Remote Automation & Controls Engineer - Power Systems

Caterpillar; United States; Remote; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Caterpillar is seeking an Automation & Controls Engineer for Critical Power Systems. Remote-based in the United States with 35-50% travel, you will design, program, test, and implement generator control switchgear systems, delivering automation solutions from concept through commissioning.

You will identify retrofit opportunities, convert legacy PLCs, develop HMI applications, collaborate with CAD teams, and train technicians and customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2 years related experience with degree; 4 years without degree.
• Experience with automation, PLC/HMI systems and DCS.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration with engineers, contractors, end users.

Responsibilities

• Identify retrofit opportunities and define project scope.
• Design, program, test, and commission LV/MV generator control systems.
• Convert legacy PLCs to current platforms and validate performance.
• Develop PLC and HMI apps using standard templates.
• Train technicians and provide operational support.
• Submit project docs, reports, and expenses timely.

Skills

PLC systems

HMI programming

Electrical schematics

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Modicon/Schneider PLC

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley

Siemens PLC

GE PLC

Job description

Caterpillar is seeking an Automation & Controls Engineer for Critical Power Systems. Remote-based in the United States with 35-50% travel, you will design, program, test, and implement generator control switchgear systems, delivering automation solutions from concept through commissioning.

You will identify retrofit opportunities, convert legacy PLCs, develop HMI applications, collaborate with CAD teams, and train technicians and customers.