Mechanical Systems Engineer (early talent)

Career Area:

Engineering

Job Description:

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Mechanical Systems Engineer (early talent)

Job Summary:

Solar Turbines Inc. has an opportunity within the Custom Solutions Engineering group for a motivated, creative, high performing Engineer to join an elite team and work in a fast-paced project execution environment.

Job Accountabilities:

The successful candidate will be responsible for the design of the turbo machinery mechanical systems. This includes the creation of the Process & Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID). The P&ID is a schematic illustration of the functional process relationship of piping, instrumentation and system equipment components. It is used to define Bill of Material parts, as a manufacturing aid, and by the Customer for Field process planning. The Mechanical Systems Engineer will be trained in how to size valves, coolers, motors and piping. All the components that are needed to support the turbo machinery package systems are defined by the Application Check Sheet (ACS).

This role may also be responsible for the creation of parts, updating bills of materials, and drawings to support production and customer needs. A high level of support, coordination, and communication with other engineers and support organizations is expected. In addition, this may involve coordination with purchasing and suppliers to specify custom components and assist in the resolution of technical issues from the field. Support for inter-departmental and corporate process improvement initiatives is also expected.

Additional duties include supporting field personnel during commissioning and the resolution of safety critical risk assessments. This position provides opportunities to travel to support Customer Design Review meetings, Hazard and Operability Study (HAZOP) meetings, and support installed equipment in the Field.

This position requires excellent organization and time management abilities, effective problem solving and communication skills, as well as the ability to work effectively in a team environment. The Mechanical Systems Engineer will apply analysis techniques to size valves, motors, piping systems, and other package components and should have a basic understanding of Fluids, Pressures, Heat Transfer and Thermodynamics.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

GPA 2.8 or above

Top Candidates Have:

Experience with Gas Turbine Systems and their operation

Exposure to Process & Instrumentation Diagrams

Ability to work in a fast paced, team environment, capable of handling multiple projects with competing priorities, while meeting project deadlines and commitments

Summary Pay Range:

$72,360.00 - $108,540.00

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.

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

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

June 16, 2026 - June 29, 2026

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

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