2025 Entry level- New Product Introduction/Technology Engineer

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Job Description

Come be a part of the energy transition at Solar Turbines Incorporated; the leading designer and manufacturer of Industrial Gas Turbines in the 1 to 39 MW size range. We have exciting opportunities for recent graduates to join our world-class team of turbomachinery professionals as we work together to develop new product capability aimed at reducing emissions, improving efficiency, and burning low-to-zero carbon fuels. Solar Turbines is leading the energy transformation with innovative and competitive solutions to meet the near and long term needs of our customers.

This position is part of our Technology and New Product Introduction (NPI) Engineering Rotation Program within Turbomachinery Products (TMP). The Technology and NPI organization is the organization with in Solar Turbines that is innovating on the news technologies available to advance our gas turbine products. The TMP Tech  & NPI Engineering Rotation Program provides the foundation for continued growth and long-term success of both our engineers and our organization. Entry Level engineers will gain access to challenging assignments intended to generate critical business value and enable the engineer to acquire gas turbine product knowledge. These assignments across an array of diverse engineering departments will grow the Entry Level engineer’s professional network, cultivate an enterprise perspective, and maximize engagement within an organization of technical specialists. By joining this team, you will contribute to our company’s sustainability and carbon reduction efforts and you will be an important part of our innovative solutions.

This comprehensive program is uniquely tailored to the engineer’s proficiencies and interests in preparation of a challenging and rewarding career at Solar Turbines. Rotation programs are typically set for up to 18 months of duration and are designed to rapidly enhance your professional skillsets. Each cohort of rotation engineers form a social connection for activities and support that will last beyond the program experience. At the conclusion of the rotation program, the Entry Level engineer will join one of the Technology and NPI Engineering departments for their long-term assignment.

This rotation program is similar to the posted Entry Level TMP Engineer role in Gas Turbine Products Engineering (GTPE) organization. It is encouraged to apply to both positions for consideration within the broader TMP Entry Level rotation process, especially if you are seeking a wide range of technical options.

Each program consists of up to four (4) rotations of up to six (6) months each in departments such as (but not limited to):

• Mechanical Design
• Combustion
• Additive Manufacturing
• Heat Transfer and Secondary Flow
• Compressor Aerodynamics
• Turbine Aerodynamics
• Engine Performance
• Experimental Product Development and Test
• Condition Based Engineering
• Materials and Processes
• Aftermarket Engineering

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have obtained or will obtain a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Combustion, or other related engineering discipline.
• Overall cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or higher.
• Less than one year of relevant industry experience.
• Technical knowledge of engineering fundamentals.
• Must be able and eager to relocate to San Diego, CA.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated leadership and teamwork capabilities.
• Effective problem-solving skills and technical judgment.
• Ability to effectively articulate technical challenges and solutions.
• Exhibit exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Previous related internship or co-op experience.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary for this role ranges from $78,936, to $115,627. 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

*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines

Relocation:

There is partial available relocation for this role.

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Summary Pay Range:

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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:

Annual incentive bonus plan*

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)

401k savings plan

Health savings account (HSA)

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Healthy Lifestyle Programs

Employee Assistance Programs

Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development

*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines.

Relocation is available for this position.

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:

September 17, 2024 - December 31, 2024

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.