Remote Electrical Engineer, Critical Power & Automation

Caterpillar; Helena (MT); Remote; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Phone allowance included

Company vehicle provided

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Career development

Incentive bonus

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Caterpillar's Electric Power Division is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design, develop, and implement advanced generator control switchgear systems. You will deliver automation solutions for complex power systems and work on retrofit and new projects from concept through commissioning.

The role requires hands-on design, programming, testing, and collaboration with cross-functional teams, including CAD, electricians, and field personnel.

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

Customer focus

Service excellence

Technical excellence

Education

BSEE / BSEET or equivalent

Tools

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Modicon/Schneider

Job description

Caterpillar's Electric Power Division is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design, develop, and implement advanced generator control switchgear systems. You will deliver automation solutions for complex power systems and work on retrofit and new projects from concept through commissioning.

The role requires hands-on design, programming, testing, and collaboration with cross-functional teams, including CAD, electricians, and field personnel.