Electrical Engineer - Critical Power Systems & Automation

Caterpillar; Central City (KY); Remote; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Phone allowance included

Company vehicle provided

Job summary

Caterpillar's Electric Power Division seeks a qualified engineer to design, develop, and implement generator control switchgear systems, delivering automation and control solutions for complex power systems from concept through commissioning. You will work independently and with teams on retrofit and new projects.

This role requires a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or related field, with PLC/HMI experience, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to travel.

Qualifications

• Experience with automation and controls, including PLC-based systems, HMIs, and distributed control systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET) preferred, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience working cross-functionally with engineers, contractors, consultants, and end users.
• 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.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet background, drug, and medical requirements.

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

Tools

PLC-based systems

HMI

Distributed control systems

Job description

Caterpillar's Electric Power Division seeks a qualified engineer to design, develop, and implement generator control switchgear systems, delivering automation and control solutions for complex power systems from concept through commissioning. You will work independently and with teams on retrofit and new projects.

This role requires a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or related field, with PLC/HMI experience, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to travel.