Solar Turbines

Principal Engineer

LocationSan Diego, CA
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$120,299-$180,449

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.


About the Role:

The Turbine Production Engineering (TPE) department provides our manufacturing, operations, and supply chain partners with technical engineering support related to Solar’s gas turbine components and assemblies. TPE engineers are expected to support all engine model lines with respect to their accountable part family. This position requires extensive collaboration with internal customers within manufacturing, operations, supply chain, and design engineering to address component quality, cost, and velocity. TPE engineers must be able to interpret functional design requirements, detailed engineering specifications, and manufacturing methods for a wide-range of component types including castings, forgings, machining, and fabrications. The individual is responsible for executing projects through structured approaches such as Six Sigma and Lean methodologies. Engineers are expected to work closely with multi-disciplinary engineering teams to promote the product’s quality and durability. Ability to be proactive and work in fast-paced manufacturing environment is mandatory. Some travel may be required.


What You Will Do:

Be a first responder to provide technical support for all new manufacturing operations
Be the authoritative body for dispositioning discrepant material (MRB Non-conformances)
Be responsible for dimensional & process integrity when reviewing and approving PPAP qualifications
Drive process rigor for sustained long term manufacturing and quality improvements


What You Need To Have:

A Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering / Manufacturing Engineering or closely related degree with engineering-related experience is required
Fundamental knowledge of design practices, quality management systems, and manufacturing processes
Must be a proactive self-starter with strong communication skills who works well with teams and demonstrates a high sense of urgency when needed
This position requires consistent time & priority management skills balanced with an attention to detail
Multi-tasking skills balanced with attention to detail.
Possess basic knowledge of design practices, quality management systems, and manufacturing processes
Ability to lead & collaborate with teams of diverse skillset
Ability to read Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T ASME-Y 14.5M-1994)
Ability to read and interpret results from CMM, ATOS, and similar inspection reports
Basic knowledge of Pro-E CREO, or similar CAD systems
Basic knowledge of machining and NDT inspection processes


Top Candidates Will Have:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, project management skills, and leadership abilities
Basic ability organize and execute assigned tasks in team environment to meet expected deliverable or solution
Basic knowledge of Turbomachinery Design, Manufacturing and/or Supplier Technical Experience
Knowledge of mechanical design engineering methodologies
Basic knowledge of Manufacturing Processes
Knowledge on investment / sand castings, forgings, sheet metal forming, precision machined components, plating/coating, heat treatments, brazing/welding
Basic knowledge and experience with quality systems and processes such as: RCCA, BIQ, COR/CAR, etc.
Experience in the review and disposition of discrepant material
6Sigma Black Belt & DMAIC training & experience
Demonstrated capability to perform data analytics and creating digital solutions
Capable of working effectively, under their own initiative, with minimum direction
Develop creative solutions on their own with collaboration from SME’s in relevant areas


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.


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:

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

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.


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