Remote Electrical Controls Engineer: Generator Systems

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

Benefits offered by this job

Phone allowance included

Company vehicle provided

DoD SkillBridge Program

Job summary

Caterpillar’s Electric Power Division designs, develops, and implements generator control switchgear systems. You will deliver automation and control solutions for complex power systems, coordinating with teams to execute retrofit and new projects from concept through commissioning.

The role emphasizes PLC/HMI development, upgrading legacy PLCs, and ensuring performance across systems. Travel is extensive, with DoD SkillBridge opportunities and a salary range reflecting market standards for this

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.

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

Automation and controls

PLC-based systems

HMI

Distributed control systems

Cross-functional collaboration

Electrical schematics

Education

Bachelors in EE or EET

Tools

Rockwell FactoryTalk

Siemens HMI

Vijeo

iFix

Wonderware

CAD drafting

Job description

Caterpillar’s Electric Power Division designs, develops, and implements generator control switchgear systems. You will deliver automation and control solutions for complex power systems, coordinating with teams to execute retrofit and new projects from concept through commissioning.

The role emphasizes PLC/HMI development, upgrading legacy PLCs, and ensuring performance across systems. Travel is extensive, with DoD SkillBridge opportunities and a salary range reflecting market standards for this