Solar Turbines

Mechanical Analysis Staff Engineer

LocationSan Diego, CA
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$76,542-$114,814

About This Job

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.

Solar Turbines is a subsidiary of Caterpillar and is a global leader in providing energy solutions that help businesses, governments and public institutions find the perfect balance between affordable, available, and reduced carbon energy. Solar Turbines provides best-in-class energy solutions with turbomachinery for power generation and motor driven compression products and packages in the 1-39 megawatt range.


This position is part of the Turbomachinery Packaging Standards Group, and is an integral part of the design, validation, and execution of Solar Turbines' standard offerings for Customer projects. The engineer will initially be tasked with executing turbomachinery drivetrain alignment calculations in support of customer project execution. Additionally, the engineer will be introduced to packaging structural analysis using classical calculation methods as well as software like RISA-3D and ANSYS.

After training and getting acquainted with Solar's products and processes, the candidate will move to specialize in areas of two or more mechanical analysis disciplines as the designated subject matter expert. The engineer will be partnered with senior engineers to develop a base of knowledge around the related subject matter.

The engineer will be expected to work cross functionally with engineers throughout the business to adequately define project details and execute tasks as required.

The successful candidate will display a willingness to learn, have an aptitude for applying complex subjects, be highly detail oriented, and can handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines for a variety of tasks.


What You Need To Have:

Educational Background:

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering or related Engineering field


Technical Excellence:

0-3 years of engineering experience

Experience using CAD software (Creo Parametric, SolidWorks, SpaceClaim)
Strong ability in Microsoft program suite including Excel and PowerPoint
Experience with Excel Macros (VBA), Python, MATLAB or any similar programming language
Strong fundamental mechanical design understanding


Top Candidates will Have:


Technical Excellence

Knowledge of Turbomachinery system applications, design, and operations
Experience with analysis tools such as ANSYS, RISA-3D, and Space Claim.
Basic understanding of vibration analysis


Collaborating:

Personal skills including: the ability to work well with others and to lead smaller development efforts. Strong self-initiation, a positive attitude, a sense of urgency to meet deadlines and ability to clearly communicate ideas

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Summary Pay Range:

$76,542.00 - $114,814.00

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

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 4, 2025 - April 18, 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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