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. JOB DESCRIPTION: * Responsible for providing timely multi-disciplinary Balance of Plant (BOP) engineering and design (Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrument) technical assistance to projects teams utilizing Solar gas turbine generators and compressors sets. * Technically supports proposals, product development and/or projects, for gas compressor stations, power generation and co-generation facilities, offshore Single Lift Modules for both compression and power generation, that are part of Open Ground Modular (OGM) and Modular Building Solutions. "Modular Building Solutions" refers to Solar's Configurable Modular Prefabricated Building (CMPB). The CMPB is a structural block-based building that houses Solar Turbomachinery and the BOP systems that support the Solar Turbomachinery. OGM may be comprised of loose ship process and conditioning skids, up to a highly integrated full system solution. * Interfaces with Sales Management, Project Management, Construction Services Management, TurboFab Operations and Cost Management (TurboFab is Solar's Fabrication facility in Channelview, TX), Turbomachinery Subject Matter Experts, Turbomachinery Engineering, and Supply Chain. Externally the incumbent interfaces with customer management, outside engineering company management, subcontractors, and suppliers. * Travel to fabrication sites, installation sites, and customer facilities as needed to support proposals and project requirements. * Position requires flexibility with personal schedule to meet deadlines and support occasional business travel. What You Need To Have: Educational Background: * Minimum of Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, preferred, Structural or Chemical Engineering degree acceptable. Technical Excellence: * 15 years plus experience in leading engineering activities of complex proposals, product development and projects in the oil and gas industry, preferably involving Solar Turbines equipment. * Familiar with common design/fabrication/construction codes and specifications including ANSI, ASME (B31.3, B31.8, Sect. VIII, D2), ASTM, API, NEC, IEC (basic), and NFPA Specialty codes: * Codes used internationally (codes from other countries) - Desirable. * Proficient with MS O365 tools (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive). * Demonstrated proficiency in problem solving and troubleshooting. Help identify and resolve technical problems, offer solutions, and provide guidance on engineering approaches. Project Management: * Consulting engineers may be involved in proposals and project execution, overseeing proposals and projects from inception to completion, including planning, design and construction. Communication Skills: * Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, in the English language. Decision Making and Critical Thinking: * Sense of urgency and good organizational skills are required to work with multiple assignments and competing priorities. Top Candidates Will Have: Educational Background: * Master of Science Degree in Engineering is a plus. * Professional Engineering License is a major plus. Technical Excellence: * Experience with working with a fabrication yard or facility is a plus. * Solid knowledge of mechanical equipment (turbines, compressors, generators, process coolers, separator vessels, etc.) is a plus. * Familiarity with databases and development of software applications is a plus. Miscellaneous: * Ability to work in the United States and able to travel internationally. Current US passport is preferred. COMPLEXITY: Accountable for driving results when leading designs and teams resolving fabrication or operational issues for complex BOP facilities modular solutions, components and systems. Typical BOP equipment is associated with Solar Turbine Compressor or Generator sets and include Process Vessels and Coolers, Local Electrical Room (LER), Fuel Gas Skid, Seal Gas skid, Actuated Valves, Building Ventilation, Fire & Gas Detection, Standby generator sets, Compressed air systems, etc. WORK DIRECTION AND LATITUDE: * Works with latitude, under the group manager supervision and analyzes and discusses alternatives with multiple stakeholders. * Reports organizationally to Proposals and Products Development Manager (Construction Services). * Engages appropriate subject matter resources to effectively resolve technical issues. * Coaches others in promoting, defining, analyzing, and providing superior technical solutions to business problems. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: * For Solar gas compression and power generation proposals and projects, responsibilities encompass providing expert advice, conducting studies, driving the design and systems analysis, and ensuring projects compliance and safety. * Provides effective solutions to moderate technical challenges through strong technical competence, effectively examining implications of events and issues. * Assess the viability of projects during the early stages such as proposal development, including commercial evaluation, risk assessment, and identifying potential issues early on. * Drive and develop definition and detailed designs when required for gas compression and power generation facilities, ensuring they meet operational requirements and industry standards. * Drive and develop definition and detailed designs during products developments research and engineering stages (R&E). * When required due to the complexity and impact, reviews and provides comments to engineered deliverables (Basis of Design, calculations, drawings, reports, project specific specifications), Request for Quotes, and vendor documentation, etc. for soundness of technical judgment and overall adequacy and accuracy. * When required due to the complexity and impact, ensures that projects comply with relevant regulations, codes, and standards, including environmental regulations and safety standards. * Traveling domestically or internationally as required to support proposals and projects. * Following company processes and procedures as outlines in the Construction Services QMS process maps. * Being a technical steward or resource for project team members by assisting them to answer technical questions. * Support the engineering and design team as required when getting field inquiries during fabrication, installation, commissioning, and start-up of designed systems. Fabrication is normally at Solar's fabrication facility (TurboFab) in Channelview, TX. LIAISON: * Frequent contact with managers, engineers, quality, purchasing, and fabrication to obtain information and give technical advice and direction, after proper review, related to assigned proposals and projects. * Occasional contact with suppliers and customers regarding technical and documentation expediting issues. * Able to conduct a customer meeting, work with the customer or customer engineer in a supportive manner while guarding Solar's interests. BUSINESS CONTRIBUTION: Leads cross-functional teams by providing technical expertise, direction and engineering support for complex design and development of technologies, components, systems, products, or services, thus contributing to organizational effectiveness. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: * Assumes accountability for personal technical performance and holds others responsible for implementing the appropriate technical solutions. * Provides technical expertise and leadership to the Engineering and Design proposals, product development and project teams. * Quantifies the costs, benefits, risks, and chances for success before recommending a course of action. * Assists in the development of departmental standards, specifications, tools, processes, and equipment. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS: * Ability to read/write in technical Spanish is a major plus. * Facilities design/construction/operations experience a plus. * Must be USA citizen or "Green Card" holder with the ability to work in the US * Visa sponsorship will not be offered by Solar Turbines 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: $140,964.00 - $211,446.00 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: May 8, 2025 - May 22, 2025 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. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.