Solar Turbines

Manufacturing Engineer CS/PS


Pay$85954.00 - $154716.00 / year
LocationSan Diego/California
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: R0000217223

      Career Area:

      Manufacturing & Supply Chain

      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.

      About Solar:


      Solar Turbines is a global leader in providing energy solutions that help businesses, governments and public institutions find the perfect balance between affordable, available, and reduced carbon energy. Our foundation is our people. We value individual contributions and emphasize safety in all aspects of our business. When you join the Solar Turbines team, you become part of the family. We are comprised of a diverse, dedicated and multi-talented workforce of more than 8,000 employees worldwide. With decades of experience, Solar Turbines’ global team is committed to the common goal of exceeding customer needs.

      Job Responsibilities
      Plans, schedules, conducts or coordinates the manufacturing engineering tasks for assigned product line program components and assemblies.

      Responsibilities include conducting detail part producibility reviews; first article proofing of tools, parts, plans or assemblies; shop or vendor liaison; preparation of A/R's for major facilities cost estimating of existing or similar products; development of tooling concepts of a conventional nature. Independently performs most of work assignment. Provide technical solutions to shop floor personnel.

      Working knowledge of the principles, theories, and concepts of manufacturing engineering, including the accepted shop practices, methods, and techniques relating to tooling, part production, assembly and inspection.

      Problem Assignments:

      Develop solutions to a variety of problems relating to part manufacturing using standard techniques. Many pertinent guides are available in the form of established manufacturing procedures, senior personnel, reports or standard references.

      Works under limited supervision and follows established procedures. Work may be reviewed for soundness of technical judgment, adequacy and accuracy

      Has responsibility for individual parts or subassemblies in support of overall project goals. May Participate in, or lead 6Sigma Projects.

      Completes tasks and contributes ideas to enhance quality, timeliness, and cost effectiveness of manufacturing effort or project.

      Minimum Qualifications
      -Bachelor’s Degree in an engineering field or 4 years of manufacturing experience

      Preferred Qualificaitions
      -Proficiency in SFIS, BAAN 5C, and Windchill

      -Experience in Creo Parametric

      Compensation & Benefits

      Base salary for this role ranges from $ 85,954.00, to $128,930.00. Actual salary will be based on experience. The total rewards package, beyond base salary includes:

      • Annual incentive bonus plan*
      • Medical, dental and vision coverage starting day 1
      • Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)
      • 401(k) Savings Plan including company match
      • Health savings account (HSA)
      • Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
      • Short and long-term disability coverage
      • Life Insurance
      • Parental leave
      • Employee Assistance Programs
      • Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
      • Career Development

      *Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines

      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.

      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.

      Summary Pay Range:

      $85,954.00 - $154,716.00

      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:

      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

      *Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines.

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

      Not ready to apply? Submit your information to our Talent Network here.

  • About the company

      Solar Turbines Incorporated, a wholly owned subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc.,