Remote Electrical Engineer – Critical Power & Generator Controls

Caterpillar; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Phone allowance

Company vehicle provided

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

FSAs

Health Lifestyle Programs

Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discs

Career Development

Incentive bonus

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Adoption benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Caterpillar's Electric Power Division seeks an engineer to support the design, development, and implementation of generator control switchgear systems, delivering automation and control solutions for complex power systems. You will work both independently and with teams to execute retrofit and new-system projects from concept through commissioning.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, experience with PLC/HMI, and the ability to travel 35-50% within

Qualifications

• Customer-focused with ability to tailor solutions.
• Knowledge of PLC/HMI concepts and control systems.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and field personnel.

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

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or BSEET

Tools

Modicon/Schneider PLC

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

GEM PLC

Job description

Caterpillar's Electric Power Division seeks an engineer to support the design, development, and implementation of generator control switchgear systems, delivering automation and control solutions for complex power systems. You will work both independently and with teams to execute retrofit and new-system projects from concept through commissioning.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, experience with PLC/HMI, and the ability to travel 35-50% within