Career Area:
Operations
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.
About the Electric Power Division
Caterpillar's Electric Power Division (EPD) offers integrated solutions, parts, and services to meet the needs of our various commercial and industrial electric power customers. EPD supports a wide range of customer applications across the globe, including providing back-up power to hospitals, providing emergency power when natural disasters strike, and supporting critical infrastructure for data centers, municipalities, and more. With a rich history of more than 95 years in the electric power business, our team has world-class expertise and a proven ability to adapt to changing demands. We're committed to providing sustainable and reliable solutions to our customers. Join our team to help build a better, more sustainable world for future generations!
Role Definition:
As a Field Service Engineer at Caterpillar, you will provide technical support of field startups of both standard and non-standard switchgear systems, warranty efforts, remedial repairs, and preventative maintenance contracts in assigned territory. This role will be under the general supervision of the Regional Service Manager.
Responsibilities:
Perform startup, preventative maintenance, testing, repair, and advanced electrical services on generator paralleling controls and switchgear.
Responsible for territory customer satisfaction.
Assist or train technicians, both internal and external customers, in preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and testing of equipment.
Assist the Product Support Center help desk to resolve customer issues.
Assist the dealer service and sales personnel in promoting products and services
Submit daily reports, weekly expenses, and project files in a timely manner.
Stay current with training on all new and updated platforms.
Think and Act Strategically: Business Acumen, Vision and Purpose, Intellectual Rigor
Get Results: Drive for Results, Change and Adaptability, Leveraging Resources
Build Organizational Capability: Managerial Courage, Holding Self and Others Accountable, Developing and Motivating Others
Demonstrated Leadership Style: Interpersonal Communication Skills, Professional Presence
Others: Customer Focus, Negotiating
Position requires 90-95% work within assigned territory.
Position includes on-call duty for assigned territory.
Requirements:
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology or a minimum 3 years of equipment work experience
AC/DC Schematic and wiring diagram interpretation skills
PLC programming experience (Allen Bradley, Schneider, Siemens, GE, etc.), preferred.
Human Machine Interface programming experience (Rockwell, Schneider, Siemens, GE, etc.), preferred.
Knowledge of Power Distribution and Switchgear preferred.
Computer proficient including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe PDF.
Requires a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Must live close to a major airport (within an hour's drive)
Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods.
Ability to perform repetitive operations.
Ability to lift to 35 lbs.
Must be willing to travel 75% in assigned territory.
Additional Preferred Requirements :
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent business and commercial skills.
Advanced organizational skills and strong interpersonal skills.
Location:
Pennsylvania
Indiana
Michigan
Ohio
Additional Information:
Vehicle Allowance will be provided (Towing, insurance, personal use included)
Phone Allowance will be provided
Position requires travel, typically 75%
Visa sponsorship is not available
Relocation assistance is not available for this position
LI #Ohio #Michigan #Indiana #WestVirginia # Pennsylvania
Summary Pay Range:
$29.25 - $43.85
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:
Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of 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
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 7, 2025 - July 6, 2025
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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