Remote Electrical Controls Engineer - Critical Power

Caterpillar; Hartford (CT); Remote; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Employee Assistance Program

Incentive bonus

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking an Automation Engineer to design, implement, and commission PLC-based control systems for generator applications. The role involves retrofitting existing plants, developing PLC/HMI software, and generating wiring diagrams with CAD support.

The position is remote-based in the U.S. with 35–50% travel, offering comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and bonus incentives. A BSEE or BSEET is preferred, with strong teamwork and customer-focus skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field preferred.
• Experience with PLC-based automation, HMIs, and DCS.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Willingness to travel 35–50% and work remotely.
• Strong customer focus and teamwork.

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.
• Collaborate to ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

Electrical schematics

Generator control systems

System integration

Retrofit projects

Technical training

Education

BSEE or BSEET preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

CAD drawings

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking an Automation Engineer to design, implement, and commission PLC-based control systems for generator applications. The role involves retrofitting existing plants, developing PLC/HMI software, and generating wiring diagrams with CAD support.

The position is remote-based in the U.S. with 35–50% travel, offering comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and bonus incentives. A BSEE or BSEET is preferred, with strong teamwork and customer-focus skills.