balance Work Satisfaction Company culture	Job Security Work-Life balance
Critically Rated for	No critically rated category	Promotion/Appraisals	No critically rated category	Promotion/Appraisals Salary & Benefits
Primary Work Policy	Hybrid 54% employees reported	Work from office 96% employees reported	Work from office 82% employees reported	Work from office 76% employees reported
Rating by Women Employees	4.1 Good rated by 168 women	4.2 Good rated by 48 women	4.8 Excellent rated by 9 women	4.9 Excellent rated by 4 women
Rating by Men Employees	4.3 Good rated by 901 men	4.0 Good rated by 541 men	4.3 Good rated by 99 men	3.9 Good rated by 87 men
Job Security	4.1 Good	4.3 Good	4.0 Good	4.1 Good