POWER SYSTEMS DIVISION (PSD) APPLICATIONS ENGINEER

Carter Machinery • Manassas, VA

5h • $85,000 - $115,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The PSD Applications Engineer assists consulting engineers, contractors, and end users in designing power plants that support sales of Caterpillar power generation products. The role helps develop project designs and specifications for Caterpillar standby power system applications, covering mechanical and electrical aspects of reciprocating-engine power plants. The engineer also uses Caterpillar sizing programs to support design work as needed.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience in electrical power systems.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize competing deadlines.
• Ability to train new engineers effectively.
• Good attention to detail.
• Ability to perform calculations for sizing circuit breakers, wires, and disconnects.
• Ability to prepare and read drawings used in construction and equipment installation.
• Ability to write and modify specifications and read and interpret contract documents.
• Excellent driving record.
• Ability to travel to various sites.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and meet complex customer needs through proposals and other documentation.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and/or Electrical Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Assist consulting engineers, contractors, and end users with power plant design.
• Support project designs and specifications for Caterpillar standby power system applications.
• Address mechanical and electrical aspects of reciprocating-engine power plants.
• Use Caterpillar sizing programs to support design work.
• Perform calculations to size circuit breakers, wires, and disconnects.
• Prepare and read drawings for construction and equipment installation.
• Write and modify specifications and interpret contract documents.
• Prepare proposals and other documentation to address complex customer needs.
• Train new engineers effectively.
• Promote a positive customer experience and uphold Carter Machinery's Core Values.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) with a $0.75 to $1.25 match up to 6%.
• Life and disability insurance.
• In-house training instructors and programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Tool allowances and tool loans.
• Discounts on cellular phone service, computers, and vehicles.
• Opportunities for overtime.
• Shift differential, if applicable.
• Potential participation in performance-based incentive programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed