SkillBridge – Power Systems Engineer I

Caterpillar Inc.•Georgia, GA

3d•$89,210 - $133,810•Remote

About The Position

Caterpillar's Electric Power Division (EPD) offers integrated solutions, parts, and services to meet the needs of our various commercial and industrial electric power customers. EPD supports a wide range of customer applications across the globe, including providing back-up power to hospitals, providing emergency power when natural disasters strike, and supporting critical infrastructure for data centers, municipalities, and more. With a rich history of more than 95 years in the electric power business, our team has world-class expertise and a proven ability to adapt to changing demands. We’re committed to providing sustainable and reliable solutions to our customers. Join our team to help build a better, more sustainable world for future generations! Driving Innovation Through These Product Lines: Caterpillar Switchgear – Utilizing various manufacturers’ low and medium voltage switchgear, Caterpillar Switchgear provides systems that integrate switchgear with Caterpillar engine-generators. Caterpillar Automatic Transfer Switches – For simpler emergency power requirements Cat ATSs provide a cost-effective means of powering critical loads during power outages. Caterpillar Advanced Electrical Services – From service contracts to complete renovations, CAT Switchgear AES ensures that customer sites are safe and operational when needed. Caterpillar Switchgear products leverage advanced automation, including PLCs and touchscreen HMIs, with all programming and testing completed at our Alpharetta facility. Job Summary: Join Caterpillar’s Electric Power Division as a Power Systems Engineer I, supporting the design, development, and implementation of generator control switchgear systems. In this role, you will deliver automation and control solutions for complex power systems, working both independently and collaboratively to execute retrofit and new system projects from concept through commissioning.

Requirements

Customer Focus: Working knowledge of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and ability to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions. Communicates and prioritizes customer needs and expectations Researches and validates customer requirements Gathers feedback and drives continuous improvement Engages proactively with customers to understand business needs
Data Gathering & Analysis: Working knowledge of data gathering and analysis tools, techniques, and processes; ability to collect and synthesize data from a variety of stakeholders and sources in an objective manner to reach a conclusion, goal, or judgment. Applies standard data collection and analysis processes Documents and synthesizes data from multiple sources Uses basic analytical tools to support decision-making
Service Excellence: Working knowledge of customer service concepts and techniques; ability to meet or exceed customer needs and expectations and provide excellent service in a direct or indirect manner. Delivers high-quality service to internal and external customers Resolves common issues and responds with urgency to requests Documents and tracks customer concerns in a timely manner
Effective Communications: Working knowledge and understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors. Provides clear, constructive feedback Incorporates feedback to improve communication effectiveness Prepares and delivers reports required for assigned work
Problem Solving: Basic understanding and knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations. Applies structured problem-solving approaches Follows standard escalation and reporting processes Uses established procedures for analysis and resolution
Technical Excellence: Working knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges. Delivers effective technical solutions to routine challenges Applies engineering standards, tools, and best practices Maintains and builds technical knowledge Supports others in resolving technical issues
Experience working cross-functionally with engineers, contractors, consultants, and end users
Knowledge of power systems, including switchgear, ATS, and generator systems, with ability to read electrical schematics and blueprints
Experience with automation and controls, including PLC-based systems, HMIs, and distributed control systems
PLC experience with one or more: Modicon/Schneider, Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or GE
Minimum 2 years of related experience or 4 years of equivalent experience
Valid driver’s license and ability to meet background, drug, and medical requirements

Nice To Haves

HMI experience preferred (e.g., Rockwell FactoryTalk, Siemens, Vijeo, iFix, Wonderware)

Responsibilities

Identify retrofit opportunities, define project scope, and support proposal development with Dealer and Factory teams
Execute design, programming, testing, and commissioning of low- and medium-voltage generator paralleling control systems
Convert legacy PLC programs to current platforms and validate performance
Develop and modify PLC and HMI applications using standard templates
Partner with CAD designers to produce wiring and assembly drawings
Perform technical risk assessment and support field performance of assigned projects
Provide technical support to AES Sales and Product Support Center teams, including escalation support
Submit project documentation, reports, and expenses in a timely manner
Train and support technicians, customers, and internal teams on maintenance, troubleshooting, and system operation as needed