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Caterpillar · Onsite · San Diego, California

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Job Description:

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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.

The individual works independently, or as a key member of a develop team to support the development testing and evaluation of turbomachinery products. Individual plans and coordinates complex work assignments and department projects with minimal technical direction and routinely applies advanced technical training, procedures and equipment to support test or metrology activities. Individual develops written test, calibration, operation and maintenance procedures and trains fellow technicians in lower salary grade positions.

DIMENSIONS

The individual is regarded as a department-recognized technical authority, possessing comprehensive knowledge one or more areas of test or measurement sciences. Responsibilities involve operation, calibration or maintenance of equipment required to support production, development, first article and NPI products, performing fabrication, setup, installation, and evaluation functions in support of engineering projects. Impact of decisions will affect key projects or program deliverables.

NATURE AND SCOPE

  • Provides direction to test technicians and coordination of complex work assignments and department projects.

  • Coordinates work between various projects to support testing objectives and prioritizes inputs from competing interests.

  • Frequently required to develop solutions to difficult technical problems. •Develops new techniques or procedures and evaluates and introduces new equipment to enhance safety, quality and velocity.

  • Troubleshoots difficult technical issues.

  • Transitions between related work areas to make significant contributions.

  • Applies fundamentals of data evaluation, error and uncertainty analysis and equipment calibration fundamentals.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

  • Understands, complies and advocates company EHS procedures and frequently coaches others for safety.

  • Plans and coordinates complex work assignments and department projects independently or as a member of a team.

  • Demonstrates sound technical judgment and troubleshooting skills to resolve complex technical problems.

  • Serves as the department focal point for expertise and knowledge in at least one key skill areas.

  • Trains and mentors lower salary grade technicians. Relied upon to apply refined, specialized technical expertise.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • The position requires 5+ years of applicable technician experience and training with demonstrated knowledge of Solar’s turbomachinery products, with emphasis on testing and/or metrology methods.

  • Applicable technical Associates’ degree, or equivalent.

Compensation & Benefits

$38.74-$58.10

Actual salary will be based on experience. The total rewards package, beyond base salary includes:

  • Annual incentive bonus plan*

  • Medical, dental and vision coverage starting day 1

  • Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)

  • 401(k) Savings Plan including company match

  • Health savings account (HSA)

  • Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

  • Short and long-term disability coverage

  • Life Insurance

  • Parental leave

  • Employee Assistance Programs

  • Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts

  • Career Development

*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines

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,

 

 

 

 

 

 

Posting Dates:

September 24, 2026 - October 8, 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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