Sr Engineer

Career Area:EngineeringJob Description:Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.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.Solar Turbines Incorporated, headquartered in San Diego, California, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc. Solar manufactures the world’s most widely used family of mid-sized industrial gas turbines, ranging from 1 to 23 megawatts. Solar is a leading provider of energy solutions, featuring an extensive line of gas turbine-powered compressor sets.Job SummaryAccountable for the design, analysis, and development of Solar's turbomachinery products. Is provided considerable latitude in determining technical objectives of assignment. DIMENSIONS. Provides solutions to a wide range of complex problems. Solutions are imaginative, thorough, and practical. Completed work is reviewed from a relatively long-term perspective for desired results. Erroneous decisions or recommendations would typically result in failure to achieve critical organizational objectives.Nature and Scope:Wide application of principles, theories, and concepts in the field plus working knowledge of other related disciplines. May direct and monitor the work of junior engineers and technicians. Involves being part of and leading a team of engineers and technicians to perform on program elements. Requires frequent inter-organizational contacts with sales, marketing, customer services, and manufacturing plus outside customer contacts. Represents the organization in providing solutions to difficult technical problems associated with specific projects. Must work within schedule and cost constraints and internal Company policies.Principal Accountabilities:In addition to accountabilities associated with lower grades, performs specific engineering assignments which could include (but are not limited to) any combination of the following major activities:Develop engineering solutions to assigned tasks within schedule and budget constraints Identify problems, issues, and concerns; plan and implement remediation activities. Contribute to team activities in a leadership role to minimize process time requirements, assist in the direction and training of junior engineers.Basic Qualifications:• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience• 2+ years of engineering experienceTop Candidates Have:• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Specifically Excel• AB RSLogix Programming• Data Acquisition Systems• Six Sigma Green Belt or Back BeltStipendA relocation stipend will also be provided. The stipend amount is based on your move distance, family size, and homeownership, according to Solar's policy. You will receive the taxable relocation stipend with your first paycheck.About CaterpillarCaterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.Posting Dates:August 6, 2024 - August 20, 2024Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.