Caterpillar, Inc

Metrology Test Technician III

Caterpillar, Inc • $80K — $120K *
San Diego, CA 92154In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required.
  • Basic computer skills necessary.
  • Minimum of 3 years of mechanical or electrical experience in an industrial setting.
  • Experience in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing test equipment.
  • Proactive problem-solving skills to address complex technical challenges.
  • Commitment to safety and ability to work in cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

  • Calibrate electronic test equipment and data acquisition systems using technical manuals and approved procedures.
  • Support testing systems for various measurements including temperature, pressure, and vibration.
  • Diagnose and repair various malfunctioning test equipment and systems.
  • Fabricate and modify test equipment using schematics and technical instructions.
  • Prepare preliminary calibration data and reports for management.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one.
  • Generous paid time off plan including vacation and holidays.
  • 401(k) with company match to support retirement planning.
  • Health savings account (HSA) for medical expenses.
  • Short and long-term disability coverage for added security.
  • Life insurance options provided for employees.
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) available for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
  • Parental leave policy to support family needs.
  • Employee Assistance Programs for personal support.
  • Career development opportunities offered for continuous growth.
Full Job Description

Career Area:

Job Description:

This position will support all calibration activities at both Kearny Mesa and Harbor drive supporting both Development Test and Production Test. This will be a 2nd shift position with some schedule flexibility required as needed.

  • Calibrate portable and permanently installed electronic test equipment and automated data acquisition systems using approved technical manuals, standards, and procedures. Prepare preliminary calibration data analysis/reports to Metrology Lab management and/or engineers. Support Test Systems which perform steady-state and transient measurements of pulse, flow, force, power, speed, temperature, and vibration.

  • Perform complex testing, calibration, and repair of automated and manual electrical, mechanical, dimensional, electromechanical, and electronic measuring, recording, and indicating equipment.

  • Diagnose and correct malfunctioning test equipment (Pressure and Electrical) and systems such as power supplies, vibration monitors and simulators, vibration sensors, oscilloscopes, signal analyzers, function generators, voltmeters, ammeters, wattmeters, transmitters, flowmeters, signal conditioners and A/D converters through repair, replacement and adjustment to restore equipment and systems to required specifications.

  • Diagnose and correct malfunctioning test equipment and systems such as load cells, pressure equipment, flow meters, digital flow meters, Pressure Measurement Modules, flow transducers and pressure transducers through repair, replacement and adjustment to restore equipment and systems to required specifications.

  • Fabricate, install, test, repair and/or modify electronic test equipment and systems by interpreting schematics and wiring diagrams, following oral or written technical instructions guided by trade practices, manufacturing and underwriters specifications, state and municipal codes, ordinances, and engineering directions while applying a thorough knowledge of instrumentation and electronic theory.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.

  • Basic computer skills

  • Diagnosis, troubleshooting, and repairing test equipment

  • Minimum of 3 years mechanical or electrical-related experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment

  • Proactive problem-solving skills required to troubleshoot and solve complex technical issues

  • Demonstrate commitment to safety and the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Familiar with Fluke Calibrator Standard equipment such as 6270A

  • Related Metrology Lab experience with exposure to (but not limited to): resistance, voltage, current, vibration, temperature, frequency, flow, and pressure.

  • Technical college or trade school

  • Military electrical or electronic training

  • Understanding of error analysis, uncertainty methods/calculations, statistical and quality control methods, and ISO requirements.

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.

This Job Description is intended as a general guide to the job duties for this position and is intended for the purpose of establishing the specific salary grade. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive summary of all responsibilities, duties and effort required of employees assigned to this job. At the discretion of management, this description may be changed at any time to address the evolving needs of the organization. It is expressly not intended to be a comprehensive list of 9essential job functions9 as that term is defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Compensation Grade Range:

$38.74-$58.10

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

Posting Dates:

August 26, 2026 - September 9, 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
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$2.9 billion
Founded
1925
5 Year Trend
+5.8%
Revenue
$41.7 billion
NASDAQ
CAT
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