Principal Test Technician chez Cat

Career Area:

Manufacturing

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.

This position is accountable for performing routine Quality Testing of Gas Producers, Power Turbines, and Reduction Gearboxes to ensure conformance to Solar and/or customer specifications.

This is a 2nd Shift Position

• Resolve and troubleshoot routine to complex test facility and package issues.

• Acquire and review performance and vibration data required for engine acceptance.

• Accurately record and document test events and incidents in the Automated Testlog.

• Assist Metrology and Maintenance during planned calibration or maintenance activities.

• Promote and demonstrate leadership and support of all safety, and lean initiatives.

• Develop and mentor junior level Test Technicians. Clearly demonstrate leadership in all Test activities.

• Serve as technical expert, ability to independently resolve and develop solutions for highly complex issues.

• Closely interact with Test Engineering to incorporate improved operating practices and procedures.  

Principal Accountabilities:

• Perform installation and removal of gas turbines and accessories. 

• Perform green run and final performance acceptance test of gas turbines.

• Observe, record, and review test data.

• Interpret test results and utilize results to optimize and resolve engine issues or discrepancies.

• Document test activities and incidents in Automated Testlog.

• Resolve routine and complex skid or package issues.

• Setup and use of all computerized data acquisition systems.

• Assist Test and Product Engineering in the resolution of test discrepancies.

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of test facilities.

• Support and follow all safety and lean initiatives and requirements.

• Mentor, support and direct junior level Test Technicians.

• Utilize PLC systems to troubleshoot and help resolve test facility or engine issues.

• Assist Test Engineers and independently develop new test practices and procedures.

• Lead PDCA improvement initiatives in the areas of safety, 5S, or quality. 

• May represent test on cross-functional teams or activities.

Skills and requirements:

• Requires excellent mechanical skills and the ability to operate shop equipment, bench tools, hand tools, and inspection and test equipment (micrometers, multimeters, and dial indicators).

• Knowledgeable in the use and application of electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.

• Expert knowledge with the operating principals of gas turbines and most mechanical and electrical equipment. Ability to utilize and understand PLC logic and its operating functions.

• Understand operational parameters and their scientific meaning,  

• Ability to read Engineering drawings and schematics.

• Contacts are typically with Test Technicians, other Metrology Technicians, and Test/Product Engineers.

• Provides guidance to junior Test Technicians

• Works under the general direction of the Test Manager, Test Coordinator or Test Engineer. Work is only seldom reviewed for completeness and accuracy.

• Typically seven (7) to ten (10) years of demonstrated experience in a gas turbine environment.

Summary Pay Range:

$65,454.00 - $98,182.00

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

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

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:

October 27, 2025 - November 9, 2025

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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