Entry Level Mechanical Design Engineer

Caterpillar


Job Location:

San Diego, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 72360 - 108540
Posted on: Yesterday
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Career Area:

Engineering

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar yourejoining 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 dontjust 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.

Mechanical Design Engineer (Entry-Level)

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 creating the design of the turbo machinery package systems and components in accordance with the ACS (Application Check Sheet) are responsible for the content accuracy and timeliness of the Mechanical Interface Drawing (MID) and overall mechanical definition provided to the organization.

The candidate may also be responsible for the creation of bills of materials and drawings to support production and customer needs. They will provide a high level of support coordination and communication to other design and support organizations. This may involve coordination with purchasing and suppliers to specify custom components and assist in the resolution of technical issues from the field. Support of inter-departmental and corporate process improvement initiatives is also expected.

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 engineer will apply analysis techniques to design structures piping systems and other package components and should have a basic understanding of structural analysis system design and turbine applications and installation.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering
  • GPA 2.8 or above

Top Candidates Have:

  • Experience with Gas Turbine Systems and their operation
  • Knowledge of Linked / Configurable Data
  • Experience with Creo Parametric and Windchill
  • 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:

$72360.00 - $108540.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjob-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:

July 28 2026 - August 11 2026

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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Required Experience:

Junior IC

Career Area:EngineeringJob Description:Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar yourejoining 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 su...

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