Remote Electrical Controls Engineer – Generator Power Systems

Caterpillar; Central City (NE); Remote; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Phone allowance

Company vehicle (insurance, towing, &

Relocation assistance not offered

Paid time off

HSA

FSAs

EAP

Incentive bonus

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in the United States seeks an Electrical Engineer to join the Electric Power Division, delivering automation and control solutions for generator paralleling systems from concept through commissioning.

You will design and program PLC/HMI applications, read electrical schematics, collaborate with CAD designers, travel 35–50% to customer sites, and rely on a BSEE or BSEET (or equivalent experience) for qualification.

Qualifications

• Experience with automation and controls; PLC-based systems, HMIs, and distributed control systems.
• Reading electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with engineers, contractors, consultants, and end users.

Responsibilities

• Identify retrofit opportunities and define project scope with Dealer and Factory teams.
• Execute design, programming, testing, and commissioning of generator control systems.
• Develop and modify PLC and HMI applications using standard templates.
• Train and support technicians, customers, and internal teams on system operation.

Skills

Automation & Controls

PLC & HMI

Power Systems Knowledge

Schematic Reading

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

BSEE or BSEET preferred

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. in the United States seeks an Electrical Engineer to join the Electric Power Division, delivering automation and control solutions for generator paralleling systems from concept through commissioning.

You will design and program PLC/HMI applications, read electrical schematics, collaborate with CAD designers, travel 35–50% to customer sites, and rely on a BSEE or BSEET (or equivalent experience) for qualification.