Solar Turbines

Principal Systems Development Engineer

Principal Systems Development Engineer
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LocationSan Diego, CA
Job Typefull time
Salary$120,299-$180,449
On-site
Oil and Gas

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 looking for a motivated team member to work on New Product Introduction (NPI) for plant level solutions using the agile development process. This is an exciting environment with an opportunity to develop new technology and products. This specific position focuses on developing system level models, creating reliability studies and delivering on remote operation enablers related to turbomachinery power applications. Areas of focus will include but are not limited to the following:

Hybrid Power Systems

Supervisory & Predictive Control
Optimization
Machine Learning
Validation Testing
University Research
Integration into existing systems

What You Need To Have: Educational Background:


BS in Engineering


Technical Excellence:

8+ years of industry experience
Physics based modeling – system modeling in MATLAB, Simulink
Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) Simulation/Testing
Power Electronics experience


Top Candidates Will Have: Educational Background:

A Master’s or PhD degree in electrical or mechanical engineering


Technical Excellence:

Data Visualization/Analysis
Turbomachinery subsystems & balance of plant knowledge
Control systems knowledge
Field or test cell experience
Programming experience
Great attention to detail
Knowledge of the Agile/Scrum -Process

Stipend Relocation:

Partial relocation assistance may be offered.

This position requires a 5-days in office schedule. 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:

$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:

July 18, 2025 - August 1, 2025

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. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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