Engine Mechanic

Caterpillar Brazil; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in San Diego seeks an Engine Mechanic to assemble, disassemble and overhaul engines and driven equipment. You will measure parts using calipers and CMM, follow turbine assembly standards, and work from schematics, Creo, blueprints and photographs.

A strong background in power tools and turbine maintenance is required. Preferred are 3–5 years of turbine equipment experience, nozzle manufacturing familiarity, and CMM inspection know-how.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience using power tools for troubleshooting, repair and installation.
• Strong understanding of engineering schematics and blueprints.
• Experience using general repair tools and equipment.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• 3–5 years of mechanical experience on turbine equipment.
• Familiar with nozzle manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, tear down, reassemble, and rework nozzle assemblies and sub-assemblies.
• Disassemble, rebuild, and rework turbine nozzle/Solar product lines.
• Perform assemblies and subassemblies to Solar standards.
• Airflow nozzle products and assemblies using Flow System equipment.
• Perform CMM inspection of nozzle sub-assemblies.
• Measure with calipers, height gauges, dial indicators and VDG.

Skills

Power tools experience

Engineering schematics

Repair tools usage

Overtime willingness

Turbine equipment experience

Education

High School diploma, GED or equivalent

Tools

CMM inspection

Calipers

Height gauges

Dial indicators

VDG gauges

Flow System equipment

Creo model sketches

Job description

Engine Mechanic page is loaded## Engine Mechaniclocations: San Diego, Californiatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R0000397052**Career Area:**Operations**Job Description:****Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.**When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here - we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.**About the Role:**Perform assembly and disassembly of various engines and their assemblies, accessory units, and driven equipment. Build complete engines and driven equipment prior to and after testing. Perform overhaul of engines, packages, and assemblies. Perform balancing of rotating parts and assemblies.**What You Will Do:*** Assemble, tear down, reassemble, and rework complete nozzle assemblies, sub-assemblies, and accessory units* Utilizing a working knowledge of turbomachinery products and working from electronic operational instruction sheets, blueprints, written and/or oral instructions, Creo model sketches and photographs* Disassemble, rebuild, and rework all nozzle Solar product lines and stages* Perform assemblies, and subassemblies to Solar standards* Airflow nozzle products and assemblies with the use of Flow System equipment* Perform CMM inspection of nozzle sub-assemblies* Perform measurement with the use of calipers, height gages, dial indicators and VDG (volume displacement gages)* Conduct visual quality checks of nozzle segments and assemblies**What You Have:*** High School diploma, GED or equivalent* Minimum 1 year of experience using power tools and other equipment to perform troubleshooting, repair, and installation.* Understanding of engineering schematics and blueprints* Experience using general repair tools and equipment* Ability to work overtime as needed* Willingness to work any shift**Preferred Qualifications:*** 3-5 years of mechanical experience on Turbine equipment, installation, repair, and maintenance* Familiar with nozzle manufacturing process* CMM inspection experience* Airflow test experience* Experience in to use measurement devices such as: calipers, height gages, dial indicators and VDG (volume displacement gages)***Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at***######**Summary Pay Range:**$24.15 - $41.86Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.**Benefits:**Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.* Medical, dental, and vision benefits\\** Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)\\** 401(k) savings plans\\** Health Savings Account (HSA)\\** Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)\\** Health Lifestyle Programs\\** Employee Assistance Program\\** Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts\\** Career Development\\** Incentive bonus\\** Disability benefits* Life Insurance* Parental leave* Adoption benefits* Tuition Reimbursement\\* These benefits also apply to part-time employees#########**Posting Dates:**Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply..Solar's foundation is people and Solar's culture is one where individual contributions are valued, diversity in the workplace is encouraged, and safety is emphasized in all aspects of the business. Solar Turbines is comprised of a dedicated and multi-talented workforce of more than 9,000 employees with decades of experience working as a global team.