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About The Job

 

Job Description:

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.

Solar Turbines Incorporated, headquartered in San Diego, California, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc. Solar manufactures the world’s most widely used family of mid-sized industrial gas turbines ranging from 1 to 23 megawatts. Solar is also a leading provider of energy solutions, featuring an extensive line of gas turbine-powered compressor sets.

Job Summary

The Rotordynamics Design Engineer position is a challenging assignment for candidates who aspire to excel in rotordynamics of turbomachinery. This role is part of a team which supports a broad range of activities and high-profile development initiatives within Solar’s Gas Compressor Engineering group. The successful candidate will support in developing new rotordynamic solutions to expand offerings in Solar’s gas compressor product line. They will also evaluate and provide rotordynamic solutions to meet customer requirements from field and sales organizations. This role will work with cross-functional teams to support high-value product solutions and help bring them to completion including manufacturing and testing. This is a highly collaborative environment that offers ample opportunities to grow professionally.

What you will do:

 

• Rotordynamic analysis of gas compressors. Use state of the art tools to support existing technologies and develop new ones.
• Work as part of a cross-functional team to support New Products and development programs.
• Support complex compressor development and validation tests.
• Provide field, test cell and manufacturing support to troubleshoot and solve vibration problems.
• Support validation testing of rotordynamic technologies.

 

Basic Qualifications:

 

• Bachelor’s degree with 2-3 years of experience, or a Master’s degree with 0-3 years of experience in a Mechanical or closely related Engineering field.
• 0-3 years of industry experience related to Turbomachinery products and applications.
• Demonstrated ability to develop solutions to variety of turbomachinery problems using standard engineering principles and concepts of mechanical engineering.
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Strong accountability, teamwork, and interpersonal skills

 

Top candidates will also have:

 

• Masters degree or 1-3 years of industry experience related to Rotordynamics
• Understanding of finite element analysis methods for vibration analysis
• CFD experience, preferably with application to rotordynamics
• Familiarity with vibration measurement, analysis and diagnosis; preferably in testing, commissioning, and/or field service applications
• Proficiency in computer programming

 

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.

Benefits:

 

• Annual incentive bonus plan*
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)
• 401k savings plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Disability benefits
• Life Insurance
• Parental leave
• Healthy Lifestyle Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Development