Identify retrofit opportunities, scope projects, and support proposal creation via Dealer and Factory teams
Perform technical risk management for field performance of assigned projects.
Convert legacy PLC projects to new platforms and validate for accuracy.
Execute and support design, test, manufacture and commissioning of low and medium voltage switchgear controls retrofits for systems that control multiple generators which parallel to one or more utility sources.
Provide direction to CAD designers to create wiring and assembly drawings for generator paralleling controls.
Utilize templates or modify PLC programs for control of generator paralleling switchgear.
Modify template HMI programs to coincide with project-specific PLC programs.
Provide Engineering/Technical support to AES (Advanced Electrical Services) Sales Group.
Submit daily project reports and expenses in a timely manner.
Assist the Product Support Center help desk to resolve customer issues that cannot be handled locally.
As needed, assist or train technicians, and both internal and external customers, in preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and testing of equipment under contract with Caterpillar Switchgear.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET)
Minimum of 2 years of related experience, or 4 years of equivalent work experience
Working knowledge of power systems, including: Installation, troubleshooting, and design of switchgear, ATS, and generator systems
Reading and interpreting electrical schematics and blueprints
Experience with automation and controls, including: Installation, troubleshooting, design, and programming of PLC-based control systems
Use of PLCs, HMIs, PC-based controls, and distributed control systems
General computer and software troubleshooting
PLC software experience with one or more of the following: Modicon / Schneider Electric, Rockwell / Allen-Bradley, Siemens, GE
HMI software experience is a plus, including: Rockwell (RSView / FactoryTalk), Siemens Vijeo, iFix, Wonderware

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

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

retrofit opportunitiestechnical risk managementPLC programmingHMI programmingdesign of switchgeartroubleshootinginstallation of power systemsgenerator systemsreading electrical schematicsprogramming of PLC-based control systems

Soft Skills

project managementcommunicationtechnical supporttrainingcustomer service

Certifications

Bachelor of Science in Electrical EngineeringBachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology