Entry-Level Controls Design Engineer: PLC & HMI

Caterpillar; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

HSA

Job summary

Solar Turbines Inc. in San Diego, California, a Caterpillar subsidiary, is seeking a motivated entry-level Electrical/Mechanical Engineer to design electrical hardware and control systems for gas turbines and related equipment.

You will collaborate with an Engineering Value Stream and mentors to apply PLC software and ladder logic in real projects. The role requires a Bachelor of Science in Engineering, a strong communication skill set, and willingness to travel for meetings and field support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering required.
• GPA 2.8 or above.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical hardware and control systems for gas turbines, power generators, natural gas compressors, and methane emissions reduction systems.
• Develop electrical schematic drawings and control software for PLCs.
• Collaborate with Solar Turbines teams and external customers; support field personnel during commissioning.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

Ladder logic

PLCs

HMI software

Job description

Solar Turbines Inc. in San Diego, California, a Caterpillar subsidiary, is seeking a motivated entry-level Electrical/Mechanical Engineer to design electrical hardware and control systems for gas turbines and related equipment.

You will collaborate with an Engineering Value Stream and mentors to apply PLC software and ladder logic in real projects. The role requires a Bachelor of Science in Engineering, a strong communication skill set, and willingness to travel for meetings and field support.