Lead Power Systems Engineer

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Position Description:

Designs modifies develops writes and implements softwareprogramming for generator control switchgear applications. Utilizes instructions and preestablished guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Collaborates with Aftermarket Engineering team to test revise and implement future instructions and/or guidelines for job completion. Provides technical leadership training evaluation and escalation for a team of Power Systems Engineers. Works under general supervision of the Power Systems Engineering Manager and Aftermarket Engineering Manager.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Identify retrofit opportunities scope projects and support proposal creation via Dealer and Factory teams

• Perform technical risk management for field performance of assigned projects.

• Convert legacy PLC projects to new platforms and validate for accuracy.

• Execute and support design test manufacture and commissioning of low and medium voltage switchgear controls retrofits for systems that control multiple generators which parallel to one or more utility sources.

• Use of CAD software to complete majority of project drawing updates prior to submission to CAD designers.

• When necessary provide direction to CAD designers to create wiring and assembly drawings for generator paralleling controls.

• Utilize templates modify PLC programs or create PLC programs for control of generator paralleling switchgear.

• Modify template HMI programs to coincide with projectspecific PLC programs.

• Works with Engineering teams to assist with development of custom and/or future template PLC programming.

• Provide Engineering/Technical support to Product Support Sales Group.

• Submit daily project reports and expenses in a timely manner.

• Assists the Product Support Center help desk to resolve customer issues that cannot be handled locally.

• Provides technical support to and acts as a technical escalation point for Power Systems and HMI Engineers assigned to his/her team for technical and projectrelated issues.

• Coaches and develops team members technical capabilities.

• Provides input to Aftermarket Engineering Manager for performance reviews of assigned team members.

• Participates in performance reviews of assigned team members.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Experience in dealing with multiple disciplines such as contractors consultants engineers end users etc.

• Working knowledge of the following:

  • Installation troubleshooting and design of switchgear ATS and generator systems.

  • Reading schematics and blueprints for power control and automation at a Power Systems level

  • Installation troubleshooting design and programming of automated control systems using Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs) PC controls and distributed processing.

  • Computer and software troubleshooting

• PLC Software Experience

  • Modicon / Schneider Electric

  • Rockwell / Allen Bradley

  • Siemens

  • GE

• HMI Software Experience (a plus but not required)

  • Rockwell RSView / FactoryTalk

  • Siemens

  • Vijeo

  • iFix

  • Wonderware

• Position requires travel typically between 25 40 to support projects or staff.

• Requires a valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record.

• Experience leading technical teams.

Education and Work Experience:

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET) with 4 years of experience or minimum of 6 years equivalent work experience.

About Caterpillar Switchgear Americas

Caterpillar Switchgear Americas LLC is a Caterpillar owned company. Cat Switchgear is an engineering and manufacturing company that designs programs builds sells and services Caterpillar Switchgear and Automatic Transfer Switches three main product lines:
Caterpillar Switchgear Utilizing various manufacturers low and medium voltage switchgear Caterpillar Switchgear provides systems that integrate switchgear with Caterpillar enginegenerators.
Caterpillar Automatic Transfer Switches For simpler emergency power requirements Cat ATSs provide a costeffective means of powering critical loads during power outages.
Aftermarket Services From service contracts to complete renovations CAT Switchgear Aftermarket Services insure that customer sites are safe and operational when needed.

Additional Information

• This is a Remote role based in the US

• Vehicle insurance towing personal use included)

• Phone Allowance

• Position requires travel typically between 25 40

• Visa sponsorship is not available

Caterpillar Switchgear Products are designed using stateoftheart automation products and are operated from color touchscreens. All automation and Human/Machine Interface (HMI) graphics are programmed and tested at our Alpharetta facility.
Caterpillar believes in hiring exceptional talent. We pride ourselves on creating an exciting innovative workplace. We invite you to embark on your next journey with us at Caterpillar Switchgear Americas LLC.
Caterpillar is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We participate in EVerify.

Summary Pay Range:

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjobrelated 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 parttime employees

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

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