Electrical Controls Engineer - Critical Power & Generators

Caterpillar Inc.; Guin (AL); Remote; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Phone allowance

Company vehicle

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in the United States seeks an Electrical professional to support generator control switchgear systems within the Electric Power Division.

You will deliver automation and control solutions for complex power systems from concept through commissioning, working both independently and with cross-functional teams. Responsibilities include retrofits, design, programming, testing, and commissioning of low- and medium-voltage controls; migrating legacy PLCs; and developing PLC/HMI

Qualifications

• Experience working cross-functionally with engineers, contractors, consultants, and end users.
• Experience with automation and controls, including PLC-based systems, HMIs, and distributed control systems.
• Basic power knowledge and ability to read electrical schematics and blueprints.
• PLC experience with one or more: Modicon/Schneider, Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or GE.
• Minimum 2 years of related experience with degree, or 4 years of equivalent experience without a degree.

Responsibilities

• Identify retrofit opportunities, define project scope, and support proposal development with Dealer and Factory teams.
• Execute design, programming, testing, and commissioning of low- and medium-voltage 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.
• Perform technical risk assessment and support field performance of assigned projects.
• Provide technical support to AES Sales and Product Support Center teams, including escalation support.
• Submit project documentation, reports, and expenses in a timely manner.
• Train and support technicians, customers, and internal teams on maintenance, troubleshooting, and system operation as needed.

Skills

Customer focus

Service excellence

Technical excellence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or BSEET preferred

Tools

PLC-based systems

HMIs

Distributed control systems

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. in the United States seeks an Electrical professional to support generator control switchgear systems within the Electric Power Division.

You will deliver automation and control solutions for complex power systems from concept through commissioning, working both independently and with cross-functional teams. Responsibilities include retrofits, design, programming, testing, and commissioning of low- and medium-voltage controls; migrating legacy PLCs; and developing PLC/HMI