Remote Electrical Engineer – Critical Power Systems

Caterpillar; Charleston (WV); Remote; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Phone allowance + company vehicle (ins

Paid time off (PTO)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Employee Assistance Program

Incentive bonus

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking an Electrical/Controls Engineer for the Electric Power Division, supporting design, development, and implementation of generator control switchgear systems.

You will deliver automation and control solutions for complex power systems, working independently and with teams to execute retrofit and new projects from concept through commissioning. Responsibilities include design, programming, testing, commissioning, and retrofitting of control systems, plus conversion of

Qualifications

• Experience with automation and controls, including PLC-based systems, HMIs, and distributed control systems.
• Knowledge of power systems and switchgear, ATS, and generator systems.
• Basic power knowledge and 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.
• 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

Travel readiness

ES reading

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

PLC-based systems

HMI

Distributed control systems

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking an Electrical/Controls Engineer for the Electric Power Division, supporting design, development, and implementation of generator control switchgear systems.

You will deliver automation and control solutions for complex power systems, working independently and with teams to execute retrofit and new projects from concept through commissioning. Responsibilities include design, programming, testing, commissioning, and retrofitting of control systems, plus conversion of