Remote Automation & Controls Engineer - Power Systems

Caterpillar; Minnesota; Remote; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Phone allowance

Company vehicle provided

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Incentive bonus

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in the United States is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join the Electric Power Division, delivering automation and control solutions for generator switchgear systems.

You will lead design, programming, testing, and commissioning of LV/MV generator paralleling controls, convert legacy PLCs, develop PLC and HMI applications, and support field operations. The role requires 35–50% travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET) preferred, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Customer Focus: align customer needs and satisfaction to deliver customized solutions.
• Service Excellence: provide excellent service and meet customer expectations.
• Technical Excellence: deep knowledge of technology and cross-functional work with engineers and end users.
• Experience with automation and controls, including PLC-based systems and HMIs.
• Basic power knowledge; able to read electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Remote (U.S.-based) with travel 35-50%.
• Salaried exempt position with overtime eligibility.
• Relocation assistance is not available.

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.
• 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

Automation & controls

PLC & HMI development

Power systems knowledge

Reading electrical schematics

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BSEE or BSEET degree

Equivalent relevant experience

Tools

PLC platforms

HMI development tools

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. in the United States is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join the Electric Power Division, delivering automation and control solutions for generator switchgear systems.

You will lead design, programming, testing, and commissioning of LV/MV generator paralleling controls, convert legacy PLCs, develop PLC and HMI applications, and support field operations. The role requires 35–50% travel.