Gas Turbine Test & Performance Technician

Caterpillar; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) savings plan

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Job summary

Caterpillar is hiring for a test technician role in California. You will install, connect and set up test equipment for gas turbines and compressors, run tests, and analyze performance data.

The job requires strong mechanical and electrical skills, with experience in diagnosing control circuits and reading drawings. PLC troubleshooting and cross-functional teamwork are essential assets for success.

Qualifications

• Related experience with mechanical and electrical systems.
• Experience diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing control circuits.
• Ability to read mechanical/electrical drawings and manuals.
• PLC experience and practical troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Install, level, set up, prepare, and operate test equipment for gas turbines and compressors.
• Conduct test runs and perform performance acceptance tests.
• Record and review test data; calculate key parameters.
• Perform vibration surveys and trim balance as required.
• Troubleshoot malfunctions and perform rework to meet specifications.

Skills

Gas turbines

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

PLC programming

Tools

PLC hardware

Job description

Caterpillar is hiring for a test technician role in California. You will install, connect and set up test equipment for gas turbines and compressors, run tests, and analyze performance data.

The job requires strong mechanical and electrical skills, with experience in diagnosing control circuits and reading drawings. PLC troubleshooting and cross-functional teamwork are essential assets for success.