Career Area: Engineering
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.
This position is part of our Solutions, Platforms, Engineered Entry Level Rotation Program. The SPE Engineer rotation program provides the foundation for the future success of Solar Turbines engineers and the future success of the organization. The purpose of the program is to start the development and training of the next generation of well-rounded and highly competent engineers through an engineering rotation program.
Program Goals:
- Begin building technical foundation
- Provide challenging assignments
- Create broad exposure to Solar Turbines
- Acquire product knowledge
- Develop enterprise perspective
- Begin network building
- Build pride and engagement
- Preparation for a challenging and rewarding engineering career
Rotations: Rotation assignments vary for each individual and are decided upon between management and the employee based on the needs of the business. Work assignments can range from assisting in product development, software development, hands-on shop floor experiences, to Systems or Mechanical design.
Each program consists of Four (4) Six-month Rotations in departments such as:
- Systems Development
- Product Maintenance
- New Product Introduction
- Software Development
- Mechanical Development & Analysis
- HMI Display
- Package Controls Design
- Mechanical Design
- Product Certification
- Hydro-Mechanical Design
Interfacing with critical non-engineering roles to develop an understanding of our product life cycle and how the business runs. A customer site visit is included to gain an understanding of the customer’s needs and the field environment. Once the rotation program is nearing the end, management works with the engineer to align engineering organizational needs with which department they want to join for their long-term assignment.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Minimum of a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or Computer Science.
- Minimum overall GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- 0-3 years of related experience.
- Previous Internship and/or relevant work experience in an engineering field.
- Must be able and willing to relocate to San Diego, CA.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ability to work in a fast-paced cross-functional team environment.
- High energy level and sense of urgency.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Good business / technical judgment.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities for a variety of tasks.
Compensation & Benefits:
Base salary for this role ranges from $71,026.00 to $106,538.00. Actual salary will be based on experience. The total rewards package, beyond base salary includes:
- Annual incentive bonus plan*
- Medical, dental and vision coverage starting day 1
- Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)
- 401(k) Savings Plan including company match
- Health savings account (HSA)
- Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
- Short and long-term disability coverage
- Life Insurance
- Parental leave
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
- Career Development
Relocation:
Partial relocation assistance may be offered. 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.
Summary Pay Range: $0.00 - $0.00
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.
EEO/AA Employer:
All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.
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