Remote Power Systems Engineer - Generator Controls

Caterpillar; Sacramento (CA); Remote; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

HSA / FSAs

Employee Assistance

Incentive bonus

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Caterpillar’s Electric Power Division is seeking a qualified professional to design, develop, and implement automation and control solutions for generator systems. This role involves retrofitting and deploying new projects from concept to commissioning, working both independently and with cross-functional teams.

Candidates should have hands-on PLC/HMI experience, knowledge of power systems, and the ability to read schematics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET) preferred, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet background, drug, and medical requirements.
• Knowledge of power systems, including switchgear, ATS, and generator systems.

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.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET) preferred, or equivalent relevant experience.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

Automation & controls

Electrical schematics

Education

BSEE / BSEET or related experience

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Caterpillar’s Electric Power Division is seeking a qualified professional to design, develop, and implement automation and control solutions for generator systems. This role involves retrofitting and deploying new projects from concept to commissioning, working both independently and with cross-functional teams.

Candidates should have hands-on PLC/HMI experience, knowledge of power systems, and the ability to read schematics.