Diesel Engine Electronics Technician III - 1st Shift

Caterpillar Inc.•Seguin, TX

2d•$29 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

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. About IPSD Caterpillar’s Industrial Power Systems Division (IPSD) designs, tests and manufactures 0.5 to 18L engines that not only power Caterpillar machines, but also power over 5000 other applications including Marine, Petroleum, Industrial Applications, Electric Generators, and Locomotives. Caterpillar’s company strategy includes sustainability as one of four focus areas and IPSD is engaged and actively preparing green energy solutions for the future. Job Summary The Industrial Power Systems Division has an exciting opportunity for a Diesel Engine Electronics Technician III position in Seguin, TX. As a technician, you will perform electronic diagnostics, software loading, and ECM flashing to ensure system performance and quality standards are met. This role is responsible for building and repairing engine and rigging harnesses, maintaining fault filters, and investigating rejected electronic components to support root cause analysis and corrective actions. The technician works closely with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to implement engineering changes, resolve issues, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of experience working on electrical components of engines or similar work
Intermediate experience with tools and equipment used for engine repair such as wrenches, torque tools, and diagnostic equipment
Intermediate understanding of engine components such as pistons, cooling systems, and an ability to perform basic repairs like oil changes and filter replacements
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical specifications
Strong customer service, communication, and multi-tasking skills
Initiative and ability to resolve issues either individually or through appropriate team guidance

Nice To Haves

Strong knowledge of diesel engine electronic control systems, modules, and sensors
Familiarity with PSPS and engine software configurations (including S045 or similar platforms)
Hands-on experience with ECM flashing and software loading in a production or engineering environment
Experience with electronic diagnostics tools, test equipment, and fault code analysis

Responsibilities

Perform testing and repairs on diesel engines to eliminate quality and material defects
Perform advanced electronic diagnostics and troubleshooting on diesel engine components and systems
Load, update, and verify software releases within PSPS to support engine production and testing requirements
Execute ECM flashing activities for engineering builds, validation, and production support
Install, configure, and maintain engine software packages, including S045
Maintain and update fault filters to ensure accurate diagnostics and compliance with quality standards
Build, repair, and modify rigging harnesses to support testing, production, and engineering changes
Investigate rejected or failed electronic parts to determine root cause and support reactive containment actions
Complete Engine Harness ECR (Engineering Change Request) work, including implementation, validation, and documentation
Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to resolve electronic and software-related issues
Identify and document key metrics related to the assigned department or function
Collaborate with function owners to trouble shoot critical issues
Understand and interpret engineering prints
Run/coordinate design of experiments for critical internal issues
Support Manufacturing Engineering to improve Cpk and Ppk
Ability to perform root cause corrective actions to improve stop capability
Report on key metric and improvements
Submit and assist with the resolution of CPS Continuous Improvement cards
Follow standard operating procedures and area specific work instructions
Ensure all work meets safety, quality, and documentation standards within a diesel engine production environment
Be self-motivated, work independently when required
Perform all other duties as assigned