Remote Electrical Power Systems Engineer-Generator Controls

Caterpillar; Hartford (CT); Remote; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Phone allowance

Company vehicle

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Employee Assistance Program

Incentive bonus

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in the United States seeks a Power Systems Automation Engineer for the Electric Power Division.

You will design, develop, and implement generator control switchgear systems, delivering automation solutions from concept through commissioning. Responsibilities include design and programming of PLC and HMI applications, coordinating with CAD for wiring drawings, and supporting field performance across retrofit and new projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; experience preferred or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Identify retrofit opportunities, define project scope, and support proposal development.
• Execute design, programming, testing, and commissioning of generator switchgear control systems.
• Convert legacy PLC programs to current platforms and validate performance.
• Develop and modify PLC and HMI applications using standard templates.
• Collaborate with CAD designers to produce wiring and assembly drawings.
• Perform technical risk assessment and support field performance.
• Submit project documentation, reports, and expenses timely.
• Train and support technicians, customers, and internal teams on maintenance and operation.

Skills

PLC-based systems

HMIs

Distributed control systems

Reading electrical schematics

Education

BSEE or BSEET or equivalent

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. in the United States seeks a Power Systems Automation Engineer for the Electric Power Division.

You will design, develop, and implement generator control switchgear systems, delivering automation solutions from concept through commissioning. Responsibilities include design and programming of PLC and HMI applications, coordinating with CAD for wiring drawings, and supporting field performance across retrofit and new projects.