2027 Entry Level Field Tooling Engineer

Solar Turbines Incorporated; DeSoto (TX); On-site; USD 72,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Caterpillar's Field Tooling Engineer role supports Tool America by providing engineering guidance for field tooling, inspection, maintenance, and deployment to ensure safety, reliability, and cost effectiveness.

The position involves close collaboration with Field Repair, Field Operations, Tool Design and suppliers worldwide; requires a bachelor's degree in a related engineering field, 0-3 years' experience, and strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or related degree at time of employment
• 2.8 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, resolve complex problems, and make sound technical decisions
• 0-3 years of relevant experience

Responsibilities

• Provide disposition for out-of-spectrum tooling
• Technical liaison for detailed repairs and work performed by suppliers
• Establish tooling inspection standards and training for inspection personnel
• Support field personnel with the identification of the correct tooling to support specific packages and work scopes
• Manage tooling interchangeability for field tool revisions and alternates
• Utilize Lean6 Sigma principles to generate improvements to meet quality and production requirements

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, Industrial Engineering

GPA 2.8 or higher on a 4.0 scale

read and interpret engineering drawings

problem solving

communication skills

Lean6 Sigma knowledge

ability to work independently

Tools

Excel

Macros programming languages

Job description

Job Description

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.

Career Area

Technology, Digital and Data

Job Description

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.

Field Tooling Engineer

Supports Solar’s Tool America organization by providing technical support and leadership for assuring the safety, reliability, availability, and cost effectiveness of field tooling, specialty equipment, and support systems used in support of Field Services, Field Repair and our customers. Work closely with Field Repair, Field Operations, Tool Design and other Tool America personnel to provide technical support for tooling design, inspection, certification, maintenance, repair, and deployment using established engineering standards and procedures. Extensive interaction with suppliers, and field personnel worldwide to ensure tooling solutions meet operational, safety, and customer requirements. Responsible for providing engineering guidance, process documentation, and responsive technical support critical to Tool America’s focus on safety, quality, operational excellence, and the timely execution of field service and field repair activities.

Activities include

• Providedispositionfor out-of-spectooling
• Technical liaison for detailed repairs and work performed by suppliers
• Establish tooling inspection standards and training for inspection personnel
• Support field personnel with the identification of the correct tooling to support specific packages and work scopes
• Manage tooling interchangeability for field tool revisions and alternates
• UtilizeLean6 Sigma principles to generate improvements to meet quality and productionrequirements

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree inMechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, IndustrialEngineering, or related degree at time of employment
• 2.8 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, resolve complex problems, and make sound technical decisions
• 0-3 years of relevant experience

Preferred Requirements

• Understanding of basic turbomachinery
• Internships in manufacturing environment orin an engineering role
• Proficiency in Excel,macros programminglanguages and functions
• Demonstrated communication skills (verbaland written)
• Ability to interpret and work from blueprints and mechanical/engineering drawings
• Sense of urgency and organizational skills to work with multiple projects and competing priorities
• Lean6 Sigma experience- Yellow Belt or Green Belt participation on a 6 Sigma project desirable
• Demonstratedability to takeinitiative to improve quality throughidentification of root cause and Implementation of correctiveaction
• Ability to effectivelycommunicatewith internal and external customers, withproficiencyin communicating technical information
• Demonstratedabilityto work independently andcompleteassigned tasks in a timely manner

Summary Pay Range

$72,360.00 - $108,540.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
• 401(k) savings plans*
• Health Savings Account (HSA)*
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
• Health Lifestyle Programs*
• Employee Assistance Program*
• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
• Career Development*
• Incentive bonus*
• Disability benefits
• Life Insurance
• Parental leave
• Adoption benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• These benefits also apply to part-time employees

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates

September 28, 2026 - October 27, 2026

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.