Caterpillar, Inc

Industrial Electronic Electrician

Caterpillar, Inc$77K — $116K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma, GED or equivalent
  • Minimum of 3 years electrical-related job experience
  • Experienced in reading/interpreting Electrical drawings and technical manuals
  • Experience using general repair tools and equipment
  • Ability to work overtime as needed
  • Willing to work any shift

Responsibilities

  • Locate, install, test, troubleshoot, and repair industrial/electronic systems and equipment
  • Analyze and correct malfunctioning electrical/electronic equipment and devices
  • Conduct functional tests using various testing equipment to ensure equipment specifications
  • Perform Lockout/Tag out procedures for electrical systems
  • Verify proper grounding installations before energizing packages and control consoles
  • Monitor facility AC log to ensure safety practices between Production Test, Maintenance, and contractors
  • Follow production test instructions during test operations

Benefits

  • Annual incentive bonus plan
  • Medical, dental and vision coverage starting day 1
  • Paid time off plan including vacation and holidays
  • 401(k) Savings Plan with company match
  • Health savings account (HSA)
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
  • Short and long-term disability coverage
  • Life Insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Employee Assistance Programs
Full Job Description

Career Area:

Job Description:

Starting Rate: $40/hour

Locate, install, test, troubleshoot, repair, modify, and maintain industrial/electronic systems devices, and equipment by interpreting blueprints, schematic diagrams, and computerized control logic systems. Will follow technical, oral or written instructions guided by OEM related technical experience, trade practices, manufacturers and underwriters’ specifications, NEC (National Electrical Code), municipal codes and ordinances, while applying thorough knowledge of electrical theory.

Analyze and correct malfunctioning electrical /electronic equipment, variable frequency drives, generators and generator controls/monitoring devices, motor control centers & motors, transformers, switch gear, power supplies, converters, and safety relays by functionally testing, repairing, replacing, adjusting controls and related components to restore equipment to optimum operating condition.

Conduct necessary functional tests using such test equipment as ammeters, voltmeters, multimeters, computerized diagnostic equipment, oscilloscopes, and other related equipment to ensure such equipment is operating to required specifications.

In Production Test, Industrial Electronic Electricians responsibilities include:
1. Work and perform functional testing and troubleshooting on electrical/ electronic devices.
2. Perform Lockout/Tag out procedures for electrical systems.
3. Perform Hookups and disconnects of circuits.
4. Load bank and transformer voltage changes.
5. Switchgear setup Load bank control configurations
6. Prior to energizing of packages and control consoles, verification of proper grounding installation.
7. Initial loading of generator set packages.
8. Voltage builds and initial loading procedures.
9. Verification of generator set package electrical configurations and authorization of initial closing of output circuit breaker and prior to initial start on each shift.
10. Daily monitoring of facility AC log to ensure proper communication and safety practices between Production Test, Maintenance, and outside contractors.
11. Following production test instructions when performing test operations.
12. Observing and following standard safety practices when performing test operations.

MATERIALS, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT USED:

  • Materials worked on: Electrical AC/DC motors, VFDs (variable frequency drivers), PLC systems, generators, switchboards, recording instruments, control and lighting circuits.

  • Materials worked with: Cables, wires, tape, solder, insulators, fuses, switches, relays, screws, bolts, lubricants, electrical and electronic replacement parts and supplies.

  • Tools used: soldering irons and guns, wire strippers and gauges, measuring instruments such as ammeters, voltmeters, volt ohmmeters, oscilloscopes, tape recorders, battery boxes electricians/electronic hand tools, PC computer and computer terminals.

  • Equipment used: Grinders, ladders, forklifts, man lifts, along with associated safety equipment.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High school diploma, GED or equivalent

  • Minimum of 3 years electrical related job experience

  • Experienced in reading/interpreting applicable Electrical drawings and technical manuals

  • Experience using general repair tools and equipment.

  • Ability to work overtime as needed

  • Willing to work any shift

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 3-5 years of applicable technician experience and training with demonstrated knowledge of Solar’s turbomachinery products

  • PLC controls experience

  • Experience operating and/or testing Solar packages

  • ASE Certified, UTI or similar certification

  • Airframes and Powerplant (A&P) license

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Compensation & Benefits

Base rate for this role ranges from $37.20- $55.80. Actual rate 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

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:

July 9, 2026 - July 23, 2026

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.   

About Caterpillar, Inc

Progress Rail Services Corporation, a Caterpillar company, is one of the largest integrated and diversified suppliers of railroad and transit system products and services worldwide. Since its acquisition by Caterpillar Inc. in 2006, Progress Rail has used the Caterpillar international footprint to gain quick and widespread notice and approval across the globe. Product technology, reliability and durability, along with legendary aftermarket parts and service support, have been their keys to success. Caterpillar is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines and industrial gas turbines. The technology and world reach of Caterpillar, combined with the service standard and historical reliability of Progress Rail, ensures their products and services make a growing impact on the world rail industry. With their acquisition of Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD), Progress Rail is the world's largest builder of diesel-electric locomotives for all commercial railroad applications including freight, intercity passenger, commuter, switching, industrial and mining. EMD is also a global provider of diesel power engines for marine propulsion, offshore and land based oil well drilling rigs and stationary power generation. Electro-Motive is the only diesel engine manufacturer of its size to have produced more than 70,000 engines. This success stems from product reliability, serviceability, load acceptance capability, low operating costs and ease of maintenance with standardized components.

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Learn more about Caterpillar, Inc
Size
107,700 employees
Market Cap
$125.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.9 billion
Founded
1925
5 Year Trend
+5.8%
Revenue
$41.7 billion
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