Automation Engineer - Electric Power Systems (Remote)
Michigan, United States
Full-time
Remote
$36.85/hr - $55.25/hr
Entry, Mid Level
Caterpillar Inc. is a global leader in sustainable solutions, and they are seeking an Automation Engineer in their Electric Power Division. In this role, you will design, develop, and implement software solutions for generator control switchgear systems, working both independently and collaboratively to drive innovation and efficiency.
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.
Qualification
Required
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
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
Preferred
HMI Software Experience (a plus, but not required): Rockwell – RSView / FactoryTalk, Siemens, Vijeo, iFix, Wonderware
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
These benefits also apply to part-time employees
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