Power Systems Engineer I
Caterpillar
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This role pays less than 91% of similar roles. Most pay $146,230–$214,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $112k versus about $180k for comparable roles.
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Caterpillar Inc. is the world''s largest manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives. Industry: Heavy Equipment & Manufacturing
Caterpillar currently has 140 open roles on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs $121,389–$183,140 across 131 roles with salary data.
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Power Systems Engineer I joins the Electric Power Division to support the design, development, and implementation of generator control switchgear systems. This role involves delivering automation and control solutions for complex power systems through both independent and collaborative efforts on retrofit and new projects from concept to commissioning. Key responsibilities include identifying retrofit opportunities, defining project scopes, programming and testing low- and medium-voltage generator paralleling control systems, and converting legacy PLC programs to current platforms. The candidate will develop HMI applications, collaborate with CAD designers for wiring drawings, and provide technical support for field performance. Required skills include proficiency in power systems like switchgear and ATS, ability to read electrical schematics, and experience with PLC platforms such as Modicon, Rockwell, Siemens, or GE, alongside HMI software like FactoryTalk or Wonderware.
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