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EngineeringJob 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.
Responsible for the design of turbine and driven equipment control system upgrades to existing fielded equipment for specific customer sales orders as part of a multi-disciplined project execution team.
Projects range from replacing the entire control system to modifying existing control systems to add or delete functionality based on customer requirements.
Initial focus on the manufacturing role to become acquainted with the PRU sales order project process and controls tools and then transition to include controls design responsibilities.
Deliverables - Bill of Material, Panel and Box Layout manufacturing drawings, Electrical schematic, Interconnect wiring schedule, Controller and display (HMI) software
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Electronic, Electric, Mechatronic, Electromechanics.
0-1 years of relevant experience
Fluent in English, both verbal and written
Working knowledge of PLC (programmable logic controller) software
Working knowledge of the basic theory of industrial control system applications, design, and operation
Preferred Qualifications:
Power Generation knowledge in industrial applications
Desired technical skills include programming of Rockwell Automation PLC 5 and ControlLogix 5000 processors
Ability to write and communicate ideas clearly
Ability to work well with others, team spirit, and flexibility with personal schedule to meet deadlines
A sense of urgency and organizational skills are also required to work with multiple projects and competing priorities.
Posting Dates:
January 28, 2026 - February 6, 2026Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply
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About Solar Turbines
Headquartered in San Diego, California, USA, Solar Turbines Incorporated, a subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc., is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of industrial gas turbines, with more than 16,000 units and over 3 billion operating hours in over 100 countries. Products from Solar Turbines play an important role in the development of oil, natural gas and power generation projects around the world. Solar Turbines’ products include gas turbine engines (rated from 1,590 to 52,500 horsepower), gas compressors, and gas turbine-powered compressor sets, mechanical-drive packages and generator sets (ranging from 1 to 39 megawatts). Solar’s customers put the company’s products to work in many areas including production, processing and pipeline transmission of natural gas and crude oil and generation of electricity and thermal energy for processing applications, such as manufacturing chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and food products.
Solar’s foundation is people and Solar’s culture is one where individual contributions are valued, diversity in the workplace is encouraged, and safety is emphasized in all aspects of the business. Solar Turbines, founded in 1927, is comprised of a dedicated and multi-talented workforce of more than 8,000 employees with decades of experience working as a global team.
What you'll do
- Responsible for the design of turbine and driven equipment control system upgrades for customer sales orders. Projects include replacing or modifying existing control systems based on customer requirements.
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