Test Technician ll

Solar Turbines Incorporated; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) savings plans

HSA

FSAs

Sign on bonus

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in San Diego, CA, is seeking a skilled technician to join a team supporting the development, testing, and evaluation of turbomachinery products.

This role requires planning, scheduling, and executing complex measurement and test activities with minimal direction and delivering high-quality results. Candidates should have at least 2 years of relevant technician experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and be able to work 2nd shift onsite five days a week.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of technician experience with turbomachinery testing or metrology.
• High school diploma or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work 2nd shift.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule and execute complex measurement and turbomachinery tests.
• Develop solutions to technical problems independently.
• Coaches peers for safety and ensures adherence to EHS procedures.

Skills

2 years technician experience

2nd shift capability

Turbomachinery testing

Metrology knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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.

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 as a key member of a team supporting the development testing and evaluation of turbomachinery products. The individual requires minimal technical direction on a broad range of technical assignments, some requiring solutions to difficult technical problems. Individual exhibits full proficiency in planning, scheduling and executing complex measurement science or turbomachinery testing operations and is considered a key technical resource for a given project or assignment.

The individual is regarded as a primary team member, possessing considerable knowledge in specific areas of test or measurement sciences. The individual is accountable for sound judgment, delivering high-quality results and implementing corrective actions to resolve technical problems during all phases of testing operations. Impact of decisions may affect key projects or program deliverables.

NATURE AND SCOPE

• Full proficiency in planning, scheduling and executing complex work assignments.
• Develops solutions to technical problems independently.
• Thorough understanding and application of measurement science or turbomachinery testing fundamentals.
• Routinely applies technical training to improve established processes.
• Fully proficient in most aspects of metrology or turbomachinery test activities, often working on new product or process developments.
• Applies basic engineering and analytical principals to validate data and work task results.

Principal Accountabilities

• Understands and complies with company EHS procedures and coaches peers for safety.
• Exhibits advanced troubleshooting abilities.
• Applies innovative approaches to technical problems and develop new methods and techniques.
• Develops new approaches when established and proven procedures do not exist.
• Operates complex equipment or conducts advanced equipment calibration activities.
• Independently performs and documents test or calibration results, identifying sources and resolving anomalous experimental results.

Qualifications

• The position requires at least 2 years of applicable technician experience and training with demonstrated knowledge of Solar’s turbomachinery products, with emphasis on testing or metrology methods.
• High school diploma or equivalent experience
• Must be able to work 2nd shift

Preferred

• Experience in engine mechanical work, with turbine engine test experience

Compensation Grade Range:

$36.80- $55.20

Compensation and benefits may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market, location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
• 401(k) savings plans*
• Health Savings Account (HSA)*
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
• Health Lifestyle Programs*
• Employee Assistance Program*
• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
• Career Development*
• Incentive bonus*
• Disability benefits
• Life Insurance
• Parental leave
• Adoption benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Sign on bonus

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Payroll transfer is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

September 23, 2026 - October 7, 2026

Any 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.