Remote Electrical Controls Engineer, Critical Power

Caterpillar

Nebraska

Remote

USD 89,000 - 134,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Phone allowance

Company vehicle

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Incentive bonus

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Part-time benefits

Job summary

Caterpillar’s Electric Power Division seeks an experienced engineer to drive design, development, and implementation of generator control switchgear systems. You will deliver automation and control solutions for power systems, working independently and with teams to complete retrofit and new projects from concept through commissioning.

Responsibilities include defining retrofit scope, programming and testing PLC/HMI systems, converting legacy PLCs, and producing wiring drawings.

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.
Ability to read electrical schematics and blueprints; knowledge of power systems including switchgear, ATS, and generator systems.

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.