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2027Entry Level Project Applications Engineer
Project Applications Engineers (PAE)assistin the direction of Solar’s internal activities associated with supporting the sale of new turbomachinery packages for the Oil and Gas market. The position involves working withseniorapplicationsengineers,fieldsales and a wide cross section of other departments to plan, develop, and execute technical and commercial strategies to successfully compete for new equipment business.
JobResponsibilities include
Assistingwith the review of customer specifications
Selection and optimization of Solar’s turbomachinery equipment offeringpricing custom features, proposal preparation and turning the job over tobusinessmanagement with good technical and commercial definition so that it can be executed efficiently.
Training plan includes
Spendingapproximately 6 months insystemsanalysis learning to analyzecustomer specification, application requirements, andprocess gasproperties for Oil and Gas upstream and midstream compressionapplications.
Understandingprocess requirements for typical oil and gas upstream and midstream applications
Provide compressor set selections and equipment performance predictions by applying state of the art programs and a good overall knowledge of the capabilities and limitations of Solar's turbomachinery products; compressor set selections involve the proper selection of compressor models and Solar standard impellers to meet operating conditions defined, based on the understanding of compressor aerodynamics and thermodynamics.
Additionaltime in other departments will also be spent to understand the functions of the groups that aPAE interfaceswith on a regular basis.
MinimumQualifications
Currentlyin the process of receivingof have already received a B.S. or higher in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering, or related degree.
2.8GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale.
0-3 years of relevant experience.
PreferredQualifications
Internship(s)in an engineering role.
Proficiencyin Excel, macrosprogramming languagesand functions.
Demonstrated communication skills (verbal and written).
Senseof urgency and organizational skills to work with multiple projects and competing priorities.
Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers, with proficiency in communicating technical information.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and complete assigned tasksin a timely manner
Pay Range:
$72,360.00 - $108,540.00
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
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 16, 2026 - July 21, 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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Headquartered in San Diego, California, USA, Solar Turbines Incorporated, a subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc., is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of industrial gas turbines, with more than 16,000 units and over 3 billion operating hours in over 100 countries. Products from Solar Turbines play an important role in the development of oil, natural gas and power generation projects around the world. Solar Turbines’ products include gas turbine engines (rated from 1,590 to 52,500 horsepower), gas compressors, and gas turbine-powered compressor sets, mechanical-drive packages and generator sets (ranging from 1 to 39 megawatts). Solar’s customers put the company’s products to work in many areas including production, processing and pipeline transmission of natural gas and crude oil and generation of electricity and thermal energy for processing applications, such as manufacturing chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and food products.
Solar’s foundation is people and Solar’s culture is one where individual contributions are valued, diversity in the workplace is encouraged, and safety is emphasized in all aspects of the business. Solar Turbines, founded in 1927, is comprised of a dedicated and multi-talented workforce of more than 8,000 employees with decades of experience working as a global team.
