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2027Entry LevelEngineerRotation-Solutions Platforms Engineered
This position is part of our Solutions,Platforms,EngineeredEntryLevel Rotation Program. The SPE Engineerrotationprogram provides the foundation for the future success of Solar Turbines engineers and the future success of the organization. The purpose of the program is to start the development and training of the next generation of well-rounded and highly competent engineers through an engineering rotation program.
Program Goals:
Begin building technicalfoundation
Provide challengingassignments
Create broad exposure to Solar Turbines
Acquireproductknowledge
Develop enterpriseperspective
Begin networkbuilding
Build pride andengagement
Preparation for a challenging and rewarding engineeringcareer
Rotations:
Rotation assignments vary for each individual and aredecided uponbetween management and the employee based on the needs of the business. Work assignments can range fromassistingin product development, software development, hands on shop floor experiences, to Systems or Mechanical design.
Each program consists of Four (4) Six-month Rotations in departments such as:
Systems Development
Product Maintenance
New Product Introduction
Software Development
Mechanical Development & Analysis
HMI Display
Package Controls Design
Mechanical Design
Product Certification
Hydro-Mechanical Design
Interfacing withcritical non-engineering roles to develop an understanding of our product life cycle and how the business runs.Acustomersitevisit is included to gain an understanding of the customer’s needs and the field environment.Once the rotation program is nearing the end, management works with the engineer to align engineering organizational needs with which department they want to join for theirlong-termassignment.
Minimum qualifications
Minimum of aBachelor of ScienceDegree in Engineering or Computer Science.
Minimumoverall GPA of at least2.8on a 4.0 scale.
0-3 years of related experience.
PreviousInternshipand/or relevant work experience in an engineering field.
Must be able and willing torelocateto San Diego, CA.
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to work in a fast-paced cross-functional team environment.
High energylevelandsenseof urgency.
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Good business / technical judgment.
Ability to handle multiple priorities for a variety of tasks.
Pay Range:
$77,264.00 - $115,896.00
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.
