Lead Field Installation Tech – Turbo Machinery Upgrades

Solar Turbines Incorporated; Mississippi; On-site; USD 72,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Career development

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a skilled field upgrade engineer to plan and execute complex package system upgrades across industrial gas turbine packages. You will lead installation efforts, manage subcontractors, and ensure adherence to EHSS and quality standards while collaborating with global teams.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years of turbo-machinery experience, strong problem solving, and bilingual English/Spanish abilities. Travel >75% is expected; passport and certifications are required.

Qualifications

• Requires 3–5 years of turbo-machinery experience.
• Strong problem solving and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel >75% domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute and assist in removal, upgrade and installation of control consoles and package system components.
• Lead and train FIRs on project deliverables and safety practices.
• Coordinate with customers and teams to execute upgrades per project ACS.

Skills

Leadership

Travel willingness

Problem solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Tools

Windchill

Citrix

Microsoft 365

FieldMobile

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a skilled field upgrade engineer to plan and execute complex package system upgrades across industrial gas turbine packages. You will lead installation efforts, manage subcontractors, and ensure adherence to EHSS and quality standards while collaborating with global teams.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years of turbo-machinery experience, strong problem solving, and bilingual English/Spanish abilities. Travel >75% is expected; passport and certifications are required.