Remote Generator Automation Engineer

Caterpillar; Idaho Falls (ID); Remote; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Phone allowance included

Company vehicle provided (insurance, T

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Caterpillar’s Electric Power Division is seeking an engineer to design, develop, and implement generator control switchgear systems. You will deliver automation and control solutions for complex power systems, managing retrofit and new projects from concept through commissioning, both independently and with teams.

This role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with dealers, factories, CAD designers, and field teams, plus hands-on work with PLC/HMI software, schematics, and blueprints.

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 or BSEET or equivalent

Tools

PLC platforms

Job description

Caterpillar’s Electric Power Division is seeking an engineer to design, develop, and implement generator control switchgear systems. You will deliver automation and control solutions for complex power systems, managing retrofit and new projects from concept through commissioning, both independently and with teams.

This role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with dealers, factories, CAD designers, and field teams, plus hands-on work with PLC/HMI software, schematics, and blueprints.