Caterpillar Inc. has committed $5 million toward workforce training and development programs in Texas, aiming to support the manufacturing sector’s shift toward digital technologies. The funding represents the first allocation from the heavy equipment manufacturer’s five-year, $100 million Building the Future Workforce Initiative within the state.
Governor Greg Abbott and company leadership announced the investment on July 2 at Caterpillar’s advanced engine manufacturing facility in Seguin. The Seguin plant, which spans 1.7 million square feet, produces advanced diesel engines for the company.
The initiative targets three primary goals: lowering financial obstacles for training, creating a skills framework for future needs, and establishing pathways that link students to careers in advanced manufacturing. In Texas, Caterpillar is partnering with Texas State Technical College, the Manufacturing Institute, the Seguin Economic Development Corporation, and other local stakeholders to execute this work.
Christy Pambianchi, Caterpillar’s Chief Human Resources Officer, stated that the company views investing in people and skill development as essential to building a strong workforce. She described Texas as a manufacturing hub and vital center for innovation, noting that the pledge aims to prepare residents for current and future technology-driven careers.
Governor Abbott praised the commitment during the announcement, highlighting Texas’s reputation for high-skilled job training. He stated that the program helps build a better future for residents and supports the state’s economic strength.
Caterpillar relocated its global headquarters from Illinois to Irving in 2022 and acquired a nearby building in December to support expansion. The company reported $67.6 billion in sales and revenues for 2025. It currently employs 6,630 people across Texas, working at its Irving headquarters and 17 other facilities statewide.
