Overhaul Test 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.

• Responsible for the monitoring of Overhaul turbine test operations and test results, the resolution of engine performance, combustion, or rotor dynamic issues.

• Perform engine operational tuning and approval of test data including generation of certified test reports.

• Troubleshoot and resolve test facility and turbine engine operational issues using advanced lean practices, high speed data acquisition systems, PLC systems, 6Sigma and other process improvement practices.

• Responsible for outlining and overseeing test systems upgrades to accommodate new products or replace obsolete equipment.

• Works in a team that includes Test Technicians and Metrology with goals of meeting safety and quality goals.

Relocation assistance is available for this position

**Incumbent will work 2nd Shift**

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

• Prior Test cell experience required

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Work flexibility to support varying work hours

• Basic vibration analysis experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Gas turbine performance testing

• Lean manufacturing

• Experience with Rockwell Automation hardware and ControlLogix

• Experience working with rotating industrial machinery, i.e. reciprocating engines, turbine engines, compressors, pumps, etc.

• Understanding of thermodynamic combustion cycles

• Six Sigma training

• Customer service experience

• This position is also a primary source of technical training to Test Technicians and peer Test Engineers.

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:

April 1, 2024 - April 14, 2024

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

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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