Principal Facilities Electrical Engineer

Career Area:
Manufacturing
Job 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.
The individual awarded this position will perform as an Electrical Engineer within our Facility Engineering group at Solar Turbines Kearny Mesa (KM) campus in San Diego, CA.

• This position manages electrical projects related to KM facility improvements, modifications, or surveys. This includes preparing all estimates related to engineering drawings and specifications for work that is part of a major project or a total project of moderate scope.
• This Electrical Engineering position will evaluate our site electrical infrastructure needs and will prepare long-term cost and usage studies.
• This Electrical Engineer will perform all necessary scheduling and coordinating of projects with internal customers, KM Maintenance, construction personnel, and outside contractors. This includes managing capital budgets, contractor PO's and invoicing, and contractor safety.

Accountabilities include:

• Provide electrical power distribution engineering analysis for facility-wide electrical needs
• Troubleshoot Electrical Equipment and Control Circuits
• Manage high and low voltage single line drawings for buildings and facility
• Develop life cycle plans, including inspection and test programs for all switch gear and battery backup systems.
• Perform electrical analysis, equipment protection, cable and electrical equipment selection.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering with experience in electrical power systems OR 10+ year in Electrical Power Systems within a facilities maintenance / manufacturing, or Oil & Gas capacity.
• High energy level and sense of urgency.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Good business / technical judgment.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities for a variety of tasks
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneDrive)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree or Ph.D.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
• Electrical Certifications
  
  • Certified Power Systems Engineer (PSE)
  • Certified Energy Manager (CEM)

Summary Pay Range:
$115,627.00 - $173,441.00
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
Benefits:
Annual incentive bonus plan*
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)
401k savings plan
Health savings account (HSA)
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Healthy Lifestyle Programs
Employee Assistance Programs
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
Tuition Reimbursement
Career Development
*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines.
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:
April 8, 2024 - April 22, 2024
Any 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.
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