Power Systems Engineer I – Electric Power

Role Overview

• 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET)
• Minimum of 2 years of related experience, or 4 years of equivalent work experience
• Working knowledge of power systems, including: Installation, troubleshooting, and design of switchgear, ATS, and generator systems
• Reading and interpreting electrical schematics and blueprints
• Experience with automation and controls, including: Installation, troubleshooting, design, and programming of PLC-based control systems
• Use of PLCs, HMIs, PC-based controls, and distributed control systems
• General computer and software troubleshooting
• PLC software experience with one or more of the following: Modicon / Schneider Electric, Rockwell / Allen-Bradley, Siemens, GE
• HMI software experience is a plus, including: Rockwell (RSView / FactoryTalk), Siemens Vijeo, iFix, Wonderware

Tech Stack

• Assembly

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
• 401(k) savings plans*
• Health Savings Account (HSA)*
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
• Health Lifestyle Programs*
• Employee Assistance Program*
• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
• Career Development*
• Incentive bonus*
• Disability benefits
• Life Insurance
• Parental leave
• Adoption benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement