Power Systems Applications Engineer

Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) savings plan

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Caterpillar is seeking a Power Systems Applications Engineer in Alpharetta, GA. You will review specifications, interpret customer drawings, and approve switchgear designs, enabling the production of robust power systems.

You will collaborate with CAD designers, consultants, and customers to ensure timely, high-quality submittals and production handoffs. Role emphasizes analytical thinking, accuracy, and effective communication to deliver reliable switchgear and MV/LV systems.

Qualifications

• Degree in an accredited Engineering, Computer Science, or Materials Science curriculum.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Responsibilities

• Review specifications, proposals, estimates, and submittal packages with drawings and BOMs.
• Interpret customer specifications and drawings; interact with dealers/consultants.
• Approve designs for switchgear and generator control systems.
• Design protective relaying for switchgear; finalize power envelope designs.
• Support sales team with technical solutions and guidance.
• Collaborate with customers and leadership to scope and execute projects.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Problem solving

Technical excellence

Project management

Education

Engineering/CS/Materials Science degree

Job description

Caterpillar is seeking a Power Systems Applications Engineer in Alpharetta, GA. You will review specifications, interpret customer drawings, and approve switchgear designs, enabling the production of robust power systems.

You will collaborate with CAD designers, consultants, and customers to ensure timely, high-quality submittals and production handoffs. Role emphasizes analytical thinking, accuracy, and effective communication to deliver reliable switchgear and MV/LV systems.