Industrial Electronic Electrician- Facilities
San Diego, CA - USA
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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.
Working with minimal supervision Industrial Electronic Electricians work on the electrical and electronic controls of manufacturing machine tools and related manufacturing equipment. Employees in this position:
Install maintain test troubleshoot and repair electrical and electronicsystems controls and components of manufacturing machine tools and production equipment.
Use knowledge manuals schematic diagrams blueprints sketches electrical codes and other specifications to perform work. However they may work without instructions or documentation. Employees may design circuitry to modify control designs to repair or improve electronic controls and control systems. Employees may produce schematics sketches or other documentation to record accomplished work.
May repair or modify printed circuit cards.
May program computer controls for production equipment and machine tools. This function does not include writing numerical control programs that operate machine tools or create tool paths to manufacture products.
Will perform the functions of the Industrial Maintenance Electrician to include but not limited to: electrical infrastructure installations lighting repair and replacementknowledge of the NEC and California Electric Code and electrical motor repair and replacement.
May communicate directly with manufacturers technical or engineering support to resolve machine tool or other production equipment problems.
Employees must have the skills and knowledge to perform work in a safe manner in compliance with published codes manufacturers recommendations and all Solar Turbines safety procedures.
Will use hand tools power tools electrical and electronic test equipment.
May perform additional task a directed by supervision.
Minimum Qualifications :
Experience with electrical and electronic trouble shooting installation and repair.
Knowledge of motor controls ladder logic and PLCs.
The ability to run conduit of all sizes
Ability to work at heights operate forklifts man lifts and scissor lifts.
Basic computer skills
Preferred Qualifications :
Recognized apprenticeship
Technical college or trade school
Military electrical or electronic training
Machine Tool Repair/calibration experience
Minimum Education Level : High School Diploma
Minimum Years of Experience : 3 to 5
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 and benefits 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.
Comp range:
$37.50-$55.80
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
Posting Dates:
August 24 2026 - September 7 2026Any 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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About Company
Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial turbines and diesel-electric locomotives.