Electrical Controls Engineer — Critical Power Systems

Caterpillar Inc.; Milton (MA); Remote; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Phone allowance

Company vehicle with insurance

DoD SkillBridge Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking an Electrical Power Automation Engineer to support generator control switchgear systems. The role involves delivering automation solutions from concept through commissioning, across retrofit and new projects.

You will collaborate with Dealer and Factory teams, convert legacy PLCs, and develop PLC/HMI applications, while partnering with CAD designers for wiring drawings. Travel 35–50% is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or BSEET, or equivalent experience.
• Experience with PLC/automation controls and HMIs.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Willingness to travel 35–50% for field projects.
• Cross-functional collaboration with engineers, contractors, and end users.

Responsibilities

• Identify retrofit opportunities, define scope, and support proposals with Dealer and Factory teams.
• Design, program, test, and commission 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.
• Produce wiring and assembly drawings with CAD designers.
• Perform technical risk assessment and support field performance of 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.

Skills

Customer focus

Service excellence

Technical excellence

Education

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

Tools

Modicon/Schneider

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley

Siemens

GE

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking an Electrical Power Automation Engineer to support generator control switchgear systems. The role involves delivering automation solutions from concept through commissioning, across retrofit and new projects.

You will collaborate with Dealer and Factory teams, convert legacy PLCs, and develop PLC/HMI applications, while partnering with CAD designers for wiring drawings. Travel 35–50% is required.