Electrical Engineer - Critical Power & Generator Automation

Caterpillar; Baltimore (MD); Remote; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Phone allowance and company vehicle

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) savings plan

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Caterpillar's Electric Power Division seeks an engineer to design, develop, and implement generator control switchgear systems. You will deliver automation and control solutions for complex power systems, working independently and with teams from concept through commissioning.

Responsibilities include retrofit opportunities, design and testing of LV/MV control systems, PLC/HMI development, and documentation. Requires a BSEE or BSEET, 2+ years' related experience, and travel up to 50%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET) preferred, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Minimum 2 years of related experience with degree, or 4 years of equivalent experience without a degree.
• Experience with automation and controls including PLC-based systems, HMIs, and distributed control systems.

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 or Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

PLC platforms (Modicon/Schneider, Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens, GEM)

Job description

Caterpillar's Electric Power Division seeks an engineer to design, develop, and implement generator control switchgear systems. You will deliver automation and control solutions for complex power systems, working independently and with teams from concept through commissioning.

Responsibilities include retrofit opportunities, design and testing of LV/MV control systems, PLC/HMI development, and documentation. Requires a BSEE or BSEET, 2+ years' related experience, and travel up to 50%.