Remote Electrical Controls Engineer Generator Systems

Caterpillar

San Francisco (CA)

Remote

USD 89,000 - 134,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Phone allowance
Company vehicle
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
401(k) savings plans
HSA
FSAs
Paid time off
Tuition Reimbursement
DoD SkillBridge Program

Job summary

Caterpillar is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design, develop, and implement generator control switchgear systems within the Electric Power Division. You will deliver automation and control solutions across retrofit and new projects from concept through commissioning.

Responsibilities include designing, programming, testing, and commissioning, converting legacy PLCs, and supporting dealer and factory teams.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET) preferred, or equivalent relevant experience.

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
PLC/HMI programming
Electrical schematics reading
Cross-functional collaboration
Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley
Siemens PLC
Schneider Modicon
HMI platforms (FactoryTalk, iFix, Vijeo)

Job description

Caterpillar is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design, develop, and implement generator control switchgear systems within the Electric Power Division. You will deliver automation and control solutions across retrofit and new projects from concept through commissioning.

Responsibilities include designing, programming, testing, and commissioning, converting legacy PLCs, and supporting dealer and factory teams.

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