Power Systems Engineer - Electric Power (Remote)

Caterpillar Inc.•Prior Lake, MN

7d•$41 - $61•Remote

About The Position

Join the Electric Power Division at Caterpillar as a Power Systems Engineer and play a key role in shaping the future of generator control switchgear systems! In this dynamic role, you'll design, develop, and implement cutting-edge software solutions that power critical electric systems. You'll work with a mix of established guidelines and innovative thinking to bring projects to life—often independently, but with the support of a collaborative team when needed. If you're passionate about automation and ready to make an impact, this is the opportunity for you!

Requirements

Experience in dealing with multiple disciplines such as contractors, consultants, engineers, end users, etc.
Working knowledge of the following:
Installation, troubleshooting, and design of switchgear, ATS, and generator systems.
Reading schematics and blueprints for power control and automation at a Power Systems level
Installation, troubleshooting, design and programming of automated control systems using Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s), Human Machine Interfaces (HMI’s), PC controls, and distributed processing.
Computer and software troubleshooting
PLC Software Experience
Modicon / Schneider Electric
Rockwell / Allen Bradley
Siemens
GE
Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE), Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET)
Minimum of 2 years of experience or minimum of 4 years equivalent work experience.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record

Nice To Haves

HMI Software Experience (a plus, but not required)
Rockwell – RSView / FactoryTalk
Siemens Vijeo
iFix Wonderware

Responsibilities

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.