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Principal Systems Development Engineer

Principal Systems Development Engineer

Solar TurbinesSan Diego, CA, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team that cares not just about the work we do but also about each other. We are makers, problem solvers, and future world builders creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don’t just talk about progress and innovation—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.

Career Area

Engineering

Position Overview

Solar Turbines is looking for a motivated team member to work on New Product Introduction (NPI) for plant‑level solutions using the agile development process. This exciting environment provides an opportunity to develop new technology and products. The specialist will focus on developing system‑level models, creating reliability studies, and delivering remote‑operation enablers related to turbomachinery power applications.

Areas of Focus

  • Hybrid Power Systems
  • Supervisory & Predictive Control
  • Optimization
  • Machine Learning
  • Validation Testing
  • University Research
  • Integration into existing systems

What You Need To Have

Educational Background

  • BS in Engineering
  • Technical Excellence

  • 8+ years of industry experience
  • Physics‑based modeling – system modeling in MATLAB, Simulink
  • Hardware‑in‑the‑Loop (HIL) Simulation / Testing
  • Power Electronics experience
  • Top Candidates Will Have

    Educational Background

  • A Master’s or PhD degree in electrical or mechanical engineering
  • Technical Excellence

  • PowerFactory
  • Data Visualization / Analysis
  • Turbomachinery subsystems & balance of plant knowledge
  • Control systems knowledge
  • Field or test cell experience
  • Programming experience
  • Great attention to detail
  • Knowledge of the Agile / Scrum process
  • 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
  • Additional Information

    Partial relocation assistance may be offered.

    Position requires a 5‑day in‑office schedule.

    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.

    Compensation and Benefits

    Summary Pay Range : $120,299.00 – $180,449.00

    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.

    Posting Conditions

    Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

    Equal Opportunity Employer

    Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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