Principal Controls Design Engineer

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.

Custom Solutions design team is seeking an experienced Engineer who has educational and experience-based knowledge of control systems applications, design, and operation.

The successful candidate must possess an integrated approach to problem solving and design through interpretation of systems level requirements to detailed level design while applying this concept to the development of turbine and driven equipment control systems.

The successful candidate will be a self-driven fast learner and will have a track record showing a high level of customer sensitivity and the ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines for a variety of tasks.

As a Controls Engineer you will have duties that include supporting manufacturing and assisting field personnel during commissioning, and the resolution of safety critical risk assessments. There is also interface with Business Management and opportunity to travel to Customer locations to provide technical support.

The Engineering Value Stream dynamic will allow you to cross functionally work with multiple engineering disciplines and offers a great opportunity to develop a deep network with TMP and PSO. The ability to work well with a team, attention to detail with a focus on quality, and the drive to deliver on time is important to the position. You must also have a sense of urgency and organizational skills to work with multiple projects and competing priorities.

What you Need to Have:

Educational Background:

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Equivalent Experience in Design Engineering and Controls.

Technical Excellence:

• Minimum 7 years of Engineering, Manufacturing, or Field experience in the related field
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings process & instrumentation drawings, electrical schematics, and single line diagrams
• Working knowledge of PLC programming logic
• Experience with the basic theory, design, and operation of industrial control system applications

Effective Communication:

• Ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing; and bring assigned tasks to clear and concise closure

Top Candidates Will Have:

Technical Excellence:

• Experience with RSLogix Control software, HMI Display software, Promise.e V8i CAD
• Knowledge of Turbomachinery system applications, design, and operations including concepts of power generation, gas compressors, gas processes, and surge controls systems
• Knowledge of various hazardous area classifications and process control

Relocation

Partial relocation assistance may be offered.

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:

June 18, 2025 - July 2, 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.

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