Remote Electrical Power Systems Engineer: Generator Controls

Caterpillar Inc.; Clayton (NM); Remote; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Phone allowance

Company vehicle

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Incentive bonus

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking an automation controls professional for the Electric Power Division to design, develop, and implement generator control switchgear systems.

You will deliver automation solutions for power systems, working both independently and with teams to complete retrofit and new projects from concept through commissioning. The role requires PLC/HMI programming, cross-functional collaboration, and strong electrical schematics skills, with substantial travel (35–50%) from a U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET) preferred, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Customer focus: prioritize customer needs in decisions and solutions.
• Service Excellence: provide excellent service across interactions with customers and teams.
• Technical Excellence: strong knowledge of technology and diverse application methods.
• Experience with automation and controls including PLC-based systems, HMIs, and distributed control systems.
• 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

Automation controls

PLC programming

HMI development

Electrical schematics

Travel 35-50%

Cross-functional work

Customer focus

Education

Electrical engineering degree preferred

Tools

CAD drafting

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking an automation controls professional for the Electric Power Division to design, develop, and implement generator control switchgear systems.

You will deliver automation solutions for power systems, working both independently and with teams to complete retrofit and new projects from concept through commissioning. The role requires PLC/HMI programming, cross-functional collaboration, and strong electrical schematics skills, with substantial travel (35–50%) from a U.S.