Remote Electrical Controls Engineer - Critical Power Systems

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

Benefits offered by this job

Phone allowance

Company vehicle

Job summary

Caterpillar, a global leader in power systems, seeks a skilled engineer to design, implement, and commission generator control switchgear solutions. You will deliver automation for complex power systems, lead retrofit and new projects from concept through commissioning, and collaborate with dealers, factory teams, and cross-functional partners.

The role emphasizes PLC/HMI development, electrical schematics literacy, and field support across high and medium voltage environments with travel

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering and related field.
• Experience working cross-functionally with engineers, contractors, consultants, and end users.
• Experience with automation and controls, including PLC-based systems, HMIs, and distributed control systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Minimum 2 years of related experience with degree, or 4 years 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

Cross-functional collaboration

Automation & controls

Education

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

HMI software (FactoryTalk, Siemens, Vijeo, iFix, Wonderware)

PLC brands: Modicon/Schneider, Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens, GE

Job description

Caterpillar, a global leader in power systems, seeks a skilled engineer to design, implement, and commission generator control switchgear solutions. You will deliver automation for complex power systems, lead retrofit and new projects from concept through commissioning, and collaborate with dealers, factory teams, and cross-functional partners.

The role emphasizes PLC/HMI development, electrical schematics literacy, and field support across high and medium voltage environments with travel