Remote Electrical Controls Engineer — Critical Power Systems

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

Benefits offered by this job

Phone allowance

Company vehicle (insurance, towing, &s

DoD SkillBridge program participation

Job summary

Caterpillar's Electric Power Division is seeking a qualified engineer to join the team that designs, develops, and implements generator control switchgear systems. You will deliver automation and control solutions for complex power systems, working both independently and with teams from concept through commissioning.

This role emphasizes hands-on design, testing, and field support, with collaboration across dealers and factory teams.

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.
• Experience working cross-functionally with engineers, contractors, consultants, and end users.

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

BSEE or BSEET preferred

Tools

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Schneider Electric

GE

FactoryTalk

iFix

Vijeo

Job description

Caterpillar's Electric Power Division is seeking a qualified engineer to join the team that designs, develops, and implements generator control switchgear systems. You will deliver automation and control solutions for complex power systems, working both independently and with teams from concept through commissioning.

This role emphasizes hands-on design, testing, and field support, with collaboration across dealers and factory teams.