Automation & Controls Engineer - Critical Power (Remote)

Caterpillar; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Phone allowance

Company vehicle

DoD SkillBridge Program

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in the Electric Power Division is seeking an experienced engineer to design, implement, and retrofit generator control switchgear systems.

You will deliver automation and control solutions for complex power systems, working independently and with teams from concept through commissioning. This role requires hands-on PLC and HMI development, system commissioning, and collaboration with field teams.

Qualifications

• Experience with automation and controls, including PLC-based systems, HMIs, and distributed control systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Valid driver’s license with ability to meet background, drug, and medical requirements.

Responsibilities

• Identify retrofit opportunities and support proposal development with Dealer and Factory teams.
• Execute design, programming, testing, and commissioning of LV/MV generator paralleling control systems.
• Convert legacy PLC programs to current platforms and validate performance.
• Develop and modify PLC and HMI applications using standard templates.
• Partner with CAD designers to produce wiring and assembly drawings.
• Provide technical support to AES Sales and Product Support Center teams.

Skills

Customer focus

Problem solving

Technical excellence

Education

BSEE or BSEET or equivalent

Tools

PLC systems

HMIs

Distributed control systems

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. in the Electric Power Division is seeking an experienced engineer to design, implement, and retrofit generator control switchgear systems.

You will deliver automation and control solutions for complex power systems, working independently and with teams from concept through commissioning. This role requires hands-on PLC and HMI development, system commissioning, and collaboration with field teams.