Remote Electrical Controls Engineer — Generator Automation

Caterpillar; West Virginia; Remote; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Phone allowance included

Company vehicle with insurance

DoD SkillBridge Program eligible

Job summary

Caterpillar is seeking an Electrical Engineering professional to design, develop, and implement generator control switchgear systems for the Electric Power Division. You will deliver automation and control solutions for complex power systems, and work both independently and with teams on retrofit and new projects from concept through commissioning.

The role emphasizes hands-on programming, testing, and documentation, with opportunities to train technicians, collaborate with CAD designers, and

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 and HMIs.
• 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.

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

Power systems knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Customer focus

Education

BSEE / BSEET or equivalent

Tools

PLC platforms (Modicon/Schneider, Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens, GE)

HMIs (FactoryTalk, iFix, Vijeo, Wonderware)

Electrical schematics reading

CAD software

Job description

Caterpillar is seeking an Electrical Engineering professional to design, develop, and implement generator control switchgear systems for the Electric Power Division. You will deliver automation and control solutions for complex power systems, and work both independently and with teams on retrofit and new projects from concept through commissioning.

The role emphasizes hands-on programming, testing, and documentation, with opportunities to train technicians, collaborate with CAD designers, and