Remote Automation & Controls Engineer – Power Systems

Caterpillar; New Mexico; Remote; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Phone allowance

Company vehicle

Job summary

Caterpillar's Electric Power Division is seeking a proactive engineer to design, develop, and implement generator control switchgear systems. You will deliver automation solutions for complex power systems, leading retrofit and new projects from concept through commissioning.

You will apply PLC/HMI expertise, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and train technicians and customers while ensuring safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET) preferred, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience with automation and controls, including PLC-based systems, HMIs, and distributed control systems.
• Basic power knowledge and ability to read electrical schematics and blueprints.
• PLC experience with one or more: Modicon/Schneider, Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or GE.
• Minimum 2 years of related experience with degree, or 4 years of equivalent experience without a degree.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet background, drug, and medical requirements.

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

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or BSEET

Tools

FactoryTalk

Siemens HMIs

Vijeo

iFix

Wonderware

Job description

Caterpillar's Electric Power Division is seeking a proactive engineer to design, develop, and implement generator control switchgear systems. You will deliver automation solutions for complex power systems, leading retrofit and new projects from concept through commissioning.

You will apply PLC/HMI expertise, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and train technicians and customers while ensuring safety and reliability.