POWER SYSTEMS DIVISION (PSD) APPLICATIONS ENGINEER

Carter Machinery•Elkridge, MD

1d•$85,000 - $115,000

About The Position

The PSD Applications Engineer assists consulting engineers, contractors, and end-users with designing power plants that support sales of Caterpillar power generation products. The role helps consulting engineers and contractors develop project designs and specifications for Caterpillar standby power systems, covering mechanical and electrical aspects of reciprocating-engine power plants. The engineer also uses Caterpillar sizing programs as needed to support customer designs. The position is based in Elkridge, Maryland. The stated starting compensation range is $85,000–$115,000 per year. The role requires travel to various sites and may be eligible for overtime; shift differential applies if applicable.

Requirements

Minimum 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.
Good attention to detail.
Ability to perform sizing calculations for circuit breakers, wires, and disconnects.
Ability to prepare and read drawings for 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.
Proven ability to understand, interpret, and meet complex customer needs through proposals and other documentation.
Ability to promote a positive customer experience.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Assist consulting engineers, contractors, and end-users with power plant design for Caterpillar power generation products.
Assist consulting engineers and contractors with project designs and specifications for Caterpillar standby power systems.
Address mechanical and electrical aspects of reciprocating-engine power plants in project design.
Use Caterpillar sizing programs to assist consulting engineers with designs.
Prepare and interpret construction and equipment installation drawings.
Write and modify specifications and read and interpret contract documents.
Prepare proposals and other documentation to understand, interpret, and meet complex customer needs.
Promote a positive customer experience.
Train new engineers effectively.
Uphold the company's Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence, and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way.