Remote Automation & Controls Engineer - Power Systems

Caterpillar; Eagle (ID); Remote; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Phone allowance

Company vehicle

DoD SkillBridge Program

Job summary

Caterpillar's Electric Power Division is seeking an engineer to design, develop, and implement generator control switchgear systems. You will deliver automation and control solutions for complex power systems, working both independently and with teams from concept through commissioning.

This role requires a BSEE or BSEET (or equivalent) and experience with PLCs, HMIs, and cross-functional collaboration. Remote US-based with significant travel; relocation not offered.

Qualifications

• Customer-focused approach guiding all decisions and solutions.
• Experience with customer service concepts and delivering excellent service.
• Strong technical foundation for engineering challenges and solutions.

Responsibilities

• Identify retrofit opportunities, define project scope, and support proposal development with Dealer and Factory teams.
• Execute design, programming, testing, and commissioning of low- and medium-voltage generator paralleling control systems.
• Convert legacy PLC programs to current platforms and validate performance.
• Develop and modify PLC and HMI applications using standard templates.
• Partner with CAD designers to produce wiring and assembly drawings.
• Perform technical risk assessment and support field performance of assigned projects.
• Provide technical support to AES Sales and Product Support Center teams, including escalation support.
• Submit project documentation, reports, and expenses in a timely manner.
• Train and support technicians, customers, and internal teams on maintenance, troubleshooting, and system operation as needed.

Skills

Customer focus

Service excellence

Technical excellence

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET) preferred

Tools

PLC platforms

HMIs (FactoryTalk, Siemens, iFix)

Job description

Caterpillar's Electric Power Division is seeking an engineer to design, develop, and implement generator control switchgear systems. You will deliver automation and control solutions for complex power systems, working both independently and with teams from concept through commissioning.

This role requires a BSEE or BSEET (or equivalent) and experience with PLCs, HMIs, and cross-functional collaboration. Remote US-based with significant travel; relocation not offered.