Test Technician

Caterpillar Brazil; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) Savings Plan with company match

Health savings account (HSA)

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Employee Assistance Programs

Voluntary Benefits and Discounts

Career Development

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in San Diego, CA is seeking a skilled technician to support turbomachinery testing, calibration, and evaluation activities. The role involves developing test procedures, operating and maintaining equipment, and mentoring junior technicians in our dynamic environment.

Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of relevant technician experience and a technical Associates’ degree or equivalent. The position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including

Qualifications

• 5+ years of technician experience in turbomachinery testing or metrology.
• Experience with test or metrology equipment is required.
• Knowledge of data evaluation and uncertainty analysis is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate, calibrate or maintain turbomachinery test equipment.
• Develop procedures and train technicians.
• Provide safety and quality compliance and troubleshoot complex issues.

Skills

Technician experience

Testing & metrology

Education

Technical Associates’ degree

Job description

Career Area:Job Description:Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.The individual works independently, or as a key member of a develop team to support the development testing and evaluation of turbomachinery products. Individual plans and coordinates complex work assignments and department projects with minimal technical direction and routinely applies advanced technical training, procedures and equipment to support test or metrology activities. Individual develops written test, calibration, operation and maintenance procedures and trains fellow technicians in lower salary grade positions.DIMENSIONSThe individual is regarded as a department-recognized technical authority, possessing comprehensive knowledge one or more areas of test or measurement sciences. Responsibilities involve operation, calibration or maintenance of equipment required to support production, development, first article and NPI products, performing fabrication, setup, installation, and evaluation functions in support of engineering projects. Impact of decisions will affect key projects or program deliverables.NATURE AND SCOPEProvides direction to test technicians and coordination of complex work assignments and department projects.Coordinates work between various projects to support testing objectives and prioritizes inputs from competing interests.Frequently required to develop solutions to difficult technical problems. •Develops new techniques or procedures and evaluates and introduces new equipment to enhance safety, quality and velocity.Troubleshoots difficult technical issues.Transitions between related work areas to make significant contributions.Applies fundamentals of data evaluation, error and uncertainty analysis and equipment calibration fundamentals.PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIESUnderstands, complies and advocates company EHS procedures and frequently coaches others for safety.Plans and coordinates complex work assignments and department projects independently or as a member of a team.Demonstrates sound technical judgment and troubleshooting skills to resolve complex technical problems.Serves as the department focal point for expertise and knowledge in at least one key skill areas.Trains and mentors lower salary grade technicians. Relied upon to apply refined, specialized technical expertise.QUALIFICATIONSThe position requires 5+ years of applicable technician experience and training with demonstrated knowledge of Solar’s turbomachinery products, with emphasis on testing and/or metrology methods.Applicable technical Associates’ degree, or equivalent.Compensation & Benefits$38.74-$58.10Actual salary will be based on experience. The total rewards package, beyond base salary includes:Annual incentive bonus plan*Medical, dental and vision coverage starting day 1Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)401(k) Savings Plan including company matchHealth savings account (HSA)Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)Short and long-term disability coverageLife InsuranceParental leaveEmployee Assistance ProgramsVoluntary Benefits and Employee DiscountsCareer Development*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelinesThis employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E,Posting Dates:September 24, 2026 - October 8, 2026Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community .